Tucson Criminal Defense Law firm

Jesse Smith has been offering high-quality criminal defense in Tucson to people facing charges in Arizona since 1983. From minor misdemeanors to serious felonies, Mr. Smith provides focused and aggressive criminal defense in pursuit of best possible outcomes for his clients. As a Tucson criminal lawyer, Mr. Smith believes strongly in the Sixth Amendment’s “right to counsel” and dedicates himself to ensuring that his clients' rights are protected.

A Winning Defense Approach

Prior to establishing a practice dedicated to criminal defense in Tucson, Mr. Smith prosecuted cases as a Deputy Pima County Attorney. His experience on the other side of the aisle has informed his approach to defense and helped contribute to outcomes such as dismissed trials, reduced charges and reduced sentencing, and not-guilty verdicts.

Mr. Smith stands with clients throughout every step of the criminal justice process:

• The arrest: If you are arrested, you have the right to an attorney before speaking to the police. Jesse Smith helps ensure that the police do not lead you to do or say anything incriminating.
• The arraignment: After you are booked, you will appear for arraignment and enter a plea. Jesse Smith advises you how to plea or negotiate for a favorable plea bargain.
• The trial: This is where Jesse Smith presents your side of the story to a judge and jury and counters questionable claims from the prosecution.
• The appeal: If you believe that some aspect of your trial was unfair, then Jesse Smith can help you file an appeal

Working with his clients, Jesse Smith develops feasible goals for each case. Sometimes, trial dismissals and not-guilty verdicts are very unlikely; in such cases, Mr. Smith aggressively pursues favorable plea bargains for reduced charges and lighter sentencing.

Contact the criminal defense law firm in Tucson of D. Jesse Smith if you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Arizona. Call (866) 675-8180 or contact us online.