Criminal Law Overview

Lawyers for Criminal Defense Serving DuPage, Kendall, and Will Counties

Being arrested and charged with a crime is an incredibly overwhelming experience for most people. At Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, we understand how frightening it is to face criminal charges. Our attorneys are committed to protecting the rights, freedom, and records of our clients. We work closely with our clients to develop effective defense strategies, and we make sure our clients are fully informed throughout the legal process.

Strong Defense Against Criminal Charges

Even seemingly minor criminal charges can have substantial negative effects on your life and your future. A conviction on your record can affect your job, housing, and educational opportunities for years to come. Our attorneys take all criminal charges seriously, and when you contact us, we can immediately begin protecting your rights and investigating your case. We are experienced in handling a wide variety of criminal law matters, including:

• DUI defense - Charges of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can affect you in many ways. A conviction may result in large fines, a jail sentence, and the requirement to participate in substance abuse treatment. Even if you are not convicted, you may face a driver's license suspension because you failed or refused to take a breathalyzer, blood test, or urine test after being arrested. Our attorneys can help you determine the best steps to take to defend against DUI charges involving alcohol, marijuana, or other substances.
• Traffic violations - If you are accused of disobeying traffic laws, you may be issued a traffic ticket. While paying the fine may seem like the best approach to take, this can lead to consequences in some situations. If you receive three or more traffic violations in one year, you will face the loss of your driver's license. More serious violations may even lead to misdemeanor or felony charges. Our lawyers can help you understand your options for contesting traffic violations and avoiding serious penalties.
• Theft/shoplifting - Accusations that you have taken someone else's money or property without their permission may lead to theft charges, and depending on the value of what was allegedly stolen, you may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense. Our attorneys can provide you with a strong defense against charges of theft, retail theft, or other related property crimes.
• Drug charges - Offenses involving controlled substances often carry severe penalties, even for first-time offenders and in cases involving small amounts of drugs. Our lawyers can help defend against drug possession charges involving substances such as cocaine, methamphetamines, MDMA, LSD, heroin, or fentanyl, and we can also assist with more serious charges involving drug distribution or drug manufacturing.
• Other misdemeanor and felony charges - We can provide a defense against multiple other types of crimes, including assault, battery, robbery, burglary, sexual assault, and more.
• Expungement - To avoid a permanent criminal record, you may be able to take steps to expunge or seal information about arrests, criminal prosecutions, or convictions. We can help you determine your options for clearing your record, and we will work with you to file the necessary petitions and provide the required evidence to the appropriate officials.

No matter what the charge, we look to resolve these matters with the best possible outcomes for our clients. We thoroughly investigate each case and pursue all opportunities to have the charges dismissed prior to trial. Should your case go to trial, we are tough litigators with the experience to present a strong defense and aggressively argue on your behalf before a judge.

If, in conjunction with our clients, we determine that a plea agreement is warranted, our attorneys are tough negotiators who are skilled in effectively advocating for our clients. We seek creative resolutions that leave our clients' records and reputations intact.

Contact Our DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorneys

If you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with a crime, contact us at 630-665-7300 to discuss the case and learn how our firm can help. We will answer your questions and explain what you can expect from the legal process. We handle criminal defense cases throughout DuPage, Kendall, and Will Counties.