Dayton Murder Defense Lawyer
It is never more important to hire an experienced lawyer than when you are facing murder charges. Your life and freedom hang in the balance. At Patituce & Associates, LLC, our team is made up of former prosecutors with more than 70 years of combined legal experience and 200 jury trials under our belts. We leverage this considerable experience to protect our client’s rights and freedom.
Contact us today so we can discuss the aggressive steps we can take to protect you against these serious charges.
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What You Can Expect from Our Dayton Murder Defense Lawyers
When you hire Patituce & Associates, LLC, you can count on our team to:
- Visit the scene of the crime and conduct an in-depth investigation
- Interview witnesses who saw the crime, another suspect, or relevant facts related to your defense
- Determine potential defenses that may apply in your case, such as an alibi or self-defense
- Handle any requests from law enforcement
- Discuss any offered plea bargain and our honest assessment of whether you should accept it
If you decide to take your case to trial, you can count on us to mount a vigorous defense on your behalf.
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Our Dayton Murder Defense Lawyers Handle All Types of Homicide Cases
Our Dayton murder defense lawyers can handle the most serious homicide cases, including:
- Murder (O.R.C. 2903.02) – Murder in Ohio is defined as purposefully taking the life of another person or fetus or causing death as a proximate result of committing certain types of crimes.
- Aggravated Murder (O.R.C. 2903.01) – A conviction for aggravated murder can expose you to the most serious criminal penalties possible in Ohio. This crime occurs when you intentionally planned to kill another person, you killed someone while committing certain violent crimes like kidnapping or rape, or if the victim was part of a protected group.
- Voluntary Manslaughter (O.R.C. 2903.03) – Voluntary manslaughter charges can be brought when you knowingly cause the death of another person while under the influence of sudden passion or while in a sudden fit of rage. Due to the heightened emotional state, the offense is not punished as harshly as murder.
- Involuntary Manslaughter (O.R.C. 2903.04) – Involuntary manslaughter is the unintentional killing of another person while committing a felony or misdemeanor.
- Reckless Homicide (O.R.C. 2903.041) – If you engaged in reckless behavior that ultimately caused the death of another person, you can face charges for reckless homicide.
- Negligent Homicide (O.R.C. 2903.05) – Negligent homicide is a crime in Ohio that is charged when a person accidentally kills another with a deadly weapon or similar item, such as during a hunting accident.
- Vehicular Homicide or Manslaughter (O.R.C. 2903.06) – This statute addresses three different crimes, all of which involve killing someone else with a vehicle. The charge you may face depends on the factors surrounding the accident.
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Potential Penalties for Homicide OffensesThe offenses described above vary widely with respect to potential penalties. You can face probation all the way up to life in prison for a conviction. Contact a skilled criminal defense lawyer to learn about the defenses that might be available in your case.
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- Martha L.
Seeking representation for federal charges against my husband led me to engage with an attorney from this firm. Swiftly connected with Joe Patituce, we made the decision to enlist his services that very day, a choice we're grateful for.
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- Cora B.
Their friendly and approachable team provided unwavering support. They worked diligently to build a robust defense, ensuring my side of the story was heard and considered!!!
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- Former Client
Cate Purdum was present, attentive, always returned my calls (I had attorneys before who never call you back), answered my questions and never ignored my calls. If I ever need an attorney in the future I will definitely go back to her.
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- Roberto M.
Catherine Meehan did an amazing job. Very responsive, friendly, and obviously very good with words. She kept me out of jail and home with my kiddo. For that I can't ever repay the favor. Much appreciated hope I never need your assistance again but if so I'll definitely give you a call. Thank you again.
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- Thomas S.
I am very satisfied with Rachelle and Joe they were talking me through my whole case and when I told them I wanted a trial they agreed and said let’s go to trial with out hesitation they were very professional and I couldn’t ask for a better law firm to have my back in my court case thank you Rachelle and Joe I highly recommend them to everybody
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- Levi G.
Joe helped my brother beat a serious RICO charge. He is simply the best criminal defense lawyer out there, and provides a clear-cut path to victory. I am extremely impressed and thankful for the hard work and dedication the team at Patituce & Associates put in on this case. It feels great to come out on the winning side, and not have to sweat a thing during the whole process. I highly recommend hiring Joe and his expert staff if you ever find yourself in any legal trouble. Thank you Joe!
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So kind and helpful! Don’t know what I would’ve done without him. Joe was kind and informative throughout the whole- Maddy P.
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- Glenn G.
I engaged Joe Patituce's services for my DUI case in Rocky River, and I couldn't have made a better choice. He and his team demonstrated excellence throughout, managing my case with remarkable skill and professionalism.
Contact Our Top-Rated Dayton Murder Defense Lawyers
If you are facing murder charges, immediately at any time, day or night. We provide a free and confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights and options.
Contact us today to get started.
