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When you're charged with a crime, the prosecution must prove you are guilty of the alleged offense beyond a reasonable doubt. There are many approaches used by criminal law attorneys to defend individuals facing charges. Bates Law Firm PLLC, based in Wadesboro, NC, would like to explain a few defense strategies used in criminal law cases.

If you've been arrested, your criminal defense attorney may recommend:

  • Providing Exculpatory Evidence: Police and prosecutors can make mistakes, whether as a result of error or bias. In criminal law, every defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, but your case will be stronger if have an alibi or other evidence that shows you did not commit the crime. Exculpatory evidence ranges from witness testimony to fingerprints that do not match the defendant’s.
  • Wadesboro-NC-criminal-lawClaiming Self-Defense: One of the few situations that legally excuse the use of violence is protecting your life or someone else’s. To claim self-defense, you must prove your fear and use of force were reasonable and the other party was the initial aggressor in the situation. Self-defense claims are difficult to prove, so it’s important to have the advice of a criminal law attorney.
  • Claiming Insanity: The insanity defense exists to protect the mentally ill from being punished for actions they cannot control. This defense is rarely used, and the circumstances must stand up to the scrutiny of legal and mental health professionals.

No matter what type of charges you're facing, you need a criminal law attorney who will aggressively protect your rights and select the strongest defense strategy available. Call Bates Law Firm PLLC at (704) 694-0195 to schedule a consultation, and visit their website to learn more about their effective criminal defense services.

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