As soon as possible.  They can help guide you through any possible interviews with law enforcement, show up to any future bond hearings, and go with you to your very first court date. While it isn’t unusual to wait until you have been charged to hire an attorney, the sooner you can get an attorney to look at your case and guide you through the process, the better.

We handle most criminal defense matters, as well as some related cases. This includes obtaining or defending a protective order, expungements, and drivers license appeals.

Simply put - we have the experience and dedication to our clients to help you get the best result. As a former Prosecutor, Sabah Khalaf knows from experience what tactics the Government will use to argue cases and will use that experience to aggressively defend your case. You don't have to take our word for it - check out our 

We always recommend that you consult with an attorney immediately to make sure that your rights are preserved. Specifically, you will need to apply for a DPS hearing within (30) days from the date of the arrest to avoid forfeiting your driver's license automatically. You should also retain any documentation that you have been provided by the arresting officer and bring it with you when you meet with us.

We really think so - that's why we started helping people with them. Research shows that people with expunged records see a major increase in employment opportunities, salary, and benefits. Successfully expunging your record entitles you to say that you do not have a criminal record when asked, such as on job applications. You can’t be compelled to share your record and you can’t be denied a job or housing for refusing to show an expunged record. More importantly, our clients tell us they feel a huge sense of relief from not having a past mistake hanging over their head.

Yes, as long as you understand that we would be their attorney and not yours. Despite being the one to pay for the representation, our obligation is to our client (your loved one).

Yes, while a traffic ticket is a small matter, it is technically a criminal charge. We help defend against most criminal charges-especially driving related criminal matters.

Generally speaking, officers are only required to give you a Miranda warning when you’re either in a custodial interrogation or under arrest and you’re being asked questions that are likely to illicit and incriminating response. 

 It generally does not apply to non-custodial situations where officers are allowed to ask preliminary questions such as where are you going? Where are you coming from? Have you had anything to drink do you feel intoxicated?

When should I hire a defense attorney?

What type of cases do you handle? 

Simply put - we have the experience and dedication to our clients to help you get the best result. As a former Prosecutor, Sabah Khalaf knows from experience what tactics the Government will use to argue cases and will use that experience to aggressively defend your case. You don't have to take our word for it - check out our reviews page or our Google reviews.

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