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Misdemeanors are crimes that can land you in jail up to one year. Class A misdemeanors are the most severe misdemeanor crimes you may be charged with in Tennessee. If you or a loved one have been charged with or arrested for a Class A misdemeanor, you face a longer sentence, a larger fine, and more conditions than all the other types of misdemeanors. This makes having prompt and proper support and guidance from a Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney extremely vital to your defense strategy.
Our Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney, Joshua T. Crain, has nearly 20 years of experience defending and prosecuting various criminal cases. He knows exactly what to do to win a case and has experience handling Class A misdemeanor offenses, such as:
- Assault
- Domestic Violence
- Simple possession
- Drug Paraphernalia Possession
- DUI
- Theft
- Joyriding
- Stalking
- Incitement to Riot
- Restraining Order Violations
What Happens If I Get Convicted of a Class A Misdemeanor in Tennessee?
Class A misdemeanors are serious charges that you shouldn’t take lightly. A Class A misdemeanor conviction is punishable by jail time of up to 11 months and 29 days and a fine not exceeding $2,500. A conviction could also negatively affect your future and hurt your chances of getting a job, taking out loans, buying a house, and obtaining government benefits, among other possible collateral consequences.
That’s why it is vital to retain an experienced Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney as quickly as possible once you’ve been arrested. Depending on the particular circumstances of your case, you can have your charges dismissed or reduced and even have your criminal record expunged.
How Our Tennessee Class A Misdemeanor Attorney Can Help With Your Case
Regardless of what Class A misdemeanor charge you are facing, working with a Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney can help mitigate the potential penalties or clear your name. Don’t make the mistake of going through this life-changing ordeal alone or risking more serious consequences. Here’s what you can expect when you work with Joshua T. Crain, our Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney
Ensure Your Constitutional Rights Are Protected
This includes making sure you get a fair trial if necessary, ensuring that all the evidence against you was obtained lawfully, and preventing you from incriminating yourself, among many others
Knowledge and Experience of The Legal System
Our Tennessee Class A misdemeanor attorney knows how to navigate the criminal justice system and will guide you every step of the way. They know all the laws that will apply to your case and will leverage them to craft a solid defense strategy for you
Dealing With The Prosecution
Your attorney will negotiate with the prosecutor to try to have your charges dismissed or reduced if possible. This usually involves plea bargaining to receive a lighter sentence
Make Sure You Understand All Your Options
Our Tennessee defense attorney will explain all the options applicable to your case and how each option will impact your case
Get Legal Help From a Seasoned Tennessee Class A Misdemeanor Attorney
To learn more about your case and what Joshua T. Crain, our Class A misdemeanor attorney, can help you with, you can schedule an appointment by filling out our online contact form or calling our office at 615-848-2088.