Law Office Of James R. Snell, Jr

No one is ever really prepared to be arrested and to face prosecution. But if this has happened to you, it is important that you don't face your situation alone. Criminal charges can be terrifying and jeopardize your freedom, employment, family, and standing in the community.

At Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr., LLC, we assist our clients in preparing rigorous defenses against all types of criminal charges, with each approach tailored to our clients' unique needs.We believe that the first step with any defense is to make sure that our client is fully advised as to the nature of their charge, court procedures, and all available defenses.

Even after a conviction or a guilty plea, a defendant still has the right to have their case reviewed for legal errors and constitutional violations. James Snell is able to provide criminal appeal and post-conviction relief (PCR) services to those whose cases were originally tried by other lawyers.

Computer crimes, or offenses committed over the Internet or other networks, are a new and emerging area of criminal law. They share many of the same similarities as other crimes, including the possibility of a permanent criminal record or prison time, while having complexities never before encountered by our court system.

Children are seen as some of the most helpless and vulnerable victims. For this reason, allegations of crimes against children can be some of the most stigmatizing. If a person is accused of neglecting, physically abusing or molesting a child, that individual will likely face a ruined reputation, problems in his or her family life and career and a possible conviction.

If convicted, you will lose your right to carry or possess a firearm and will face a substantial sentence or a high fine. It only gets worse for those with a prior offense. Our Lexington domestic violence attorneys understand that just because someone has been charged with domestic violence does not mean they are guilty of any wrongdoing.