Pennsylvania Violent Crimes Pittsburgh – PA Violent Crime Defense Attorney

Our criminal lawyers defend the following PA violent offenses:

• Murder – First Degree
• Murder – Second Degree
• Capital punishment & Death penalty
• Simple assault
• Rape
• Armed Robbery
• Felony murder
• Child abuse
• Maiming Battery
• Kidnapping
• Domestic violence
• Attempted murder
• Aggravated assault
• Car jacking
• Manslaughter – Voluntary
• Manslaughter – Involuntary
• Battery Attempted Murder

Crimes that involve the use of force or the threat to use force are referred to as violent crimes. Violent crimes can be committed with or without weapon. Murder, rape, robbery, assault are all examples of violent crimes. Any death caused by injuries received in a fight, argument, quarrel, assault, or commission of a crime is Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter. Often, the weapon used or the extent of the injury sustained will be the deciding factor in distinguishing aggravated from simple assault. Aggravated Assault includes only the attacks using personal weapons such as hands, arms, feet, fists, and teeth that result in serious or aggravated injury. In order for an assault to meet the definition of an aggravated assault, the injury must be much more substantial.

Violent crimes are dealt with severely by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Conviction can result in imprisonment and huge fines. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has the death penalty and if you are convicted for extremely violent crimes, you can be sentenced to death. Your liberty is at stake. Never take a violent crime charge lightly.

The families and friends of a violent crime accused may be supportive — or not — and neighbors, coworkers, and larger community will all be morbidly interested in the violent crime charges. The victim will be given more credibility than the accused. Violent crime charges are a very serious matter for an individual. He or she may be facing jail or prison time, loss of a job or career, and lifelong stigma. Even if the charges are subsequently dropped, it will continue to haunt the accused for the rest of his or her life.

Facing a violent crime charge can be frightening. Sometimes, a person can be falsely charged with a violent crime. Sometimes, you may be a victim of circumstances. The criminal attorneys at our law firm understand this.

In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you have indeed committed the crime. Criminal law is complex. Attempting to self defend yourself in a violent crime case can be disastrous. A guilty verdict results in a conviction and a criminal record is established. The establishment of a criminal record carries with it far-reaching consequences. A conviction can carry a wealth of hidden consequences that can come into play under a variety of circumstances.  A criminal conviction can have major repercussions. A prior conviction will play an important role in the outcome of all future criminal charges. You need the services of an experienced criminal attorney.

Contact our aggressive criminal defense lawyers now. From our offices in Pittsburgh, PA, we represent clients all over Pennsylvania. Our criminal attorneys will study your case and strategize your defense. Working with our in house experts, our criminal attorneys will identify the loopholes in the investigation procedure and use them for your benefit. Over the years, we have successful defended many clients charged with violent crimes over the years. Don’t take chances. Violent crime defense requires specialized attorneys. Call us now.