DeKalb County Violent Crime Lawyer

Experienced Violent Crime Attorney in DeKalb County

You are watching the life you built come apart. Your employer is concerned, your family looks at you differently, and texts from friends have stopped. A violent crime charge in Georgia moves fast, and every day without the right defense is a day the prosecution builds a case against you without anyone on your side.

It does not have to end this way. You have the right to a defense.

Miller North & Brill has earned Not Guilty verdicts on charges including murder, aggravated child molestation, aggravated assault, and other serious violent offenses. As Criminal Defense Lawyer, our attorneys have tried more than 100 jury trials combined, from misdemeanor to murder. When the DeKalb County Superior Court is deciding your future, you want a team that will fight hard to protect your rights and provide the strong defense you deserve.

Contact us to schedule a free and confidential consultation. Tell us what happened, and we will tell you exactly where you stand.

Violent Crime Charges We Defend in DeKalb County

We defend clients on serious violent crime charges in DeKalb County and throughout the Atlanta metro area, including but not limited to:

• Murder and felony murder
• Aggravated assault and aggravated battery
• Armed robbery and home invasion
• Kidnapping and false imprisonment
• Sexual battery, rape, and related offenses
• Domestic violence felony charges
• Gang-related violent offenses and RICO charges

What a Violent Crime Conviction in Georgia Actually Costs You

A felony conviction in Georgia does not stay in the courtroom. It follows you. For many clients, the consequences that land outside the sentence are the ones that reshape their life permanently.

A conviction can mean:

• Jail or prison time, probation, fines, and community service
• Permanent loss of the right to own or possess a firearm
• Loss of voting rights while incarcerated or on felony probation or parole
• A public criminal record that appears on background checks for employment, housing, and licensing
• Consequences in custody and family court proceedings
• Deportation or loss of immigration status for non-citizens

These are the consequences Georgia prosecutors pursue every day.

The right defense can start before indictment. That means preserving surveillance footage before it is overwritten, identifying and interviewing witnesses before the prosecution does, and reviewing whether your arrest, search, or interrogation violated your constitutional rights.

Evidence disappears and witnesses forget. The earlier our attorneys review your case, the more options you may have.

Violent Crime Results in Georgia

Our attorneys have earned Not Guilty verdicts on charges including murder, aggravated child molestation, aggravated assault, and sexual battery against a minor. Below are a few of the results our violent crime defense attorneys have achieved on behalf of our clients:

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

These results, and others, are documented on our case results page.

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime Law

Do I need a lawyer right away if I have been arrested for a violent crime in DeKalb County?

Yes, there are potential benefits to contacting a lawyer as soon as possible. In Georgia, a grand jury indictment can come quickly on serious violent charges. The prosecution begins building its case the day of your arrest. Statements you give without a lawyer present can be used against you. Contact our office before your first court appearance.

What happens with my case at the DeKalb County Superior Court?

Felony violent crimes in DeKalb County are handled at the DeKalb County Superior Court, 556 N. McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030. After a probable cause determination at Magistrate Court, the District Attorney decides whether to seek a grand jury indictment. Your case is then assigned to a Superior Court judge. We appear in that court regularly and know its procedures.

How much does a violent crime defense attorney cost in Georgia?

Every case is different in scope and complexity. We offer a free initial consultation so we can review the facts, explain your options, and give you an honest assessment of what defense will require. Reach out to schedule that conversation.

Can a violent crime charge be dismissed or reduced?

Yes, sometimes violent crime charges may be dismissed or reduced. Charges are reduced or dismissed before trial more often than most people expect, when the defense investigates and protects the evidence early. Our case results include dismissals based on evidentiary problems and charge reductions negotiated before trial. We prepare every case as if it is going to a jury. If it does not, it is because the prosecution’s case could not survive our review.

What defenses exist for violent crime charges in Georgia?

The right defense depends on the facts, but several defenses come up regularly in Georgia violent crime cases. For example:

• Self-defense and Georgia’s Stand Your Ground law may apply when force was reasonably used to protect against an imminent threat
• Mistaken identification is a real issue in stranger-on-stranger incidents where eyewitness reliability can be challenged
• Constitutional violations, such as an unlawful stop, an illegal search, or a coerced statement, can result in key evidence being suppressed
• In some cases, the prosecution simply cannot prove the required intent

Our attorneys review every angle of the case before deciding on the right strategy.

Talk to a DeKalb County Violent Crime Lawyer Today

Our attorneys have won in local courtrooms. We know the DeKalb County judges, the prosecutors, and the timelines. If you or someone you care about is facing a violent crime charge in DeKalb County or anywhere in the Atlanta metro area, reach out to Miller North & Brill before you do anything else.

Contact us for a free and confidential consultation.