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Livingston County Attorney Providing Defense For Misdemeanor Charges

While not as severe as felony charges, misdemeanor charges can nonetheless have a negative impact on your life for years to come. For example, a driving under the influence (DUI) misdemeanor conviction may prevent you from working at jobs that require you to transport people, especially children. Other misdemeanors, such as minor traffic tickets, may seem inconsequential at first, but they can come back to haunt you later and even threaten your driving privileges when they are compounded with other traffic violation convictions.

Regardless of what your misdemeanor charges entail, it is always beneficial to be proactive and seek legal counsel. Rest assured that attorney William F. McGee Jr. at McGee Law Office will always have your short-term reassurance and your long-term interests in mind as he guides you in misdemeanor defense strategies in Kentucky.

How To Respond When You Are Charged With A Misdemeanor

Criminal courts often offer quick plea bargains to unrepresented defendants. However, a plea of guilty may not be in your best interests, especially if you previously had no criminal record. For individuals charged with a crime, misdemeanors (especially DUI) can have serious ramifications. They may seem minor, but ignoring these criminal charges is not going to make them go away. Meeting them head-on with the help of attorney McGee is an intelligent, promising response.

Kentucky DUI Penalties

In Kentucky, the penalties you can face for a DUI conviction are determined by how many prior convictions you have. Strict Kentucky DUI laws aim to deter and punish offenders with escalating penalties for repeat offenses.

Given that dealing with DUI is not a do-it-yourself project, a clear understanding of these laws is crucial. It’s important to take these charges seriously, a dedicated DUI lawyer can help walk you through the process after facing a DUI charge.

Understanding DUI Misdemeanor Levels

According to Kentucky DUI laws, driving under the influence cases are categorized into different misdemeanor levels:

  • First offense (Class B misdemeanor): 30 – 120 days license suspense, a $200 to $500 fine, and an incarceration of between 48 hours to 30 days.
  • Second offense (Class B misdemeanor): Licence suspension of 12 to 18 months, a $350 to $500 fine, and an incarceration of 7 days to 6 months.
  • Third offense (Class A misdemeanor): Licence suspension of about 24 to 36 months, a $500 to $1,000 fine and a 30 days to 12 months incarceration.

While these three misdemeanor levels might seem “less severe” compared to felonies, they still carry significant penalties. In that case, a skilled DUI attorney can help you understand the consequences of a DUI charge.

How McGee Law Office Can Help You Fight DUI Misdemeanor Charges

Attorney McGee can fight for you by:

  • Offering legal guidance: McGee specializes in DUI cases, providing expert guidance to navigate the legal intricacies of misdemeanor charges.
  • Crafting a strategic defense: With a deep understanding of Kentucky DUI laws, McGee formulates a strategic defense mechanism tailored to the specific circumstances of your case.
  • Negotiating reduced penalties: McGee leverages his expertise to negotiate with the prosecution, seeking reduced penalties such as fines and incarceration durations.
  • Exploring alternative sentencing options: In some cases, alternative sentencing options like community service or alcohol education programs may be pursued to alleviate traditional penalties.
  • Protecting your rights: Attorney McGee is committed to protecting your rights throughout your legal process, ensuring a fair resolution to your DUI misdemeanor charges.

These strategies can minimize the impact on your life.

Some Of Attorney William McGee’s Past Cases

Although Attorney McGee’s effectiveness as a criminal defense lawyer is well evidenced by a simple review of his past felony cases, his track record is just as strong in handling misdemeanors for clients.  His clients have received “Not Guilty” verdicts or outright “Dismissals” of misdemeanor charges such as assault, wanton endangerment, theft, violation of a domestic violence order, resisting arrest, terroristic threatening, possession of drugs, criminal trespass, DUI, harassing communications, menacing, wildlife violations and numerous other misdemeanor charges.

How To Respond When You Are Charged With A Misdemeanor

Criminal courts often offer quick plea bargains to unrepresented defendants. However, a plea of guilty may not be in your best interests, especially if you previously had no criminal record. For individuals charged with a crime, misdemeanors (especially DUI) can have serious ramifications. They may seem minor, but ignoring these criminal charges is not going to make them go away. Meeting them head-on with the help of attorney McGee is an intelligent, promising response.

Turn To A Trusted Criminal Defense Lawyer

Contact defense attorney McGee at McGee Law Office in Smithland to talk over your misdemeanor or felony charges and the right way to overcome them. Call 270-854-1885 or reach out online to set up a consultation.