Build the defense
The charge is the starting point—not the whole case.
The State still must prove every required element with admissible evidence. The defense begins by testing how the investigation was conducted, what the evidence actually shows, and which facts change the legal exposure.
01
Protect the record
Preserve messages, video, documents, and names. Do not guess, delete, or try to explain the case to investigators on your own.
02
Identify the pressure points
Separate the immediate deadlines from the long-term strategy, including release conditions, license issues, evidence, and charging decisions.
03
Choose the next move
A useful first review should end with a clear recommendation grounded in the known facts—not a promise about an outcome.
Important: This page provides general information, not legal advice. Statutes and interpretations can change; the current law and the specific charging document must be reviewed before relying on any classification or penalty.