Neil Clements lawyers offer experienced legal representation for all types of criminal charges in Saint John.
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a criminal offense, call us for a free consultation to discuss your situation.
Legal Practice Areas
ASSAULT & THREATS
Have you been charged with assault, uttering threats, or mischief resulting from minor domestic disputes? We can help with that.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
Invitation to sexual touching, sexual exploitation, prostitution, sexual interference, voyeurism, corrupting morals, and child pornography.
MURDER & HOMICIDE
A homicide lawyer will help you defend against first-degree murder, second-degree murder & manslaughter.
PROPERTY OFFENCES
Get legal counsel for offenses like theft, robbery, breaking and entering, mischief, fraud, trespassing at night, and arson.
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IF YOU`VE BEEN ARRESTED…
If you’ve been arrested or the victim of criminal activity, you need to find the best criminal defense Saint John has to provide.
The attorney you choose to defend you will have a significant impact on the outcome of your case.
With your best interests in mind, your attorney will strategically and methodically work to bring your case to its best possible conclusion.
A CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER CAN:
1. Investigate your case.
A criminal lawyer will start by investigating the charges against you, examining or conducting witness statements, and evaluating the evidence that has been collected against you.
He will collect any additional information to get a better understanding of the case, including video evidence and social media posts. He may also scrutinize the conduct of witnesses, codefendants, and arresting officers. He will compile the evidence for a complete picture of the case as charged.
2. Negotiate the charges against you.
A criminal lawyer will negotiate the charges against you, and based on the evidence gathered and your criminal history will negotiate the best-reduced charges and penalties. Your attorney will work to negotiate the best outcome for you by possibly negotiating down the charges, initiating a plea bargain, or working on reducing your sentence.
3. Map out a theory of defense.
If your criminal attorney cannot successfully negotiate your charges, you may have to go to trial. The criminal lawyer will then recommend and develop a theory of defense. They will help you with decision-making and may coach you on what to expect. If needed, your attorney will locate and hire a private investigator and/or expert witnesses.
4. Understands and assists you with the emotional aspects of a trial.
Though your criminal lawyer is not in the business of emotional or psychological therapy, they are accustomed to the emotional issues you may be having. It is not unusual to feel isolated, depressed, or angry. Your attorney can help you understand those feelings and suggest ways to deal with them. An attorney may also help with communications with your family.
6. Educate you on the laws and penalties of your case.
Your criminal attorney will advise you of the consequences of your plea and the standard penalties that can be imposed. They will explain any charges that are unclear to you and how the laws apply to your case.
7. Represent you at trial.
Your criminal lawyer works for you. He will work to get the best possible defense for you and work to minimize sentencing, if applicable.
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