Protecting Your Career and Reputation – Jackson Misdemeanor Crimes Defense Lawyer

Many people charged with a misdemeanor in Mississippi presume that there is no need to retain a private defense attorney because a misdemeanor is a “minor offense”.  This false assumption can land you in jail, cost you your job and derail your future career aspirations.  If you are not a U.S. citizen, you may even be deported or permanently barred from re-entry into the country for certain misdemeanors.  While many people venture into court without an attorney to fight a speeding ticket, misdemeanors are not anything like this type of minor traffic offense.  An individual convicted of a misdemeanor can receive up to one year in jail and/or a fine depending on the specific misdemeanor offense.

Mississippi misdemeanor defense attorney William Kellum III understands the impact that a misdemeanor conviction can have on the future of his clients, so he routinely conducts an investigation of the facts, reviews law enforcement reports, interviews witnesses, gathers evidence, effectively negotiates with the prosecutor and provides zealous advocacy at trial.  Mr. Kellum is dedicated to shielding his clients from the adverse long-term consequences of a misdemeanor conviction that might include:

• Job loss
• Damage to family and personal relationships
• Negative impact in family law matters like divorce or child custody cases
• Restraining orders that keep you from your home and family
• Ineligibility for certain state issued occupational licenses
• Bar from entry into professions (attorneys, accountants, etc.)
• Public criminal record
• Denial of future rental housing
• Adverse actions by colleges and universities
• Disqualification for some loans or academic financial assistance

The bottom line is that a misdemeanor conviction can turn your life upside down.  If you are arrested for a misdemeanor, you should not talk to the police without an experienced Mississippi criminal defense lawyer.  At our Jackson, MS law firm, we know that a criminal record can harm your career, reputation and family relationships, so we are committed to pursuing dismissal of the charges, a not guilty verdict or a favorable plea bargain. Jackson misdemeanor defense lawyer William S. Kellum III represents clients in Jackson, Brandon, Clinton, Canton, Brookhaven, Greenwood, Hattiesburg, Indianola, Madison, Meridian, Natchez, Pearl, Ridgeland, Vicksburg, Yazoo and other surrounding cities and areas.  We offer a free consultation so that we evaluate your situation and answer your questions so call us today at (601) 969-2709 or send us an email to schedule your initial consultation.