Kane County Criminal Defense Lawyer

Knowledgeable Criminal Defense Attorneys

At the Aurora and St. Charles criminal defense law firm of Zuelke & Byrd, L.L.C., our attorneys focus primarily on criminal law.  Attorneys Sandi Byrd and Don Zuelke know that being charged with a crime can be a devastating experience. We have defended people charged with all types of crimes, from misdemeanors to capital murder. If you have been charged with any type of crime, call an experienced and dedicated criminal defense attorney before you speak with anyone else. Contact the Illinois defense attorneys at Zuelke & Byrd, L.L.C.

Practice Concentrating in Criminal Defense

A person who is charged with a crime should be represented by a criminal lawyer who is knowledgeable in criminal law to ensure that he or she obtains the best possible result in the case. At Zuelke & Byrd, L.L.C., criminal defense is our main area of practice. As former assistant public defenders we represented thousands of people accused of crimes, including everything from traffic offenses and drunk driving, to first-degree murder. In private practice we continue to defend people who are charged with crimes. We work hard to provide a strong defense and give you the best outcome possible in your criminal case. We both have extensive trial experience in jury trials and bench trials, and will vigorously defend you at trial.

We defend people against a wide range of criminal charges, including:

• DUI / DWI / Drunk Driving
• Drug Charges
• Sex Offenses
• Juvenile Offenses
• Theft and Property Crimes
• Crimes of Violence
• Murder and Reckless Homicide
• Guns and Weapons Charges
• Domestic Violence

If you are being investigated for or have been accused of these or any other crime, contact a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney before you speak with anyone else.

Consequences of a Criminal Conviction

A conviction for a criminal offense can have serious consequences. Penalties can include fines, incarceration, or worse. People convicted of a crime may have a hard time finding a job, and may have restrictions placed upon them, including in some instances where they can reside and what type of employment they may hold. Those who are not U.S. citizens can face immigration consequences, including possible deportation. A person convicted of a felony will lose certain rights under the law, and the stigma of being a convicted felon can last a lifetime.

If you have been charged with a crime in the western suburbs of Chicago, contact an experienced Illinois criminal lawyer at Zuelke & Byrd, L.L.C. before you speak with the police or anyone else. We welcome your call and there is no charge for an initial consultation.