Criminal Defense Attorney in San Jose
A detailed understanding of the prosecutor's perspective is necessary in defending a criminal case. Attorney Brian Madden served as a prosecutor for several years, trying 65 jury trials in the process, including murder trials.
He left the prosecution side after recognizing that his true calling and his professional passion was to help those who have been charged with crimes. He knows, understands and communicates well with people, including judges, jury members, clients and witnesses. His vast experience allows him to evaluate a case accurately and to understand the line of defense that is most likely to result in an outcome that is favorable to his client.
Contact Brian Madden to discuss your particular criminal defense need.
A criminal case can result in any one of a number of outcomes.
- Dismissal: Sometimes, a case will not be filed by the prosecution even though a suspect has been arrested. Sometimes an experienced defense lawyer can convince a prosecutor to dismiss a case shortly after it is filed. An experienced defense lawyer knows what to look for: insufficient evidence; questionable eyewitness reports; law enforcement error; illegally seized evidence.
- Plea Bargain: When the evidence indicates that a guilty verdict at trial seems likely, it is often in the best interests of a defendant to accept responsibility at a pre-trial stage, often with conditions to be negotiated one-on-one with a prosecutor or judge. It is important for a person facing criminal charges to have an experienced and effective attorney conduct these negotiations.
- Trial: Some cases cannot be settled and must be tried. It is important to have an attorney who has had extensive experience trying cases and who spends the time needed to thoroughly investigate the facts and research the law.
- Other outcomes: A defense attorney must strive to ensure that any penalties imposed are the minimal attainable in each case.
Contact Brian Madden to schedule a consultation regarding any of the following criminal matters:
- Drug Offenses
- White Collar Crime
- Expungement
- Internet Crimes
- Juvenile Crimes
- DUI
- Spousal Abuse / Domestic Violence
- Assault & Battery
- Child Molestation
- Sex Crimes
- Child Pornography
- Theft / Embezzlement
- Robbery / Burglary
- Homicide / Murder / Manslaughter
Contact a Dedicated San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal defense is attorney Brian Madden's sole focus at Madden & Redding. It is his lifelong vocation and career. Clients of Brian Madden are reassured of his current legal knowledge and zealous advocacy on behalf of each client.
Contact Brian Madden to schedule an initial consultation with no further obligation.