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If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Priceville, Alabama, the good news is that such offenses are misdemeanors or violations. The cases carry a maximum penalty of 365 days in jail. If you have been charged in Priceville, it is a good idea to have an experienced criminal defense lawyer when charged with a city offense.

Do I even need to hire a lawyer?

Yes, you need to hire an attorney to represent you if you want to avoid a conviction on your permanent criminal record. A conviction will show up on your criminal background check, and that will prevent you from getting a job or renting an apartment. You need to speak with a criminal defense attorney who has experience working in Priceville City Court.

HOW DOES PRICEVILLE, AL CITY COURT, WORK?

Normally, there are two appearances for Priceville, Alabama Municipal Court matters. The first appearance is usually listed as an arraignment docket, where you can plead guilty or not guilty. If you settle your case, you are done. If you plead guilty or are found guilty, the judge will impose your sentence (e.g., fine, jail, license suspension, etc…) The second court date is normally a trial docket where you can try your case in front of the Municipal Judge. If you win your case, you are finished. If you lose your case, you can appeal it to the Morgan County Circuit Court for a jury trial.

There are only two words you need to know: not guilty. The court magistrate or court personnel will then schedule your second appearance, which is a trial date. The prosecutor does plea bargain with you at the first appearance. More than 99% of all cases are resolved before trial. Plea bargaining is the norm in Hartselle Municipal Court. Prosecutors are given discretion to settle the case in their best judgment.

Defending clients in Priceville Municipal Court

Ferguson & Ferguson has over a decade of experience fighting for the rights of clients in Priceville Municipal Court in Morgan County, Alabama. Municipal courts in Alabama hear a wide range of matters, including traffic violations, DUIs, drug charges and several municipal ordinance violations. If you have been charged in Priceville Municipal Court, choose the experienced attorneys who have handled over 1,500 criminal cases. Our law firm has over 65 years of experience representing individuals charged with municipal court violations such as traffic violations, drug violations, and other minor criminal offenses in the municipal courts of Alabama.

Why Hire Ferguson and Ferguson

Have you been charged with a criminal offense in Hartselle, Alabama? Are you searching for the “best criminal defense attorney near me” or the “best criminal defense lawyer in Priceville, Alabama? Mishandling of a municipal court charge can result in a conviction on your record, thousands of dollars of unnecessary fines and costs, suspension of your driver’s license and up to 365 days in jail. Furthermore, in Alabama, it stays on your record forever unless you expunge it. Our criminal defense lawyers have been municipal judges or magistrates and have handled thousands of criminal cases.

Municipal Violations

Our attorney’s handle the following Huntsville municipal court violations, including, but not limited to:

Resisting Arrest
Disorderly Conduct
Probation Violations
Shop Lifting/TOP 4th
Following too closely
Unsafe lane change
Trespass
Public Drunkenness
Traffic Violations
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Domestic Violence
Driving with a Revoked or Suspended License
Driving without Insurance
Reckless Driving
Drug Possession and Paraphernalia
Speeding Tickets

Should you have a matter pending before the Priceville Municipal Courts and have any questions, feel free to call us now. Call 256-350-7200. We can help by getting your case dismissed, getting you into a pre-trial intervention program, negotiating your case to a lesser offense or winning your case at trial. We are here to help.

Decatur Office Location:
211 Oak Street, NE
Decatur, AL 35601

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

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You cannot get any better than Jackie.

“You cannot get any better than Jackie. Completely professional, fair, understanding and trustworthy. We were facing an almost impossible situation but with Jackie’s tenacity and God’s grace it all turned in our favor. I highly recommend Jackie Ferguson Graham.”

- Shane

Very professional and courteous.

“Very professional and courteous. They kept me informed and walked things through step by step. Took care of my case in a timely manner as well. I’m very pleased.”

- Joshua

He is nothing but the best.

“Randy took good care of our son in his case. He is nothing but the best. If You ever need someone who you can count on to do his best for you, he is the one to pick. Thank You for your fine job!”

- Steph

I would highly recommend working with this firm.

“I can’t say enough good about working with Ms. Jackie Graham Ferguson. She was very professional, personable, and seemed to really care. Her knowledge within her field of expertise, coupled with her years of experience, are evident from the first minute you begin talking to her. I would highly recommend working with this firm. A+++++”

- Michael Matthews

She always made herself available.

“Mrs. Ferguson is a outstanding , knowledgeable, and honest attorney. She was there when my family was at its lowest and has never wavered. She always made herself available. She was dedicated to our case and worked hard. I would recommend Jackie with out hesitation for any legal matters. My family will always turn to her, and will be as dedicated to her as she was to us.”

- Joseph Morgan

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