Misdemeanors & Felonies

Roanoke Criminal Defense Attorney

Persons who face serious misdemeanor or felony charges in Virginia need to make important decisions about their defense. Prosecutors in this state are determined to obtain convictions, and they usually pursue cases aggressively.

At Eric Roland Spencer, P.C., we believe that everyone accused of a crime deserves the best representation possible. In every case, we work to build a strong defense designed to protect the client's rights and freedom, and obtain the best outcome possible.

Our firm defends clients in misdemeanor and felony cases involving:

• Property crimes — such as theft, burglary, and shoplifting
• DUI and traffic charges
• Drug charges
• Violent crimes — including assault and armed robbery
• Juvenile crimes
• Fraud, forgery, and credit card fraud
• Domestic violence
• And others

Call us at 1-888-312-2962 for a free consultation. Attorney Eric Roland Spencer can evaluate your situation and explore the criminal defense strategies available to you.

Exploring Your Options

In many cases, the State holds a strong position. Much of our initial work in a criminal defense case involves investigation of the strength of the State's case and possible ways to challenge the charge.

We work closely with the client throughout all stages of the legal process. At some point, the client has to make important decisions about his or her defense. You must understand that in Virginia, the prosecution--like the defendant--can demand a jury trial. This can put the defendant at a disadvantage. Eric Roland Spencer explains these factors, the possible criminal defense strategies, and their likely outcomes. Attorney Spencer takes an honest, straightforward approach, and provides the information the client needs to make sound criminal defense decisions.

If it appears that a negotiated plea is the best option, attorney Spencer uses his experience to obtain the best plea agreement possible. We understand the various alternative sentencing programs available, and if you qualify, we will seek to obtain such an outcome for you. In other situations, it may make sense to challenge the charge at trial. In these situations, Eric Roland Spencer will mount a strong defense designed to obtain a dismissal of the charge, and failing that, a not-guilty verdict at trial.

For a free consultation with criminal defense lawyer Eric Roland Spencer, call 1-888-312-2962 or contact us online.