Spartanburg Criminal Defense Lawyers

Also Serving the Accused in Greenville, Cherokee, Union, & the Surrounding Counties

If you are under a criminal investigation or have been arrested and charged with a crime, you need the help of our experienced criminal defense team at KD Trial Lawyers. Being accused of criminal acts brings consequences beyond the emotional strain and embarrassment you might initially experience. You may be facing thousands of dollars in fines, significant time behind bars, restrictive probation, or even life in prison. How you respond to the charges could change the rest of your life.

Our firm can help you develop legal strategies that will best serve your interests. We represent individuals charged with crimes and with post-conviction matters of all types and severity. From traffic tickets to murder, no case is too small or too big for our criminal defense lawyers. Our team includes former prosecutors, as well as a former Narcotics and Vice Squad Officer for the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. With an abundance of law enforcement and legal experience to use on your behalf, we are prepared to mount the defense you need in search of optimum results, such as dropped or reduced charges, diversion programs, and case acquittals. 

Book a confidential consultation with a Spartanburg criminal defense attorney by connecting with a team member at KD Trial Lawyers online or at (864) 660-0465.

Criminal Defense Cases We Handle

We handle all types of misdemeanor and felony charges, including but not limited to:

• DUI: These include first offenses, repeat offenses, offenses involving property damage, bodily injury to others, or fatality DUI. We represent adults, those under 21, and commercially licensed drivers. 
• Cyber crimes: These types of offenses are all related to the internet, including identity theft, phishing and hacking, sex offense solicitation, and more.
• Juvenile crimes: We assist parents and minors in navigating the juvenile justice system in the event of arrests and criminal accusations.
• Domestic violence: These are serious matters in which you may be facing jail time, fines, probation, restraining orders, and other court orders, such as anger management programs.
• Drug crimes: We represent state and federal drug offenses, ranging from possession to distribution, sales, manufacture, cultivation, and trafficking. 
• Federal crimes: These are among the most serious of all charges, often resulting from sophisticated and intense investigations by the FBI and other federal agencies. You will need a federal criminal defense lawyer on your side as soon as possible.
• Traffic violations: These can range from speeding tickets to reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, and other offenses in which you may stand to lose your license.
• Assault and battery: Because of the use of force or the threat of force, convictions for these offenses can be serious. We represent clients in third-, second-, and first-degree charges, as well as those of an aggravated nature.
• Burglary: Charges related to burglary are also categorized according to degree, with the first degree being the most serious. These are felony crimes.
• Gun crimes: Weapon charges are complicated and call for the services of a defender who understands the nuances of South Carolina gun laws.
• Theft and shoplifting: Stealing merchandise, petty theft, and grand theft involve misdemeanors and felonies in which convictions can result in criminal penalties as well as harming future employment and other life opportunities.
• Possession of stolen vehicles: The charges for this crime will depend on the value of the vehicle and range from misdemeanors to felonies.
• Sex crimes: These are among the most serious and stigmatizing of all accusations. You will need an attorney who knows how to investigate and apply all necessary defense skills to help you fight back.
• Violent crimes: Violent crimes include manslaughter, murder, attempted murder, arson, kidnapping, and more and rank among the most serious charges anyone can face.
• White-collar crimes: These are generally nonviolent crimes committed for financial gain, such as identity theft, embezzlement, forgery, and various types of fraud against individuals, businesses, and governmental agencies. 

Representation Without Judgment

At KD Trial Lawyers, we don’t judge our clients. We understand that there are two sides to every story. Judging is not our job. Our job is to provide the defense that you need, uphold your rights under the Constitution, and be an effective advocate every step of the way. You deserve a voice, your day in court, and the right to be treated as innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. 

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