Charged With A Crime? You Don't Have To Prove A Thing

Every American hears it at some point in their life – innocent until proven guilty. But often times the criminal justice system makes it feel like criminal defendants have their innocence to prove. The system, from initial investigations to the feeling of a courtroom when making a routine court appearance, can make it feel like the prosecution is waiting to be told why you are innocent, and what evidence you have to prove it.

This gets it all wrong. It is a cornerstone of our system – with all of the freedoms everyone enjoys – that prosecutors, representing the government, are required to prove every criminal defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. No matter the crime that is charged, the evidence must be produced by the prosecutors that show why, and how, a defendant is guilty. This should be a difficult task to make sure innocent defendants don’t get wrongfully convicted and have their freedoms taken from them. Unfortunately, not having a criminal defense attorney involved can make the prosecutor’s job easier, and make it seem like the government needs to be convinced of your innocence.

If you’ve been charged with a crime, the team at Breeze Westhoff will stand up for your rights and ensure that prosecutors and the system they represent seek justice and not a cheap win.