Santa Cruz Murder Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer for Murder Cases

Criminal homicide includes the crimes of murder and manslaughter. These are the most serious charges an individual can face with penalties including probation, county jail, state prison terms of up to 25 years, life imprisonment, and even the death penalty. Anyone facing charges of murder or manslaughter including vehicular manslaughter should have a defense lawyer who has the experience, skills, and legal background to provide aggressive representation. The Santa Cruz murder defense lawyer at The Christine McGuire Law Office has more than 25 years of legal experience handling criminal cases as a prosecutor. Christine McGuire offers the knowledge and commitment needed in such serious charges. The Christine McGuire Law Office serves clients in the county of Santa Cruz as well as Santa Clara County and Monterey County.

If you or someone you know in the Santa Cruz area is under investigation for or has been charged with murder or manslaughter, it is crucial that you contact the Santa Cruz murder defense attorney at The Christine McGuire Law office immediately for a case evaluation. Even if you were involved in a death that was accidental, you may need serious representation to avoid a criminal conviction. When you retain her services, you can be assured that your case is in capable hands.

Murder and Manslaughter

How your case is classified will depend on the specific circumstances surrounding it and your intentions in the incident. You may be charged with murder in the first degree including felony murder, which is the most serious, murder in the second degree, voluntary manslaughter, or involuntary manslaughter. All of these crimes are felonies in the state of California. If convicted, besides probation and imprisonment, you will have a criminal record as a convicted felon which will negatively affect your life and future.

If you are facing charges of murder or manslaughter in the Santa Cruz area, contact the Santa Cruz Murder Defense Lawyer at The Christine McGuire Law Office today!