Olathe Criminal Lawyer
A criminal charge is a life changing event that can affect you dramatically. Finding yourself in jail facing the hard fact that you need a proper defense to keep out of jail is a frightening turn of events in anyone's life. This is not a situation you want to face alone or with a public defender to help you. You need a competent and experienced attorney who has the skill and knowledge to present a strong defense on your behalf.
My firm, The Law Office of John Harvell, is a well-established and professional criminal defense law firm in Olathe. I have the trial experience you want in someone fighting for your rights or to help clear your record altogether through expungement.
Why Choose John Harvell?
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Build Compelling Defense Strategies That More Effectively Protect My Clients' Rights
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Highly Knowledgeable Regarding All Major Updates to Kansas DUI Laws
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Former Prosecutor, Understanding Both Sides of The Courtroom
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Nearly 30 Years Representing Clients Throughout Kansas
Aggressive Defense In Johnson County, KS
I have the know-how to represent clients in state and juvenile court for crimes ranging from marijuana possession to manslaughter and everything in between. Some of my key areas of practice in the field of criminal defense include violent crimes such as kidnapping, aggravated battery, and burglary.
- I understand how to communicate with the jury to help them get a clear picture of my clients' innocence.
- I know how to present evidence in a clear manner and am skilled in examining and cross-examining witnesses.
- Every step I take is made strategically to seek the best possible result for each client I help.
- I believe - and prove on a regular basis - that my experience with three different sides of legal proceedings enables me to be a more effective
- criminal defense lawyer.
The penalties for a conviction of your crime can be severe and impact the rest of your life. Jail or prison time, harsh fines, possible mandatory drug or anger management classes, loss of driving privileges are all possibilities with a criminal conviction. Taking immediate steps to begin the investigation into your charges is crucial if you are to win your case.
Unparalleled Dedication to My Clients
My firm will meticulously review every aspect of your case including the arrest process, evidence, any testing done for alcohol or drugs, witness statements and police investigation conducted. With my experience as a former prosecutor, I can review this information with an eye for investigating the details of your case. My goal as your attorney is to obtain the best possible result for your circumstances, whether it is a reduced charge, plea bargain, dismissal or getting you off at trial.
Call me to schedule your appointment or consultation today. This is your opportunity to find out more about what options are available to you in fighting your charges, what you are up against at this point in time and what I can do as an attorney to assist you. All is not necessarily lost because you have been charged with a crime.
You have the right to an attorney - exercise that right as soon as possible. Call today.
Client Testimonials
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When anybody asks me if I know an attorney, I always have and will tell them, John Harvell.- CK
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very reassuring, confident, and personally invested in helping me with the legal issues- MW
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He is a miracle worker!!!- J.N.
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We certainly appreciate you guiding us through this journey.- JM
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gave me time to come up with the money and got all the cases off my record.- RD
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After I hired Mr. Harvell, he contacted my witnesses and convinced the prosecution that charges should be dismissed.- MM
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...the prosecutor agreed to withdraw the motion.- CP
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My work requires a security clearance, and it was very important that I did not receive a conviction for this matter.- AT