Los Angeles Murder Defense Attorney

Defending Murder Charges in Southern California

Murder is the most serious criminal offense that an individual may be accused of. In California, a murder conviction may even result in the death penalty, if not life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

David D. Diamond is a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer, serving the Los Angeles area. Even if you are facing capital felony charges for first degree murder, attorney Diamond has the experience and knowledge to help you. It will require hard work, dedication and extensive resources to build a strong defense strategy on your behalf, and Los Angeles criminal defense attorney David Diamond can provide all of these. Through the life of your case, you will have a strong, competent legal professional at your side to protect your rights and secure your freedom.

Murder Charges in Los Angeles, California

Murder occurs when a person causes the unlawful death of another. As opposed to manslaughter, which is a lesser charge and may be unintentional or caused by negligence, murder is often pre-planned and intentional. A defendant may face murder charges even when a death is accidental, if it occurs during the commission of a felony offense. This is covered under what is commonly referred to as the "felony murder rule".

Depending upon the specific offense, murder may be classified in the first degree or second degree. First degree murder is punishable by death or life in prison without the possibility of parole. Second degree murder may be punishable by up to 25 years to life in prison. Specific penalties, however, will vary depending upon the particular case and the jurisdiction.

Challenging allegations of murder can be increasingly difficult. However, it is important to remember that there are still definite actions that your attorney can take in building a defense that offers you the best opportunity at a positive case outcome. At the very least, your attorney can negotiate with the prosecution in order to have the murder charges reduced to manslaughter, where the penalties are much less severe. Your lawyer can also explore such strategies as proving you were acting in self-defense or in defense of others. Regardless of your particular case, a complete investigation and independent analysis of evidence can uncover important information that alters the course of your Los Angeles murder case.

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer

With the right Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer at your side, you have the chance to fight your murder charges and WIN. Allow an experienced attorney at Diamond & Associates to review your case and determine what the firm can do to help. We offer a free initial consultation with a Los Angeles murder defense lawyer to help you get started.

Contact a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney at Diamond & Associates today!