Portland Manslaughter Attorney

Fighting Manslaughter Charges

Manslaughter is the crime of killing another person during a reckless act with indifference to human life, or under the influence of extreme emotional disturbance. You can also be charged with manslaughter if your negligence or maltreatment results in the death of a dependent person, or child under the age of 14. It is a Class A felony that is punishable by a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison. Class B manslaughter is the reckless killing of another individual. Causing or aiding another person to commit suicide, or any criminal negligence that leads to the deal of a dependent person or child under 14 years of age is also a Class B manslaughter crime. The minimum mandatory sentencing for Class B manslaughter is 6 years and 3 months in prison.

A Portland criminal defense lawyer should be contacted at once if you have been charged with manslaughter. Hiring a knowledgeable attorney that has experience in manslaughter cases is extremely critical when seeking a favorable outcome to the accusations against you. The Law Office of Donald J. Molnar provides effective legal representation to individuals charged with violent crimes like manslaughter. We are an efficient and highly capable legal firm that works tirelessly on behalf of our clients. Our attorneys will ensure your constitutional rights are safeguarded, and can be relied on to conduct a powerful defense.

Portland Manslaughter Attorney

Manslaughter defense requires strong investigation skills and an extensive network of expert witnesses and other resources that can be utilized to challenge the prosecution's case. Our office will conduct a thorough review of the charges against you and execute an unwavering defense. We are proficient litigators that will attack the evidence against you with tenacity.

Contact a Portland manslaughter lawyer at our office for experienced and resourceful legal representation if you have been charged with manslaughter.