Bridgeview Criminal Defense Attorney

Reputable Criminal Defense Lawyers Serving Clients in Bridgeview, Illinois

Getting arrested and being charged with a crime can be a humiliating, frightening experience. You may feel trapped, with no other option but to go to court and accept a judge's sentence. However, as a citizen of Illinois, you have the right to legal representation, and a qualified criminal defense attorney in Bridgeview can help you fight the charges against you. Attorney Stephen M. Komie has a long history of defending the rights of clients who have been accused of criminal charges, and he has achieved successful results in many cases. At Komie and Associates, we handle all manner of criminal cases without judgment, ranging from white collar crimes to first-degree murder.

Domestic Violence

Accusations of domestic violence are serious. Along with hurting your reputation in your community, a domestic violence conviction could impact your custody over your children, your current and future job prospects, and your immediate freedom, since a conviction comes with the possibility of jail time. A skilled criminal defense attorney at Komie and Associates can question the accusations against you, with defenses that may include:

• Self-Defense: If you reasonably acted in defense of yourself or others, especially your children, the case against you could be dismissed.
• False Allegations: We may be able to help you prove that the alleged abuse did not occur, whether through a reliable alibi or other evidence that pokes holes in the accuser's testimony.
• Mental Illness or Substance Abuse: A history of serious mental illness or drug addiction may cause your accuser's testimony to be questioned, especially if the evidence does not support his or her claims.

We know how damaging a domestic violence charge can be to your personal and professional life. As such, our attorneys will prepare an exhaustive defense on your behalf, working to protect your rights in the courtroom and help you avoid a criminal conviction.

Drug Charges

In America's never-ending "war on drugs," people often have their rights and privacy trampled by overzealous law enforcement officers. If you face charges of drug possession or trafficking, our attorneys will be prepared to use proven strategies during your defense, including:

• Citing improper procedures by the arresting officers, such as pulling you over without probable cause before searching your vehicle for drugs.
• Questioning whether a search and seizure was legal, including looking at whether police obtained the required search warrants or legal permissions.
• Pointing out the absence of evidence in situations where the prosecution is unable to present physical proof of your alleged crime.

Our firm has plenty of experience defending clients accused of drug charges, and in many cases, we have been able to have the sentences reduced if charges are not dropped outright. Attorney Stephen M. Komie has personally litigated many high-profile drug cases, including playing a part in dismantling an illegal drug task force created by a state prosecutor.

Asset Forfeiture

During a criminal case, your personal property could be seized by law enforcement. If you are suspected of criminal activity, any property remotely connected to that alleged crime might be confiscated, including monetary assets and vehicles. Our attorneys will go to great lengths to get your property back. We can cite a lack of probable cause that connected an asset to a crime, demonstrate that police engaged in illegal search and seizure, fight against unreasonable delays in court proceedings, and determine what other strategies may be available. The criminal defense lawyers at Komie and Associates will not back down in the face of government overreach, and we will fight to protect your rights to your property.

Contact a Bridgeview Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

Criminal charges can come with real consequences, from jail time to large fines and a permanent criminal record. Attorney Stephen M. Komie has over 40 years of real courtroom experience, and he has defended clients at the state and federal levels. When you work with Komie and Associates, you can take comfort knowing that you will be represented by a qualified, experienced legal advocate. We will take serious measures to protect your innocence, as we regularly consult with outside experts such as forensic accountants, doctors, and more to help your case. If you have questions or concerns about a criminal charge in Bridgeview, do not hesitate to reach out to us. Schedule a free consultation by calling us at 312-263-2800 today.