Misdemeanor Crimes

You should never underestimate the potential severity of a misdemeanor conviction. The Olympia misdemeanor attorneys at The Law Office of Jason S. Newcombe are ready to help you handle these charges to minimize the impact it will have on your life. Some common misdemeanor offenses include:

• Driving Under the Influence
• Minor Drug Offenses
• Vandalism
• Certain Cases of Domestic Violence

A misdemeanor conviction in Olympia could incur serious punishments that include jail time and expensive fines. It could also have lasting effects on your personal life, your employment, and your future.

An Olympia misdemeanor conviction may be especially harmful to young people just getting started in life. A youthful indiscretion with alcohol or drugs could affect their ability to find an apartment or even get a job. Our Olympia misdemeanor lawyers treat these cases with the utmost seriousness, ensuring that your side of the story gets told while acting as your personal advocate with the court and prosecutor.

Our Olympia misdemeanor attorneys will first help you understand the penalties you could be facing if convicted. Common penalties for misdemeanor offenses include fines, jail time, and probation. With DUI cases, a driver's license suspension may also be added to the mix. Our Olympia misdemeanor lawyers may seek to have your punishments mitigated by seeking a plea bargain, or it may be necessary to take your case to court.

What follows is more detailed information about the most common misdemeanor crimes.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious crime in Olympia, and a conviction could haunt you for many years. DUI-related crimes include reckless driving, minor DUI, and physical control violations. Our Olympia misdemeanor criminal attorneys will work tirelessly on your behalf in an effort to have your DUI charge dismissed, or the penalties reduced.

Domestic Violence crimes that are less severe are classified as a gross misdemeanor. More severe cases are classified as a felony. Professional legal representation from our qualified Olympia misdemeanor criminal lawyers will ensure that your rights are protected by someone with extensive experience handling these cases.

Drug Offenses classified as misdemeanors usually involve the possession of small amounts of drugs. However, the penalties for these crimes can be far more severe than many people realize, even if it's your first offense.

Theft or Shoplifting crimes can have life-altering implications, if you’re convicted. Our Olympia misdemeanor lawyers will help you build a defense based on the facts involved in your case with the goal of minimizing your penalties in whatever way is possible.

Get Help From Our Experienced Olympia Misdemeanor Attorneys Today Contact one of our professional Olympia lawyers for a free misdemeanor case evaluation. Don't underestimate the severity of a misdemeanor charge - get help building a defense and ensure your rights are protected.