Being charged with a crime is stressful and frightening, and the consequences reach far beyond the courtroom — a conviction can affect your career, your housing, your insurance, and your reputation. You deserve a Spokane criminal defense attorney who takes those stakes seriously.
We defend clients aggressively, challenge the State's evidence, and work to protect your rights at every stage. Our goal in every criminal case is a dismissal.
Charges we defend
- Domestic violence and assault
- Drug possession and distribution
- Theft, shoplifting, and property crimes
- Protection order violations
- Misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felonies
Protecting your rights and your future
We examine how evidence was gathered, whether your constitutional rights were respected, and whether the State can actually prove each element of the charge. When we can, we move to suppress evidence or dismiss the case outright; when a case must be resolved, we negotiate to minimize the consequences that follow you.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I'm charged with a crime in Spokane?
Speak with a criminal defense attorney before talking to police or prosecutors. Anything you say can be used against you, and early legal advice can significantly affect the outcome.
What's the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Felonies are more serious crimes carrying potential prison time and longer-lasting consequences, while misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors carry lesser penalties. Both can have lasting effects on your record.
Can a charge be dismissed?
Sometimes, yes. Dismissal may be possible when evidence was obtained improperly, your rights were violated, or the State cannot prove its case. We pursue dismissal wherever the facts allow.
Ready to talk through your situation?
Reach a Schwab Law attorney in Spokane today.