DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorney

Michael Stefanos is a DuPage County criminal defense attorney who provides experienced criminal defense representation to people accused of committing a crime anywhere in DuPage County. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or a felony charge, he can help you get a fair result.

Understand Your Charges Before You Plead Guilty

Many people think their only option is to plead guilty, either because the prosecutor persuades them that this is their best option or because they have some culpability. The problem is that you may be pleading guilty to a charge that the prosecution cannot prove or to a crime you didn’t commit. Furthermore, many people assume that cooperating by pleading guilty means that the judge and the prosecutor will be lenient with them. Unfortunately, they discover their mistake once it is too late.

Before you plead guilty, talk to a DuPage County criminal defense attorney. They can explain the charges you are facing and what possible outcomes you may be facing. They can help you understand your options and whether it is in your best interest to plead guilty or demand a trial.

A DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorney Can Handle Your Plea Negotiations

If going to trial is not the best option for you or the prosecution has offered you a plea deal, it is important to recognize that you don’t know what constitutes a fair resolution. Prosecutors may be offering a plea agreement because they do not have the evidence they need to support your charges. Alternatively, they may ask you to plead guilty to a crime you didn’t commit.

DuPage criminal defense attorney Michael Stefanos is an experienced negotiator who knows how to get his clients the best plea agreement. He can provide you with counsel throughout the plea agreement process as to what penalties would be fair and what you can hope to achieve. Without legal counsel, you are at the mercy of the prosecution, who is not looking out for your best interests.

Aggressive Criminal Defense Representation Inside and Outside the Courtroom

Prosecutors try to intimidate defendants into pleading guilty, even when their case isn’t nearly as strong as they want you to believe. DuPage criminal defense attorney Michael Stefanos knows that your future is at stake and that even a conviction for a minor offense can carry long-term consequences. That’s why he fights hard for you from day one. From arraignment to trial, we challenge the prosecution every step of the way. You can count on us to advocate for your rights until you get a fair result.

Charged with a Crime? Contact DuPage County Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Stefanos

If you have been charged with a crime, every minute you wait to get the help you need works to the prosecution’s advantage. From traffic offenses to serious felonies, a DuPage County criminal defense attorney is here to help. Contact us today via phone or email to schedule a free consultation, and let’s discuss what we can do to put your charges behind you.

We represent clients all over DuPage County, including Addison, Aurora, Bartlett, Bensenville, Bloomingdale, Bolingbrook, Burr Ridge, Carol Stream, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Glendale Heights, Itasca, Lemont, Lisle, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace, Roselle, Schaumburg, St. Charles, Villa Park, Warrenville, Wayne Chicago, West Chicago, Westmont, Wheaton, Willowbrook, Winfield, Wood Dale, and Woodridge.