Olathe Criminal Defense Lawyer
Aggressive Defense for Misdemeanor and Felony Charges in Olathe, KS
A criminal charge is a life changing event that can affect you dramatically. Finding yourself in jail facing the hard fact of needing to defend yourself to keep out of jail is a frightening turn of events in anyone's life. This is not a situation you want to face alone or with a public defender to help you. You need a competent and experienced Olathe criminal defense attorney who has the skill and knowledge to present a strong defense on your behalf.
My firm, the Law Office of John E. Harvell, P.A., is a well established and professional criminal defense law firm in Olathe. I have been assisting clients in Olathe, Kansas and Johnson County for over 20 years with their criminal defense needs. As a former prosecutor and judge, I have the trial experience you want in someone fighting for your rights. Don't let the criminal justice system overwhelm you; get someone on your side who can effectively defend you. I can represent you in the face of virtually any type of misdemeanor or felony offense in Kansas. I also handle
traffic cases such as
driving on a suspended license or driving without
insurance and more serious offenses such as
DUI and
DWI. I have the know-how to represent clients in state and
juvenile court for crimes ranging from
marijuana possession to
manslaughter and everything in between. Some of my key areas of practice in the field of criminal defense include, but are not limited to:
boating while intoxicated,
domestic violence,
drug crimes,
methamphetamine charges,
theft,
burglary,
aggravated battery,
minor in possession or consumption of alcohol,
kidnapping,
disorderly conduct,
resisting arrest and
white collar offenses. I also assist clients who have been accused of
probation violations and offer counsel in clearing criminal records through
expungement.
I believe - and prove on a regular basis - that my experience with three different sides of legal proceedings enables me to be a more effective criminal defense lawyer. I understand how the prosecuting attorney will think and act. I know that it takes to be a judge. I use this experience to build compelling defense strategies that more effectively protect my clients' rights and present their side of the story in court. I understand how to communicate with the jury to help them get a clear picture of my clients' innocence. I know how to present evidence in a clear manner and am skilled in examining and cross-examining witnesses. Every step I take is made strategically to seek the best possible result for each client I help.
Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Olathe and Johnson County, Kansas
The penalties for a conviction of your crime can be severe and impact the rest of your life. Jail or prison time, harsh fines, possible mandatory drug or anger management classes, loss of driving privileges are all possibilities with a criminal conviction. Taking immediate steps to begin the investigation into your charges is crucial if you are to win your case. My firm will meticulously review every aspect of your arrest, evidence, any testing done for alcohol or drugs, witness statements and police investigation conducted. With the expertise I have garnered as a former prosecutor, I can review this information with an eye to picking apart their case. My goal as your attorney is to obtain the best possible result for your circumstances, whether it is a reduced charge, plea bargain, dismissal or getting you off at trial.
I always offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case with you. Call me to schedule your appointment today. This is your opportunity to find out more about what options are available to you in fighting your charges, what you are up against at this point in time and what I can do as an attorney to assist you. All is not necessarily lost because you have been arrested or charged with a crime. You have the right to an attorney - exercise that right by contacting my office as soon as possible.
Contact an Olathe criminal defense lawyer to get the legal representation you need to fight your charges.
We also serve residents of Overland Park, Prarie Village, Shawnee, Leawood, Lenexa, Lansing, Mission and Mission Hills.
Office Address:
108 East Cedar Street
Olathe, Kansas 66061