Manslaughter
Aggressive representation in Hampton Roads for Manslaughter Charges
Manslaughter is the killing of another person without malice. Manslaughter comes in two forms in Virginia, voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter comes in many forms, but often involves a killing arising in the heat of passion, or an accidental killing as a result of mutual combat. Involuntary manslaughter is a killing contrary to the intent of the parties involved, and involves some degree of criminal negligence. Manslaughter is a felony in Virginia, and carries the potential for significant incarceration. However, the fact that the actions of an individual resulted in the death of another does not necessarily give rise to a manslaughter conviction. The Commonwealth's Attorney must prove either criminal negligence or knowing participation in mutual combat or a similar enterprise. Manslaughter is a very serious felony, and anyone facing this charge must seek aggressive counsel.
Hampton and Virginia Beach Manslaughter Lawyer
If you or someone you love have been charged with manslaughter, you absolutely must have an experienced and aggressive criminal attorney on your case. These cases can be won through aggressive represention, but you must act quickly to secure whatever favorable evidence may be available. Call our office today, we will conduct a free consultation and let you know what we can do to help. We have offices in Hampton and Virginia Beach, and we represent clients facing drug charges in Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake.