Washington, DC Criminal Defense Lawyer

Being arrested is a long way from being convicted. But the government starts building its case right away, and what you do in the first few days often decides how the rest of it goes. It helps to have a lawyer who knows how DC Superior Court actually runs.

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The Law Office of Jacobie K. Whitley PLLC represents people facing criminal charges in Washington, DC. Every case starts with the same question: what can the government actually prove?​

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Charges Handled

Misdemeanor and felony offenses. Drug possession and distribution charges. DUI and traffic-related offenses. Assault and weapons charges. Theft and property offenses. Probation violations and post-conviction matters.

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What Representation Looks Like

You will always know where your case stands. That means a plain explanation of the charges, what outcomes are realistic, and the reasoning behind a decision before it gets made. Cases get checked for problems with the stop, the search, and the questioning, and for weak spots in the government's evidence. If a plea is the better deal, you will hear that. If the case should be tried, it gets worked up for trial.​

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If You Have Been Arrested

You do not have to explain yourself to the police, and talking to them very rarely helps. Call a lawyer before you speak to investigators. The number is 202-499-2403, or you can book an initial consultation online.