Criminal Defense

Effective Criminal Defense Representation in Athens, Georgia
Being charged with a criminal offense is a disarming experience. Whether the charge comes after a lengthy white-collar criminal investigation or as a result of a drunk driving incident, it is important to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Here at McArthur, McArthur & Overend, we are dedicated to helping clients facing criminal charges in Athens, Georgia realize the best possible outcome.

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys
Our attorneys have earned a reputation for successfully handling state and federal criminal cases. We have represented business owners being investigated for complex white collar offenses, persons accused of major federal drug offenses, and individuals facing the death penalty in prosecutions for murder.

Our firm is prepared to represent people facing any state or federal criminal charge:

• White collar crimes, including fraud, mortgage fraud, money laundering, credit card fraud, and embezzlement
  
• Drug Crimes, including drug possession, distribution, trafficking, and manufacturing
  
• Sex crimes, including sexual assault, rape, and statutory rape
  
• Drunk driving, DUI, Underage Possession of Alcohol
  
• Assault and battery
  
• Hit and run and other traffic offenses
  
• Probation Violations and other post-conviction relief
  

McArthur, McArthur & Overend, recognizes that many people who are investigated for and charged with criminal offenses are innocent. We also know that even mere claims of criminal wrongdoing can affect reputations and careers. Our attorneys are dedicated to providing confidential criminal defense representation.

It is imperative to contact our lawyers as soon as a criminal investigation begins. We can often work with prosecutors to prevent charges from being filed or minimize the impact of a criminal conviction through a plea bargain. However, we are skilled trial lawyers and we have earned a reputation for effectively representing our client's interests when a case comes to trial.