Practicing criminal law either as a defense attorney or prosecutor is significantly different than any other area in this profession. A defense attorney specifically holds such a unique place in our society that many often argue when discussing just about any element pertaining to a profession that is unlike any other on earth. We protect people although we are neither physician nor civil practitioner whose main focus is to protect a person’s things.
Defending Crimes Charged by GovernmentWe protect individuals from thier own government claims criminal defense attorney William Moore. While most will disagree as to how we are to be viewed in society, there is one group that consistently shares the same perception and that is the client. Success can make you feel like a hero in ways that no other line of work ever could. When it comes to the actual practice of criminal defense there are very complex issues pertaining to the law itself or the tactical manner in which that law is practiced on behalf of the person you are defending.
Simplicity in Routine Criminal ProcedureAt the same time, there are many aspects that are quite routine and for lack of a better word simple. The typical process of a criminal case from arrest to resolution has got to be one of the simplest to understand when it comes to arguing before a judiciary. Explaining the criminal trial process along with the events leading up to resolution is one of the easiest ways to get a client in a mindset that is conducive to assisting their counsel in preparing an overall defense strategy.
Hearings that take place prior to resolution of a criminal case can basically be broken down into those involving motions to exclude or allow evidence, requests of the court to allow more time for preparation, the manner and presentation of proceedings, requests for information or making a record of issues that have been narrowed by way of negotiation between prosecution and defense.
Stipulating to Evidence Before Trial by LawyersAn experienced kernel defense attorney and prosecutor can anticipate what evidence will or will not be allowed should a case proceed to trial. More often than not the two adversaries can agree on whether or not that evidence will be presented and how.
Issues pertaining to jury selection considered more of a trial issue as the voir dire process takes place on the date of the actual criminal trial. Rarely are issues pertaining to jury selection argued in the months following this final hearing as they are not learned until the presumptive panel is questioned. This excludes high profile media cases or issues pertaining to American sentiment. For more information about this article contact attorney William more directly at his office in Broward County by calling (954) 523-5333 or visit him at 110 SE 6th St #1713, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.