A defendant charged with a homicide faces a lifetime of incarceration, or in some cases, death. You need an attorney who is determined and serious about fighting for you, and who has the experience and knowledge to succeed. The Law Offices of Frank J. Riccio LLC defends individuals in the criminal justice system and we are true advocates for the rights of defendants charged with homicide.
A homicide investigation often involves the collection and analysis of extensive scientific evidence. Because jurors tend to put substantial faith in the reliability and conclusiveness of science, forensic evidence is one of the most powerful tools in the courtroom. During our meticulous review of autopsy records, blood splatter and gun powder analyses, firearm tests, DNA reports and other hard scientific documents, we can often turn the prosecution’s evidence into a persuasive defense tactic. We are skilled at finding mistakes, inconsistencies and gaps when deposing the prosecution’s medical examiners, firearm experts, DNA specialists and fingerprint examiners. We match the state’s experts with highly educated, knowledgeable forensic scientists who dispute the claims against you.
The prosecution must show the element of intent for a first-degree murder conviction. Disproving intent can lower the degree of the charge and minimize the sentence imposed. We strategize whether it is in our client’s best interest to request a lesser-included lower degree homicide charge as an option for the jury.
Call The Law Offices of Frank J. Riccio LLC at 203-333-6135 or contact us online to schedule your consultation at our Bridgeport, Connecticut office.