Overland Park Misdemeanor Crime Attorney
Understanding Misdemeanor Crimes: Possession, Theft, and More
Criminal offenses are categorized as either misdemeanors or felonies. Felonies are more serious offenses and will lead to much harsher penalties, with time to be served in state prison. This doesn't mean that a misdemeanor should be treated lightly. Misdemeanor convictions still go on your criminal record and can cause a number of inconveniences and difficulties in your life, and can lead to up to 12 months in jail. If you have been arrested and charged with a misdemeanor, it is not a good idea to simply plead guilty without first consulting a respected Overland Park criminal defense attorney who can fully explain the legal situation, the consequences you face, and the options that are open to you.
Experienced Misdemeanor Crime Lawyer in Overland Park
Misdemeanors are categorized into three classes, A, B, and C. The sentence for Class A is up to 1 year in jail, Class B is up to 6 months in jail and Class C is up to 1 month in jail. Additionally, fines may be imposed and probation may be granted with numerous conditions. Conditions of probation may include many hours of community service, frequent appointments with a probation officer, regular drug and alcohol testing, classes or counseling, restrictions on who you can associate with, and any number of other conditions.
The penalties may make it difficult or impossible to keep your job or continue with school. Failure to fulfill the conditions of probation may mean serving jail time or additional probation conditions. You may have to go through life making explanations any time an employer or bank runs a background check which turns up the conviction. A misdemeanor lawyer at our firm has the knowledge to thoroughly investigate the charges and construct a defense strategy designed to assist you in fighting to avoid such severe penalties.
It is a mistake to think that a misdemeanor will only earn you a slap on the wrist. The justice system punishes wrongdoers. Your best chance of avoiding having your life drastically changed is to fight the charges you are facing. A skilled criminal defense lawyer will work tirelessly to help you return to your normal life by aggressively defending your rights and using every available legal tool to get you through the process unscathed. Call Gigstad Law Office, LLC for a free initial consultation and find out what can be done.
Need Assistance with a Misdemeanor Charge? Contact an Overland Park Misdemeanor Defense Attorney at our firm who will fight for you.
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"Highly recommend"Robert was great and easy to work with! He made a stressful situation a breeze. I would highly recommend!Former Client
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"Robert Was Extremely Helpful and Efficient in the Way He Handled My Case"Robert was extremely helpful and efficient in the way he handled my case. Due to his hardwork and persistence he was able to get my DUI dismissed and I was only charged with a traffic violation. I highly recommend his services to anyone. BillyBilly
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"Robert Hung in on My Case and We Prevailed in a Bogus Battery Case"Robert hung in on my case and we prevailed in a bogus battery case. It was a bit of a Mexican standoff with the prosecutor, but he got my case dismissed when it came down to crunch time. I would recommend his services to anyone!Josh T.
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"Amazing, diligent, and knowledgeable."Gigstad Law Office, LLC did an amazing job unraveling the situation around my case. They were diligent in fixing clerical errors before they became issues. Their advice and knowledge of the law were impeccable.Brandon
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"Would Highly Recommend Robert to Others"I was facing a second DUI and was very much dreading the impact this would make on my professional career and near future goals. Robert walked me through each part of the process and made sure I understood what to expect through the court process. He was very professional and made sure that no stone was turned. The end result, unbelievably was my charges were all dismissed. He was able to find an important information that lead to the dismissal. Would highly recommend Robert to others.Happy Client
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DISMISSED STATE OF KANSAS V. J.M.
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DISMISSED CITY OF OVERLAND PARK V. H.C.
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Dismissal City of Gardner v. J.V.
First-time DUI dismissed after Attorney Josh Zarse highlighted significant issues in the case.
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Dismissed before Trial. State of Kansas v. G.E.
1st Time Drug DUI & Speeding. Dismissed before Trial.
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All Charges Dismissed City of Roeland Park v. B.T.