Yuma Criminal Defense Attorney
Do You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
When faced with accusations of a criminal offense in Yuma, it is vital that you move quickly and retain a Yuma criminal defense lawyer. Arizona state lawmakers have enacted statutes that heavily punish criminal acts, and law enforcement is known for its tough approach to those people they believe are engaged in criminal activity, whether a DUI, drug crime or violent crime. At Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC, our team of experienced criminal defense lawyers takes an aggressive stance for our clients, seeking out any errors in the case or evidence and relentlessly exploiting it in fighting for their freedom. Our legal team provides powerful legal representation for clients charged with any type of criminal offense, including the following:
Drug Crimes
Thestate of Arizona has particularly severe penalties for those who are convicted of drug offenses. Because the state of Arizona is considered a gateway state in which drugs enter the country from Mexico, authorities will come down hard on those caught in possession of illegal drugs or
possession with intent to distribute. If you have been charged with
distribution,
manufacturing,
trafficking,
importation or
cultivation of illegal drugs, it is in your best interest to contact a criminal defense lawyer immediately. State and federal authorities take drug crimes very seriously and you may face serious penalties if you are caught with
heroin,
marijuana,
cocaine,
ecstasy,
PCP or
crystal meth. The state is committed to stopping the influx of illegal drugs into the United States with tools such as
I-40 drug checkpoints.
Sex Crimes
Being accused of a sex crime can ruin a person's career, reputation and future opportunities. If you have been arrested or accused of a sex crime, you need to act quickly to protect your rights. Accusations for sexual abuse,
prostitution,
solicitation,
sexual assault,
internet sex crimes or
rape are easy to allege and false accusations occur every day. Our firm has experience in handling these charges for our clients and defending them against faulty charges. If you have been accused of a sexual offense involving a minor, such as
child pornography,
sex with a minor or
molestation, you need to have experienced legal representation on your side.
Regardless of your situation, the legal team at Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC, has founded their practice on hard work and committed, personalized attention for each and every client. Don't wait to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at our firm if you are facing charges for DUI,
prescription fraud,
indecent exposure,
white collar crimes or looking to file an
appeal.
Experienced and Aggressive Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you have been charged with a crime, it is certain that the prosecutor believes that there is enough evidence to convict you. Even if you are innocent of the accusations, this is not enough. The first step after any arrest is to contact our legal team to protect your rights and prepare a strategy for your defense. Our team of Yuma criminal defense lawyers have decades in combined experience in the criminal justice system, and is prepared to aggressively defend you in court.
Our legal team includes a former Superior Court Judge with an exceptional understanding of the criminal justice system. This provides our clients with a defense team that can operate with a broad knowledge of what is expected from the prosecutor, how to negotiate on our client's behalf in plea bargain situations and the strict rules that apply in the acquiring of evidence. When there has been any flaw or error in procedure, this opens the door to the filing of court challenges to suppress the evidence against our client. The chain of custody of evidence, quality of the lab, experience of any technician, police procedure and any other aspect of evidence will be painstakingly reviewed, seeking out possible options to defend our client.
Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor, DUI, serious felony crime or violent crime, you can be assured that you will be protected by an experienced and dedicated criminal defense team, supported by strong resources for the defense of your case. We keep our rates affordable and every client gets our full and undivided attention.
Contact a Yuma Criminal Defense Lawyer
from our firm as soon as possible after the arrest.