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July 4, 2009
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Located in Bennettsville, South Carolina, The Douglas Jennings Law Firm, provides comprehensive criminal defense and parole representation for those charged in South Carolina. As a former prosecutor with over 22 years of experience, you can trust in Douglas Jennings Jr. to fight for your rights and interests - in and out of court. Contact us today for your free initial consultation with a seasoned South Carolina criminal defense attorney and parole lawyer. Criminal Defense - An OverviewOur criminal justice system can be overwhelming and frightening. The incarceration rate in the United States is much higher than that of other industrialized countries. Prison sentences are getting longer and more frequent. If you face the possibility of being accused of a crime, contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer as early in the process as possible, preferably even before questioning or investigation by the police. A skilled attorney can fight for your legal and constitutional rights. Constitutional Protections for the Criminal DefendantThe United States Constitution and its subsequent amendments define the scope of governmental power and reserve certain individual rights to the people. The first 10 amendments, also called the Bill of Rights, contain basic, fundamental rights of individuals on which the government may not impinge. Many of these constitutional rights provide protection to criminal defendants in the criminal justice system. The Fourteenth Amendment extends substantive due process rights beyond just the federal system to criminal defendants in state courts where the vast majority of criminal trials occur. The basic constitutional rights of the criminal defendant permeate every aspect of the criminal justice process. If you have been accused of a crime, whether federal, state or local, a seasoned criminal defense attorney can explain these rights to you and help you to fight for them at every step of the way. Classifications of CrimesBecause the negative behavior regulated by the criminal laws varies from relatively minor to devastatingly violent, crimes are classified into levels or degrees. The classification of a crime reflects its seriousness. The actual classification of a particular offense varies depending on the jurisdiction. If you are questioned about a crime or are accused of or arrested for a crime, you should consult an experienced attorney as early in the process as possible. A criminal defense lawyer can explain the particular crime involved and its possible ramifications. The Right to CounselThe Sixth Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees the right to an attorney to anyone facing federal criminal charges. The 14th Amendment and some state constitutions also afford this right to anyone facing state felony charges. Those who are indigent and cannot afford an attorney have the right to have one appointed to them for free. Most people, however, do not understand what the right to an attorney means, when this right attaches or who qualifies for a court-appointed lawyer. If you are accused of a serious crime, it is essential that you retain the services of an experienced criminal defense lawyer to fight for your legal and constitutional rights throughout the criminal justice process.
If you have been charged with a crime in South Carolina, contact The Douglas Jennings Law Firm today for your free initial consultation with an experienced parole attorney and criminal defense lawyer. You can trust in our skill to protect you and your future. Located in Bennettsville, we are proud to represent clients primarily in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina, including Bennettsville, Florence, Chesterfield, Cheraw, Dillon, Darlington, Hartsville, Myrtle Beach, and Conway in Marlboro, Chesterfield, Dillon, Darlington, and Horry Counties and throughout the state of South Carolina. |
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