Why Hire an Attorney?

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Attorney

Given the considerable resources state and federal prosecutors have at their disposal, including forensic specialists, lab technicians, drug sniffing dogs, electronic surveillance technology, computer experts and psychologists, it's not surprising that those facing criminal charges often feel powerless and hopeless. In fact, it's not uncommon for defendants to believe that they are guilty until proven innocent.

In these difficult times, you do have options. By hiring a skilled and dedicated attorney to represent you as soon as you're under investigation or charged with a crime, you will have a check against the power of the state, as well as a much-needed layer of protection between you and investigators.

If you're under investigation for a crime or have already been arrested, contact criminal defense attorney Randolph L. Goldman today to discuss your case and to learn how we can help you.

What about Traffic Offenses or DUIs? Do I Really need an Attorney?

People don't realize how serious a traffic ticket or DUI can be. A ticket for excessive speeding, passing a loading school bus, reckless endangerment, or DUI can result in expensive fines and license suspension. In turn, once your insurance company finds out, your insurance premiums will increase substantially.

Pleading "guilty" to a serious traffic offense squanders an opportunity to have the charges or sentence against you reduced or dropped altogether. Hiring a lawyer can mean the difference between qualifying for a diversion program and keeping your license or spending time in jail or installing an ignition interlock device on your car.

The Police Said They Just Want to Talk to Me - Why do I Need a Lawyer Now?

First, the police won't tell you everything they know - especially in homicide, fraud, and sex crimes cases. If you talk to investigators, you may tell them something that contradicts what they already know or what someone else has told them. This may only increase their suspicion of you. Secondly, charges may be pending against you without your knowledge. As a result, anything you say to investigators can then be used against you later at trial. Here, people often make the mistake of thinking they can talk their way out of being charged or arrested. Lastly, if you are represented by an attorney, he or she may be able to preempt an investigation and convince prosecutors there simply isn't enough evidence to bring charges.

I'm Guilty Anyway - I Can't Afford to Mortgage My Family's Future

Due to a "get tough" attitude and the so-called war on drugs, state and federal sentencing for many crimes - especially drug related - are now more severe. Regardless of whether you are not guilty or believe the case against you is open and shut, an experienced attorney can make a significant difference during the sentencing phase of a trial.

A good attorney can tell their client's story in a compelling manner to convince the court to reduce the sentence. This may involve using psychological evaluations, testimony from family members, discussion of drug or alcohol addictions, or explanation of how childhood abuse or neglect affected the defendant.

Contact Criminal Defense Attorney Randolph L. Goldman Today

If you've been accused of a crime, contact criminal defense attorney Randolph L. Goldman today to schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your case.