Standing Up for the Unjustly Accused
If you're being investigated or have been arrested and charged with any crime, you have rights. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty, and you do not need to say anything to anyone in order to prove your innocence.
The first thing you should do the moment you are aware of any possible criminal charges is to call an experienced defense attorney to discuss what you can do to protect your rights against unjust accusations and aggressive prosecution.
I'm James H. Bell, a criminal defense lawyer with more than 30 years of legal experience. Based in Kansas City, I serve clients in Missouri and Kansas. Don't hesitate to contact me to set up a free initial consultation to discuss your criminal charges.
Prosecution and Criminal Defense Experience
As a former prosecutor, I understand how state and federal governments obtain convictions of people accused of crimes. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, I have defended many clients in state and federal court against charges such as the following:
- DUI (Kansas) and DWI (Missouri): I provide criminal defense services, as well as representation at driver's license hearings, to clients accused of drunk driving.
- White collar crimes: If your employer or anyone else has accused you of embezzlement or fraud, the criminal consequences could be serious. I can defend you.
- Drug crimes: I represent clients accused of possession, distribution, trafficking, and manufacturing of drugs like marijuana, cocaine, and methamphetamine.
- Theft and property crimes: If you've been accused of theft, burglary (breaking and entering), robbery (taking property by force), or any other property crime, I can help.
- Violent crimes: I defend clients against a wide range of violent criminal charges, including assault, battery, domestic violence, aggravated assault, manslaughter, and homicide
- Sex crimes: I represent clients accused of rape, sexual assault, child endangerment, incest and other sex crimes that can result in placement on the sex offender registry.
I have tried more than 40 felony cases before a judge and jury, and I provide the same level of attention and dedication to clients accused of misdemeanor crimes. You can rely on me to protect your rights and defend your liberty. Contact me today.
