Most people are at least marginally aware of the criminal justice system and the way it operates. For people who never have to face a criminal charge, the various levels of charges, such as misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor and felony, may have little to no real meaning.
When you or an important person who is close to you is charged with a crime, the specific meaning of absolutely everything that relates to the case becomes of the utmost importance. Being certain that they understand the implications of even the finest details is also suddenly extremely important to someone who is facing a criminal case.
Defendants who go to court with their own private lawyer have some advantages when compared with those who have no lawyer accompanying them. First, attorney cases are often moved to the top of the calendar as a recognition of the fact that lawyers are busy people who must often make several court appearances in a single day. Having your own lawyer can sometimes shorten the amount of time you must wait for your case to be called.
Another reason that it is an advantage to have your own Criminal Lawyer New London CT is because your own private counsel is focusing totally on you, your case and what will ultimately help your matter move toward its best possible resolution for you, their client.
Local and experienced attorneys who work in a particular court house day after day have a familiarity and a comfort level with the court personnel and they are able to assist their clients with obtaining all of the case related services that may be called for as the matter moves through its life cycle in the courts.
Only an attorney who can understand clearly how your particular criminal charges will affect your future can put the charges into perspective for you and help you understand how the resolution of your case can have an impact on more than just your criminal record. Your lawyer will want to be sure that you have a strong grasp on the relevant issues pertaining to your case so that you are able to assist your lawyer in building your defense to the charges.
A consultation with the Law Office of Peter Catania can help you see how being represented by your own attorney for all of your court dates can help put you at ease with the process.
