Have you been charged with murder, attempted murder or another high-level violent crime in California? If so, contact the experienced criminal defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Daniel R. Perlman; call 877-814-7586 or contact us by e-mail.
Attempted Murder Charges in Los Angeles
We have defended hundreds of clients throughout California against criminal charges, including murder charges and other high-level felony offenses. We understand the tremendous time, commitment and resources that are required to effectively raise a strong defense in such cases. As a former prosecutor, Daniel Perlman understands what prosecutors need to build a strong case and obtain a conviction. He understands which defense strategies may be used effectively on behalf of a person accused of attempted murder.
Attempted Murder Allegations & California Law
In California, a conviction for attempted murder could result in a life term in prison. Our Los Angeles attorneys are here to raise the strong defense you need. California's attempted murder laws are highly complex:
- The prosecution must prove that you intended to kill your alleged victim. It is not enough that you intended to hurt the alleged victim.
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The prosecution must prove that you took a direct step toward killing another person. The state must prove something more than simple planning. Evidence that you shot a gun at a person's head or chest, stabbed someone in the chest, paid someone to commit murder or took other direct steps may satisfy this element of attempted murder, but there are situations that create gray areas that may be exploited to a defendant's advantage to create reasonable doubt.
Defense Against Attempted Murder Charges in Los Angeles
If retained as your counsel, we will thoroughly investigate the facts of your case to explore defenses that may be used to seek a favorable outcome on your behalf. Were you acting in self-defense? Was a person killed in a fight in which you did not intend to kill the victim? Was the victim's death an accident? Is this a case of mistaken identity? These and other issues will be fully explored to provide the strong defense you need.
Contact Us
To schedule a free consultation with one of our Los Angeles attempted murder defense lawyers, call 877-814-7586 or contact us by e-mail.
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