Chicago Criminal Lawyer

If you have been arrested and accused of a crime in Illinois, you have come to the right place. Since 2005, thousands have trusted the Law Office of Chris M. Shepherd for solutions to their legal issues. With proven experience in successfully defending against accusations of sexual misconduct, drug offenses, and violent crime, the Law Office of Chris M. Shepherd can give you honest and practical advice about anything you are facing.

If you or someone you care about has been charged with a crime or is under investigation, know that the Law Office of Chris M. Shepherd guarantees that:

• Your case will get individual time and attention. Whether it is tracking down a video before it is destroyed, investigating the background of your accuser, or researching the latest law, you must out-work the government that has accused you in order to maximize your chances of success,
• Your phone calls and email will always be answered within 48 hours,
• You will have a veteran of hundreds of felony and misdemeanor prosecutions defending you. I have defended the rights of people accused of all types of felonies and misdemeanors in every court in Cook County and across Illinois. To learn more about my experience and background, take a moment now to read my attorney profile page and go here to read more about past results.

The Best Defense is a Good Offense

Whether you decide to fight your case all the way to a trial, or enter into a fair and reasonable agreement with prosecutors, the best possible thing you can do at this moment is prepare your defense. That is because proper preparation and investigation can win your case before it ever gets to Court. For example, if the person accusing you has a criminal record, it is important to obtain proof of that conviction before it gets expunged. Similarly, if a video is out there, it is important to act aggressively to preserve it because government agencies and private entities usually destroy video within 30 days, sometimes sooner. With so much at stake, every minute matters. By showing strength early in your case, you maximize the chances of either beating your case at trial or getting a fair offer from prosecutors that could include:

• Reduced charges,
• Dismissal after community service,
• Supervision with no conviction on your record.

First Consult an Attorney for a Free Case Evaluation

A fair defense to the accusation against you is your right as an American and you shouldn't just plead guilty without evaluating your options. You need to know the possible consequences of a guilty plea, how it will affect your record, and whether you can beat this case without pleading guilty.

Find out what I can do to help you today. Either submit your case online through the form on the right, or, call me at 312.789.8050 for honest and straightforward advice at no obligation to you.

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If you have not yet been arrested, click here to read what you should know if you are ever arrested, pulled over, or questioned by police.