If you need a Milwaukee criminal lawyer, Ahmad & Guerard brings more than two decades of experience representing individuals facing criminal charges in Wisconsin state and federal courts. Being accused or charged with a crime can have serious consequences, and our attorneys work closely with clients to help them understand the charges, their legal rights, and the options available throughout the criminal process.
Our attorneys take a thorough approach to criminal defense. Depending on the circumstances of the case, this may include reviewing police reports and other evidence, investigating the facts, identifying potential constitutional or procedural issues, evaluating the prosecution’s case, and determining what defenses may be available. Ahmad & Guerard works to ensure that each client’s rights are protected throughout every stage of the case.
Our attorneys have experience representing clients in a wide range of criminal matters and understand that every case presents different facts and legal issues. Whether a case can be resolved through negotiations, motions, or requires litigation and trial, our attorneys work with clients to develop a defense strategy based on the circumstances of their case.
If you have been charged with a crime or believe you are under investigation, speaking with a Milwaukee criminal lawyer as early as possible can help you better understand your rights and the legal process ahead. Ahmad & Guerard represents clients facing criminal allegations throughout Milwaukee and Wisconsin.
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The following are examples of the types of criminal cases Ahmad & Guerard handles:
Domestic Violence Cases
- In Wisconsin, domestic violence generally means the commission of a certain type of crime by an adult against a spouse or former spouse, against another adult the person resides with or formerly resided with or against an adult with whom the person has a child in common.
- Domestic violence cases typically include, but are not limited to: battery, disorderly conduct, substantial battery, strangulation/suffocation, criminal damage to property and violation of a restraining order.
Drug Cases
- Drug cases include, but are not limited to: simple possession, possession as a second or subsequent offense, possession with intent to deliver, keeping a drug house, delivery of a controlled substance. Drug cases typically involve the police searching a person, house or car. The lawyers at Ahmad & Guerard will explore every avenue possible, including challenging the constitutionality of the police search, when preparing a defense. Our lawyers have also successfully defended clients accused of drug offenses at trial.
Violent Crime Cases
Violent crime cases involve the use of force or threat of force against another person. These crimes are extremely serious and can carry a maximum possible penalty of up to life in prison. Moreover, if a defendant is convicted of certain violent crimes, the penalty can be so severe that the prison sentence is essentially for life. If you are accused of a violent crime, it is essential that you seek qualified legal counsel to build the best defense possible. Some violent offenses include:
- First Degree Intentional Homicide
- First-Degree Reckless Homicide
- Second Degree Intentional Homicide
- Second Degree Reckless Homicide
- Felony Murder
- First Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety
- Second Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety
- Armed Robbery
- Robbery
- Battery
- Substantial Battery
Sexual Assault Cases
Sexual assault cases are complex, frightening and can carry severe penalties. It is vitally important for a person accused of a sexual assault to consult with a skilled defense attorney immediately. Sexual assault cases needed to be thoroughly investigated by the defense so a defense strategy can be implemented. The lawyers at Ahmad & Guerard are experienced in defending individuals who are accused of various types of sexual assault including:
- First, Second, Third and Fourth Degree Sexual Assault
- Possession of Child Pornography
- Lewd and Lascivious Behavior
- Prostitution
- Solicitation
- Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Property Crime Cases
Property crimes in Wisconsin typically involve a person being accused of damaging or taking someone else’s property. Theses offenses include both misdemeanors and felonies. Some typical property crime offenses include:
- Theft
- Retail theft
- Criminal Damage to Property
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Burglary
