Areas of Practice
Violen Crimes - Attempted Murder
In order to be convicted of an attempted murder charge, the prosecution must prove that the defendant acted “deliberately and intentionally or recklessly with extreme disregard for human life.” Mere preparation to commit murder is insufficient to garner an attempted murder conviction, for there must be substantial steps taken by the defendant towards committing the murder. If the victim’s injuries are serious enough, the defendant may be charged with assault with a deadly weapon or attempt to cause grave bodily injury in addition to, or instead of, attempted murder. Whatever the specifics of your case or the charges brought against you, defending your criminal case in the strongest possible way is critical to your freedom and your future. The outcome of any criminal case depends on the facts surrounding the alleged criminal act, the strength of the evidence, the legality of law enforcement and courtroom procedure, and the goals and strategy of the defense. The Law Offices of Jeffery Rubenstein will thoroughly evaluate every aspect of your case when preparing a defense strategy that will ensure the best possible outcome. Contacting us before formal charges are filed can help your case tremendously. Involving an experienced criminal defense attorney in the investigation stage of your case is beneficial for the following reasons:
- To advising you of your rights
- To gathering information about your pending case
- To advising you whether or not to make a statement or to allow your property to be searched
- To help to convince investigators not to move forward with a criminal case
- And much more
If you are currently being investigated or have already been charged with attempted murder, you are probably wondering what you should do. By calling the law offices of Jeffery Rubenstein today at 310-477-2100 or sending an email to jkrlaw@gmail.com, you will be given a free consultation by a former Los Angeles Prosecuting Attorney who is committed to thorough investigation and management of your case, as well as someone who is dedicated to preserving your rights and keeping you informed every step of the way.