Manslaughter

Manslaughter Defense Attorneys in Tempe

Despite being the least severe form of homicide charges, a conviction of manslaughter can land you in prison for years, result in extensive fines, and permanently destroy your reputation. Our legal team at Oliverson & Huss Law PLLC has the experience, knowledge, and skills you need on your side.

What Is Manslaughter?

Charges of manslaughter can be brought in several circumstances:

• Killing another in a crime of passion
• Assisting another in committing suicide
• Killing another while under coercion
• Unintentionally killing another through reckless behavior
• Killing an unborn child by injuring the pregnant mother

Manslaughter is a felony. Those who face charges are often held in jail without bail and can be the subject of intense media attention. At Oliverson & Huss Law PLLC, our Tempe trial attorneys understand the stress and trauma of facing manslaughter accusations and will handle your case with the utmost discretion, professionalism, and care.

Common Defenses for Manslaughter

At trial, the prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. There are several legal defenses for manslaughter charges that could be effective in your case.

These defenses include but are not limited to:

• Mistake of fact
• Mistaken identity
• Self-defense
• Defense of another
• Insanity

Penalties for Manslaughter

Under Arizona law, a conviction for manslaughter will include a minimum of 4 years in prison and a maximum of ten. The length of the sentence imposed is affected by your criminal record, your standing in the community, your cooperation with the prosecution, and other factors. Our firm is dedicated to protecting the rights of the criminally accused and will pursue every legal avenue. We have the experience and legal acumen necessary to fight charges.

Let Us Help

If you have been charged with manslaughter in Tempe, your future and freedom are at stake. With so much at risk, you need legal representation from a talented criminal defense attorney who will do everything legally possible to reduce the damage to your life.

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