When you have been accused of committing a violent crime, you are at risk of severe prison sentences, particularly if you have other convictions on your criminal record. One of the major risks of being convicted of a violent crime is that it counts as a strike under California’s “Three Strikes Law.” At O’Connor Law APC, we are committed to defending the rights of the accused. If you’ve been charged with a violent crime, a skilled Contra Costa County criminal lawyer at our firm is here to defend you, no matter what’s in the police report. Contact our firm for assistance today.
Our firm has many years of experience to draw upon. We will study the facts of the case, develop a defense strategy designed to minimize or eliminate any potential negative consequences, and advise you of the risks involved in pleading guilty to a violent crime. For example, we may argue that you acted in self-defense, or that your actions did not cause grave bodily injury to others.
Just as importantly, our firm will protect your constitutional rights and make certain the government follows the letter of the law. Clients charged with violent crimes throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area rely on our firm for aggressive defense in even the most serious charges.
We have successfully defended clients facing all types of violent crime charges, including the following:
Violent crimes in California are among the most serious offenses in the state’s penal code. A conviction can carry life-altering consequences, including lengthy prison terms, mandatory sentencing enhancements, and a permanent felony record. Depending on the nature of the alleged offense, you may be facing anything from several years in state prison to life imprisonment—or even the death penalty in capital cases.
California law classifies many violent crimes as “strikes” under the state’s Three Strikes Law. This means that a single conviction can significantly increase the penalties for any future felony charges. For those with prior strike offenses, a new conviction can result in a doubled sentence, or even a mandatory sentence of 25 years to life. This is why early and aggressive legal representation is absolutely essential. Some examples of penalties are as follows:
Additional sentencing enhancements may apply if the alleged crime involved a firearm, gang affiliation, or resulted in serious bodily injury. Many violent crimes also come with mandatory parole terms and registration requirements that can affect employment, housing, and other aspects of daily life long after a sentence has been served.
With so much on the line, you can’t risk facing these charges on your own. Whether you’re accused of assault or murder, you need a team of criminal defense lawyers who can aggressively defend your rights and future. Fortunately, if you’re reading this, you are in the right place. Contact a Contra Costa County violent crime lawyer from O’Connor Law APC for a free initial consultation today.
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