Murder / Manslaughter Defense in Westchester County

Westchester County Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal charges of murder or manslaughter are potentially the most serious that a defendant may face. In the face of criminal homicide allegations, it is crucial that you exercise your right to legal counsel as soon as possible. Only with proper legal representation by a highly experienced and dedicated attorney do you have the opportunity of avoiding maximum penalties or perhaps a conviction altogether.

Murder and manslaughter are both forms of criminal homicide. Criminal homicide occurs when a person unlawfully takes the life of another person. Criminal homicide may stem from negligence or intentional wrongdoing. For example, a drunk driver who causes an auto accident may be charged with vehicular manslaughter if his or her actions lead to the death of another driver, passenger, or pedestrian. A person who intentionally assaults another with a deadly weapon, with the intention to take their life, will likely face attempted murder charges.

A highly experienced Westchester County criminal lawyer can explore different options in regard to your defense in the face of manslaughter or murder charges. For example, an act committed in self-defense would not be murder. The incident may have been entirely accidental, or you may have been framed or wrongfully accused. A thorough investigation may uncover evidence of wrongful charges in this way.

Consult a Westchester County Criminal Attorney

You need the strongest advocate for your Constitutional rights - someone who will fight tirelessly to secure the best possible case outcome regardless of what crime you have been accused. Attorney Robert Schuster has the tenacity, experience and commitment you should look for in your criminal defense lawyer.

Facing murder or manslaughter charges or an investigation for these? Contact Westchester County criminal attorneyRobert Schuster. Mr. Schuster and his associates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.