An arrest based on a violation of a criminal law usually evokes a complex set of emotions, including disbelief, embarrassment, frustration, and fear in some cases.
The legal process typically starts with the arrest. Once you are cuffed and driven to the county jail, you will be held in a holding cell and have your fingerprints taken. The police will remain in that cell as they determine whether or not to interrogate you.
Criminal charges typically follow the arrest. Defendants should employ a criminal lawyer to protect their interests. Although many lawyers deal with criminal cases, there are only a limited number who can handle them when they are complicated.
In Brydon, Swearengen& England P.C., we recognize that criminal law cases can be frustrating and emotionally charged. We have negotiated hundreds of criminal cases in favor of our clients without resorting to trial.
Criminal Cases We Represent
The attorneys and criminal lawyers at Brydon, Swearengen & England P.C., defend individuals accused of misdemeanors and felonies in the United States District Courts and state circuit courts in central Missouri.
Our criminal offenses are represented, in part, as follows:
- Drunken driving (DWI/DUI).
- Controlled substances possession | Drug trafficking | Possession, with intent to distribute, controlled substances.
- Stealing
- Robbery
- Rape
- Arson
- Burglary
- Forgery
- Tampering
- Child molestation
- Sexual misconduct
- Child pornography
- Money laundering
Scott Hamblin
Scott Hamblin is a shareholder at Brydon, Swearengen & England P.C. and a former assistant prosecuting attorney. He relies on his experience as a prosecutor to advocate for his cases.
Scott has the advantage of having been a prosecutor and has a different perspective on the criminal process- one that is difficult to replicate by most criminal attorneys. He has tried a variety of jury cases in circuit courts and the U.S. District Courts.
Some of Scott’s achievements include:
- Lecturer: Scott gave a talk on criminal law and criminal procedure issues to attorneys under the continuing legal education programs funded by the Missouri Bar Association.
- Publication: Scott’s work has been published in the Missouri DWI Law and Practice MoBar CLE deskbook, in an article titled Chemical Test Refusal, which was published in 2010. The article highlights legal decisions by the Missouri Courts of Appeals and statute amendments in Missouri law that deal with the refusal by a person to provide a chemical blood alcohol test, after the person has been arrested due to driving under the influence of alcohol (DWI/DUI). The paper explains what is regarded as a refusal and an appeal against the revocation of a driving license following a denial of giving a chemical breath test. The Missouri DWI Law and Practice is a reference book used by lawyers to represent their clients.
Criminal Defense Lawyer Representation: Contact Us.
Whenever you have a question about criminal law, visit Brydon, Swearengen& England P.C. in Jefferson City. Our experienced lawyers will discuss the operation of the criminal justice system and create realistic expectations for your case. They cover:
- Criminal procedure
- Information about the criminal statutes used in your case.
- Common Sense of what to expect in your criminal case.
At Brydon, Swearengen & England P.C., you will encounter friendly staff, timely phone calls, and access to qualified criminal attorneys.
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