Lawyers for Criminal Defense in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Navigating Criminal Charges

If you have been criminally charged or are under criminal investigation, you need a knowledgeable advocate to protect your rights. Criminal charges are a serious matter that can have life altering consequences including significant fines, probation, a jail sentence or even a prison term. Additionally, such charges may cause damage to your reputation and jeopardize employment opportunities.

A criminal defense attorney can help you navigate the criminal justice system, assert legal defenses, and ensure your rights are protected every step of the way.

Facing questioning from law enforcement, the prosecutor or a judge in a courtroom setting on your own can be stressful and intimidating. Fortunately, we handle these interactions for a living. We interact with police and prosecutors on a regular basis, and these professional relationships and experiences can help in crafting your legal defense, navigating jury selection, negotiating a plea bargain, and advocating for you at trial or during sentencing.

Hiring an attorney is a personal choice, but it is critical to remember the importance of having quality legal representation. Our seasoned team of former prosecutors and a federal agent handles all levels of misdemeanors and felony offenses. We welcome the opportunity to serve you.

Gearhiser, Peters, Elliott & Cannon, PLLC has been an integral part of this area’s legal community for more than 40 years.