Kansas City Criminal Defense Lawyer

Everyone who is arrested and charged with a crime in this country has rights. Rights mean nothing, however, unless you know what they are and how to assert them. That is why you should have an experienced criminal defense attorney by your side whenever you deal with representatives of the government regarding any criminal charge.

Representing the Wrongfully Injured
and the Unjustly Accused
Call (816) 561-4040

Please do not hesitate to contact me, criminal defense attorney James H. Bell, for a free consultation and case evaluation if:

• You have been arrested and charged with a crime
• You know or suspect you are under investigation for a crime
• Friends or family members have been contacted as part of a criminal investigation

I am an experienced trial attorney with a long track record of success defending clients against criminal charges in state and federal court. I represent clients charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes including:

• Violent crimes - assault and battery, sexual assault (rape), murder (homicide), manslaughter
• White collar crimes - embezzlement, fraud, conspiracy, credit card fraud
• Drug crimes - possession, manufacture, possession with intent to distribute
• Theft - shoplifting, stealing, robbery, bank robbery, grand theft auto, employee theft

A former assistant county prosecutor, I have handled criminal cases my entire 28-year career. I have tried more than 40 serious felony cases before a judge and jury. I not only get results for my clients, but I also teach trial techniques courses to law students and other attorneys.

I am well versed in criminal statues of both Kansas and Missouri. I understand which defense strategies will best serve my clients in different jurisdictions.

In all criminal matters, you can rely on me to protect your rights and defend your liberty. I provide effective representation at reasonable rates.

Contact Criminal Defense Lawyer James H. Bell

From offices in Kansas City, Missouri, criminal defense attorney James H. Bell represents clients in the Missouri communities of Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Independence, Raytown, Liberty, Grandview, Belton, Platte City, St Joseph, Harrisonville, Jackson County, Cass County, Clay County, and Platte County, MO. In Kansas, he represents residents of Kansas City, Overland Park, Lenexa, Olathe, Shawnee, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Wyandotte County, Johnson County, and Leavenworth County, KS.