Business Details
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Tacoma, WA
At The Law Offices Of Morgan Fletcher Benfield P, we specialize in criminal defense representation across Washington State. Our practice focuses on protecting clients' rights through personalized legal strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances. With offices in Tacoma and Seattle, we provide free consultations to understand client goals and develop defense plans that may involve negotiating dismissals, reduced charges, or trial representation.Our team emphasizes transparency in fee structures, offering flat-rate pricing and flexible payment options while maintaining 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters. We combine local court system knowledge with meticulous attention to detail in defending against DUI, domestic violence, sex crimes, felony charges, and other criminal accusations.
Services
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Sex Crimes
Felony Charges
Drug Crimes
Highlights and features
- We offer free and confidential case evaluations for all criminal charges
- Our team provides 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- We focus exclusively on criminal defense with local court knowledge
- We negotiate for charge reductions and dismissals with proven success
- Transparent flat-fee pricing with flexible payment options available
What people say
Charges dismissed
No jail time
Aggressive representation
Successful negotiations
Case dismissals
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense practice handles Washington State driving under the influence cases from initial consultation through trial. We challenge evidence admissibility, question sobriety test reliability, and negotiate for license reinstatement. Clients receive guidance through arraignment, pre-trial hearings, and motion proceedings while we develop defense strategies targeting charge reduction or dismissal based on case-specific circumstances.
Domestic Violence
We defend against domestic violence accusations by scrutinizing evidence consistency and exploring self-defense claims. Our approach addresses both criminal penalties and collateral consequences like protective orders. We represent clients through pre-trial negotiations seeking diversion programs or reduced charges while preparing for trial representation when necessary to protect clients' reputations and future freedoms.
Sex Crimes
Our sex crime defense focuses on minimizing lifelong registration requirements and social stigma. We challenge accusers' credibility, investigate evidence collection procedures, and develop defense strategies targeting charge dismissal or reduction. We handle cases involving sexual assault allegations, indecent exposure accusations, and related charges while protecting clients' constitutional rights throughout the legal process.
Felony Charges
We defend against Washington State felony charges by examining evidence admissibility and developing defense strategies targeting charge reduction or dismissal. Our practice explores alternative sentencing options like treatment programs while preparing for trial representation. We address both immediate penalties and long-term consequences including employment restrictions and firearm rights limitations.
Drug Crimes
Our drug crime defense challenges evidence collection procedures and lab report accuracy. We negotiate for diversion program participation or charge reduction while exploring alternative sentencing options. The practice addresses both misdemeanor and felony drug possession, sales, and delivery charges under Washington's Uniform Controlled Substance Act, focusing on minimizing criminal record impacts.
People
The Law Offices Of Morgan Fletcher Benfield P
Attorney
The Law Offices Of Morgan Fletcher Benfield P graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Law with distinction in trial advocacy. He combines federal litigation training with local court experience to defend Washington residents against criminal charges, focusing on DUI, domestic violence, and felony cases.
Questions
What criminal defense services do you offer in Washington State?
We handle DUI defense, domestic violence cases, sex crime accusations, felony charges, and drug crime defense across Tacoma, Seattle, and surrounding counties.
Do you offer free consultations for criminal charges?
Yes, we provide complimentary case evaluations to discuss your criminal charges and develop defense strategies tailored to your specific situation.
How do your legal fees work for criminal defense cases?
We use transparent flat-fee pricing with flexible payment options, including sliding scale arrangements for eligible clients facing criminal charges.
Are you available for urgent legal matters outside business hours?
Our criminal defense team maintains 24/7 availability to address urgent legal concerns related to arrests or ongoing investigations.
What areas of Washington do you serve for criminal defense?
We represent clients in Tacoma, Seattle, and throughout Pierce, King, and Snohomish counties for various criminal defense matters.
How long do criminal defense cases typically take to resolve?
Case duration varies based on complexity, but we work to resolve matters efficiently through pre-trial negotiations while preparing for trial representation when necessary.
