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If you have been accused of committing a crime, it will be crucial to start working with an attorney right away on a strategy for preserving your freedom. There are several different defense options that may be used in a criminal law case. The one you decide to go with will depend on the particular charges you’re facing and the circumstances surrounding the incident. For over two decades, David S. Washington, Jr. has been fighting to protect the rights of Hamilton, OH, residents. Below, he discusses some of the most common defense strategies used in criminal law cases.

Your attorney may recommend using:

  • Alibi: Having an alibi means you can prove you were somewhere else other than where the crime took place at the time it was being committed. To establish an alibi defense, you must be able to show where you were with a receipt, ticket, or some other type of time-stamped evidence or by having someone vouch you were with them. 
  • criminal lawReasonable Doubt: Anyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The burden of proof falls on the prosecutor, and the defendant must be found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. It will be up to your attorney to present an argument that makes the judge or jury question the prosecution’s case enough to cause reasonable doubt. 
  • Self-Defense: Under criminal law, sometimes an acquittal is warranted even when there is proof the defendant carried out the crime. Self-defense falls into this category and involves justifying a violent act with claims you feared for your life. You must be able to establish the other party was the aggressor and only a reasonable amount of force was used to protect yourself.
  • Insanity: An insanity defense will imply you were incapable of controlling your actions or understanding your wrongdoing. This kind of defense typically relies on the testimony of mental health professionals and is one of the most challenging strategies to substantiate, as there are various definitions of insanity that can be considered under the framework of criminal law.

After carefully evaluating all the facts related to your criminal law case, David S. Washington, Jr. will help you determine which strategy will give you the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome. His track record of success has established his firm as one of the most effective sources of legal representation in the area. Contact him at (513) 751-1400, or visit the team online for additional information on their legal services. 

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