Criminal Defense

Criminal charges may carry with them potentially significant legal penalties such as revocation of a driver's license, fines, or jail time. Aside from these punishments, formal criminal accusations can result in, among other things, damage to one's reputation; strains on relations with family, friends, and colleagues; and difficulties in maintaining or obtaining employment. Because the stakes are so high, it is vitally important to retain lawyers who fully understand criminal law and have proven experience in the area.

At Mann, Vita & Elrod, our attorneys have the background necessary to provide the skilled legal representation required in facing criminal charges. Among the types of criminal cases we have handled are those involving aggravated sexual battery, armed robbery, assault and battery, drug distribution, malicious wounding, violation of probation, and weapons charges. We also have significant experience with a wide range of traffic law issues such as driving under the influence, reckless driving, and restoration of driving privileges. Included in the many successes we have gained in providing criminal defense representation are lowering of charges or sentences, and the dropping of charges altogether.