"ABCD" - A BETTER CRIMINAL DEFENSE : MARYLAND & D.C.'s CHARLES JEROME WARE, LLC

www.charlesjeromeware.com                    "Here to make a Difference."


Charles Jerome Ware is a premier, nationally-recognized and respected, criminal defense and civil defense attorney. For an initial courtesy consultation with defense attorney Charles Ware, contact him at (410) 720-6129. He can help you.


Every criminal charge should be important to the person being charged. And, generally, unlike small claims court or generic traffic court, self-representation should not be an option for a criminal defendant. Particularly if the person charged with a crime is facing possible serious penalties or jail time, competent criminal defense legal representation is highly recommended. Criminal convictions are disruptive to both personal lives as well as careers.


Some recommendations I have for the criminal defendant as well as his or her criminal defense attorney(s) are as follows--- in no specific order of priority :


(1) To the defendant, be active and helpful with your attorney in preparing your defense --- including securing defense witnesses and preparing for cross-examination of the prosecution's witnesses.
(2) For both the defendant as well as defense counsel , the 3 broad keys to " a better criminal defense"
 are  preparation, preparation, and preparation.
(3) Prudent defense attorneys usually, if possible, pursue with both the client and the prosecution some pre-trial solution to the case, including dismissal, a lesser plea, etc.
(4)  People-oriented defense attempt, if possible, to help the client with the emotions that come with serious criminal cases. Defense attorneys should not, however, to be professional therapists to the client.
(5) As best as practicable, good defense attorneys attempt to provide the client with "reality checks" concerning their case.
(6) Good defense point out to the client the important rules, law, and procedures involved in the case.
(7) Good defense attorneys navigate adeptly their cases through the procedural maze of the legal system.
(8) Wise defense counsel accept the cases at the fee rates that allow them the necessary time and effort to properly expend on the cases.
(9) Prudent defense counsel seek and identify the necessary outside assistance called for to properly defend the client.
(10) Good defense counsel actually care about the client.