Virginia Beach Violent Crime Defense Attorney

Our Approach to Legal Defense

The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller is a prominent criminal defense law firm serving the legal defense needs of people in Virginia Beach, Hampton, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and all of Hampton Roads. We never give up on you or your case. Our intention is clear: getting a positive outcome. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.

Tell Our Team About Your Situation

Our Virginia Beach violent crimes defense lawyers examine every element of a case with extreme thoroughness. We carefully analyze all the evidence and look for ways to find the solution that is most appropriate for your situation. There are many ways to beat a violent crime charge, and we work aggressively to achieve that result.

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Violent Crimes in Virginia

Violent crimes include:

You cannot be convicted unless the state can prove you had the requisite intent for the specific crime. There are certain levels of intent, depending on the seriousness of the crime. For example, if you act with malice aforethought (premeditation) you can be convicted of a higher class of felony if the injury results in a cut, stab or broken bone. However, if you did not act with malice aforethought (either provoked or acted in the heat of passion) this is a step down in the seriousness of the crime.

First-degree murder is if the defendant acted with premeditation or was in the commission of a felony. Second-degree murder is when the defendant was not provoked but thought out and devised to kill the harmed individual. Voluntary manslaughter is killing someone during the heat of passion or provocation which prevented the defendant from having a rational thought. Involuntary manslaughter is when the defendant knew or should have known that death was likely to occur as a result of their actions. We can explain to you the specific charge you are facing and what the prosecution has to prove to convict you.

Protect Your Rights with an Experienced Virginia Beach Violent Crime Defense Attorney

When facing charges for a violent crime, it is crucial to have a skilled and experienced defense attorney on your side. The consequences of a conviction for a violent crime can be severe, including lengthy prison sentences and a permanent criminal record. Our team at The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller in Virginia Beach is dedicated to providing aggressive legal representation to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome in your case.

Benefits of hiring our violent crime defense attorney include:

• Extensive knowledge of Virginia Beach criminal laws
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable plea deals
• Experience in handling complex violent crime cases
• Personalized attention and strategic defense strategies
• Proven track record of success in defending clients against violent crime charges

Contact us online or call us at (757) 267-4949 to schedule an initial consultation with one of our experienced Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, or Hampton Roads criminal defense attorneys.