Belleville Criminal Trial Attorney
If you have been charged with a crime, you may feel that it is useless to fight against it. But with every offense, from a traffic violation or DWI to criminal sexual assault and murder, the accused is entitled to defend his or her rights.
For a strong defense against all criminal charges, trust your case to me, attorney Paul M. Storment III. Based in Belleville, If you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony in Southern Illinois, let me help you. This covers a range of charges, including:
- Traffic tickets
- DUI/DWI
- Drug violations, including possession, possession with the intent to deliver, delivery and manufacture/cultivation
- Domestic battery and assault
- Armed robberies
- Home invasion
- Sex offenses, including criminal sexual assault
- Murder
An Experienced Advocate Helping To Protect Your Legal Rights
Often, criminal cases will include attempts to get the charged individual out of jail. As your attorney, I will begin working on a bond reduction hearing immediately as well as make efforts to reduce or eliminate charges. Additionally, first steps will include a thorough evaluation of the circumstances in the case. This includes examining police reports, witness testimony, criminal records and other information pertinent to the case. From there, I will present all options to you, as well as potential outcomes, so you can make educated decisions regarding our next steps.
I prepare every case as if it is going to trial, examining the case from multiple angles to build a strong, strategic defense on your behalf. I have more than 25 years of experience trying criminal cases. I have extensive knowledge of court procedures and a good working relationship with state prosecutors. In many cases, I am able to negotiate a plea deal for my clients if it is in their best interests to do so. Otherwise I will work vigorously to present your case to the judge or jury to obtain the desired outcome.
To discuss your charges with an experienced Belleville criminal trial lawyer, call 618-310-0446 or send an email using the online form. After-hours consultations are available by appointment.