One bad moment does not define a life.
Having an arrest record can upend your life and cost you a significant amount of money.
Whether you are dealing with criminal charges filed against you by someone you know, or filed by the police, navigating the justice or municipal court process on your own can be daunting.
Posting bail and missing work are expensive, and even when you appear in court you likely do not understand all of the options available to you. Maybe you have a Commercial Drivers License or work in a career field in which a criminal charge on your record is grounds for termination.
A misdemeanor is defined as a crime that carries up to one year in a county jail if the accused is convicted. Having a criminal record is costly and burdensome, and can have consequences that follow you for the rest of your life.
Some of the most common misdemeanors are Driving Under the Influence (DUI), simple assault, domestic violence, shoplifting, disorderly conduct, and possession of small amounts of marijuana.
If you find yourself accused of a crime, you need an attorney who can educate you about your rights and the police and court procedures. You need an attorney who will listen and help to find a solution that will protect yourself, your livelihood, and your future.
Have you been arrested for a misdemeanor crime, or served with a court summons for a misdemeanor crime? Contact us today to set up a consultation with Attorney Lindsay Arevalo. Our phone number is 601-336-0229.
*Currently serving Forrest, Lamar, Perry, Marion, Pearl River, and Jones counties in Mississippi