Maryland Criminal Lawyer

A committed legal professional, Colleen Kirby is a former prosecutor and a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the Howard County Bar Association, and the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association. A dedicated advocate for defendants in Maryland criminal cases, she carefully evaluates each case to consider every possible defense strategy. Whether negotiating a reduced charge, arguing for dismissal, or aggressively fighting for an acquittal at trial, she handles each case with the passion and skill necessary to achieve a positive outcome.

Without a Maryland criminal lawyer to guide you through the criminal justice system, being charged with a crime can be frightening and intimidating. If you have been charged with a crime, the first step in protecting your rights, your freedom, and your future is contacting a criminal defense attorney. Your lawyer will not only build a case for your defense, but will also advise you on appropriate actions and protect you from mistakes that may jeopardize your case.

Consequences of a criminal conviction create a ripple effect that extends far beyond the legal ramifications. Fines and jail or prison sentences are immediate legal consequences. Though these penalties are considered paid upon completion, certain aspects of the criminal conviction linger. Lengthy probation can affect ones freedoms and privileges and can mandate time consuming treatment programs and community service. A criminal conviction carries a stigma that can have a devastating impact on one’s relationships with family members and friends. A criminal record can inhibit employment opportunities or student status, and it can make it difficult to secure housing or a financial loan.

Losing immigration status, security clearance, and custody of your children are all possible outcomes of a criminal conviction that can affect you for a lifetime. To help you avoid conviction or minimize the impact of a criminal conviction, consult a qualified lawyer to discuss your defense options.

An experienced lawyer understands the severity of a criminal charge and the lingering effects of a criminal conviction. Criminal defense attorney Colleen Kirby is dedicated to providing quality legal representation to those charged with crimes in Maryland. Handling minor misdemeanors and complex felony cases, Colleen Kirby will treat your case with discretion and will diligently build the strongest defense possible.

Maryland Criminal Defense

Criminal charges include both misdemeanor felony offenses. A misdemeanor carries a possible jail sentence of up to one year and jail, while a felony carries a prison sentence ranging from a year up to life in prison. Though a misdemeanor is deemed to be a minor offense, there is nothing minor about a year behind bars, unemployed and separated from one’s family and friends. Regardless of the crime with which you have been charged, you deserve high quality legal representation and assertive defense from a skilled Maryland criminal lawyer.

Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony, it is important to hire a Maryland criminal lawyer with experience defending against your specific charge.

Cases handled by Colleen Kirby include:

• Assault
• DUI/DWI
• Domestic Violence
• Drug Charges
• Theft
• Traffic Violations
• Probation Violations

From traffic offenses such as driving with a suspended license, driving without insurance or registration, and DUI to serious drug crimes and violent crimes including felony assault, Ms. Kirby handles each case with a focus on providing quality results.

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Maryland

Colleen Kirby’s office in Ellicott City, Maryland, is located conveniently near the Howard County District Court. As a Maryland criminal lawyer, Kirby defends not only clients charged in Howard County, but those charged in counties throughout central Maryland:

• Anne Arundel County
• Baltimore
• Baltimore County
• Harford County
• Howard County
• Prince George's County

In order to begin dealing with the charges against you, retain the services of a skilled Maryland criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible after you have been arrested or as soon as you suspect you are being investigated. Your lawyer will ensure that your Constitutional rights are protected throughout the process, and her early involvement will help you avoid costly mistakes when speaking to police and investigators. For criminal defense, contact Maryland criminal lawyer Colleen Kirby at (410) 441-5005 for a free consultation of your case.