Criminal Defense

Bad consequences can befall good people. A respected public official has several too many and is pulled over. An honor student risks expulsion for a thoughtless prank. A valued employee faces loss of license and job for love of speed. A security clearance is jeopardized by a bounced check, shoplifting accusation or worse.

Ticket fixing happens in the movies. Real people face serious consequences for their behavior when it results in formal charges, and a criminal prosecution is no place for self-representation. The cost of defense can be high, but pales in comparison with the potential for fines, incarceration and adverse career impact.

Bean, Kinney & Korman attorneys defend state and Federal misdemeanor and felony charges in Virginia, D.C., and Maryland, and offer hard-nosed but compassionate counsel on a personal level to clients accused of crossing the line, frequently for the only time in their lives. Criminal prosecution can be frightening and confusing. We can’t turn back the clock, but we can provide guidance through the process in a knowledgeable and understanding way, helping you evaluate your realistic options, and drawing on our extensive experience with prosecution officials and courts to minimize the consequences of an indiscretion.