Rockville, MD Criminal Defense Attorney

Experienced Defense for Criminal Charges in Rockville, MD

No matter what type of crime you are charged with, being criminally prosecuted can be terrifying. Maryland has some of the harshest sentencing laws in the country. This allows courts to send the rare offender who is a genuine danger to society to jail for several years even if their offense did not rise to the level of a felony, but it also exposes people who simply made a one-time mistake to the possibility of a long prison term. If you have been formally accused of a crime, you need a skilled Rockville, MD criminal defense lawyer to advocate for you.

The justice system can be extremely complicated and intimidating. The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC. is here to help you navigate the courts without getting lost in the system. Our dedicated lawyers for misdemeanor and felony defense will explore every option and determine how best to defend you. We will consider factors like your preferences and risk tolerance, any defenses you may have, the circumstances of your offense, and the strength of the evidence against you. In many cases, we are able to have our clients' charges reduced or dismissed.

Juvenile Criminal Defense Attorneys in Rockville

If your child has been charged with a juvenile crime, your biggest fear might be the possibility of him or her getting charged as an adult. Depending on the nature of the crime and the age of your child, he or she could be automatically sent to adult court. In many cases, there is a chance for a lawyer to keep your child's case where it belongs: in juvenile court, before a judge who is used to working with minors.

Juveniles are often charged with offenses like:

• Underage drinking
• DUI with a low BAC
• Traffic crimes such as reckless driving or driving without a license
• Drug possession
• Assault, often after a fight at school

However, juveniles can also be charged with far more serious offenses. It is not uncommon for teenagers to be charged with crimes like child pornography after exchanging images with a similarly-aged child or domestic violence after an altercation with a family member.

DUI and Drug Crime Lawyer

DUI and drug crimes are both offenses commonly related to substance abuse. Most DUIs and drug possession are misdemeanors, and diversion programs may be an option. However, felony DUI can be charged if someone was injured or if the defendant was driving very fast, carrying a child passenger, or had a very high BAC. Repeat DUIs can also lead to felony charges. Felony drug crimes include distribution, trafficking, and manufacturing.

Defense Attorneys for Serious Felonies

If you are facing a serious felony charge, you could be sentenced to a decade or more behind bars should you be convicted. We may be able to have your charges reduced, present strong arguments to minimize sentencing, or even have you found not guilty at trial. Serious felonies we can help with include:

• Murder and manslaughter - Any killing, intentional or otherwise, can be punished very harshly. This includes DUI manslaughter and manslaughter by providing drugs that led to a fatal overdose.
• Rape - Rape is the most serious sex crime a person can be charged with. Those convicted will be forced to register as a sex offender for life.
• Weapons felonies - Crimes like possessing a banned explosive device or carrying a gun after being convicted of certain felonies may lead the court to believe that you are a danger to others.
• Felony assault - Causing serious injury to the victim or using a weapon to commit an assault may mean that you will be charged with a felony rather than a misdemeanor.

Contact a Rockville, MD Criminal Defense Attorney

The Law Offices of Gerstenfield & Demirji, PC. defends people charged with all types of crimes, from the most minor misdemeanors to the most serious felonies. Our dedicated Rockville criminal defense lawyers will do all we can to bring about the best possible outcome. Contact us at 301-589-9500 for a complimentary consultation.