Overland Park Misdemeanor Crime Attorney
Misdemeanor Crimes: Possession, Theft Crimes and Others
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 which are open to you.
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 expertise to thoroughly investigate the charges and construct a defense strategy designed to assist you fight 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.
Do you need help fight a misdemeanor charge? Contact an Overland Park misdemeanor defense attorney at our firm who will fight for you.
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"I Would Recommend Him to Anyone"Robert represented me on my case in Manhattan, KS with great results. I would recommend him to anyone.Mike
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"Amazing since day one!"You and your team have been amazing since day one; I cannot thank you enough for the 'smooth process' and keeping my mind at ease throughout.K.V.
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"I appreciate all of his expert help making the most out of a bad choice & bad situation."Chris was great from the start! I made a bad judgement call to get myself into the position I was in, and I needed help to rectify the situation & move forward. I am completely inexperienced when it comes to the law & proceedings. Chris was professional, supportive, and just - HANDLED everything. I appreciate all of his expert help making the most out of a bad choice & bad situation. There is so much additional sleep I could have lost at night if I didn’t trust Chris to guide me in the decision making and achieve the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Chris!Happy Client
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"Robert Was Able to Get My Case Dropped"I had just had my second DUI and I thought I was in big trouble. Since it was a 2nd I thought I was definitely going to jail, but Robert was able to get my case dropped. I could not believe it!Casey
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"I Would Highly Recommend Giving Robert a Call"Robert was very easy to work with. He took care of my speeding ticket for a very reasonable fee and had the ticket amended down to a non-moving violation so no points against my drivers license or insurance rate increases. If you have a speeding ticket in the KC area that needs to be dealt with, I would highly recommend giving Robert a call.Mat
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"I Always Felt "in the Loop""Robert was extremely responsive from day one - returning my email contact request almost immediately. He walked me through the process and answered all my questions honestly and promptly. I always felt "in the loop". I originally contacted him because he was the only Johnson County attorney I found that had listed in his advertisement, expungement, as a service he provided. Robert assisted me in doing something I didn't know was possible - finally putting a bad decision I made 14 years ago behind me. Although I appreciated his professional and respectful approach to his work, I hope I never need his services again. If I do however, I would not hesitate to call him.DWI Client
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"He Is an Excellent Choice for Legal Representation"Robert was able to take care of my speeding ticket in a timely and affordable fashion. He is an excellent choice for legal representation.Dan
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"Robert Was Excellent to Work with"Robert was excellent to work with. I have known him for many many years and he was very professional. He took care of me in a timely manner and also answered any questions I had.Lindsay
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