Why Do I Need A Lawyer?

Have You Asked Yourself,
“Why Do I Need A Lawyer?”

Many people who are facing criminal charges have misconceptions about what they will be facing. They may think they know what they will be facing because of information they have heard from relatives or what they have seen on television or in movies.

The reality of fighting criminal charges is nothing like what most people think.

Even for those who have been through the process of defending against criminal charges in the past, each new case is unique.

If you want to secure a positive outcome, the best step you can take is to secure the representation of an attorney with the skills and experience necessary to truly help you.

Here are some simple facts
that can make it more understandable:

You are going into a world where you are up against trained lawyers. Any mistakes can damage your life for years to come.
Attorneys understand the process and what the court is looking for to help it determine your guilt or innocence. Even an innocent person needs their story told in a way that the court will understand and accept.
Attorneys understand how the case is going to progress and can prepare for challenging elements.
Attorneys can help reduce the impact of your case on your life. Prosecutors are used to trying to secure very high penalties because defense attorneys fight them to a more reasonable consequence when acquittal or the dropping of charges cannot be obtained.

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David S. Kestenbaum a Former Prosecutor With More Than 30 Years Of Experience working as a criminal defense attorney and as a prosecutor for Van Nuys And Throughout Southern California.