Criminal Lawyers in Maine

DeGrinney Law Offices

1266 Congress Street Portland, Maine 04102 USA

 (207) 756-8557
 (207) 756-6736

www.degrinneylaw.com
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DeGrinney law firm handles individuals with criminal law and DUI issues in Portland, Maine. Everyone at our firm, from our dedicated staff to our experienced attorneys, works tirelessly to help clients beat the charges they face so they can move on with their lives. Our attorneys aggressively handle the following types of cases: Sex crimes; Felonies and misdemeanors; Domestic crimes; Federal charges; Drug offenses; Violent crimes.

When you come to DeGrinney Law Offices for help, we offer experienced counsel on your options and make sure you understand all the legal issues, risks and consequences involved in your case. Our criminal defense attorneys support your right to resolve your legal matter at trial or by negotiation. JP DeGrinney and his staff fully prepare our clients.

DeGrinney Law Offices serves clients charged with drunk driving and other crimes throughout Maine, focusing on the cities of and surrounding Portland, South Portland, Westbrook and Biddeford, and within York and Cumberland counties. Oxford, Sagadahoc and Androscoggin counties are also serviced.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Misdemeanors; Sexual Assault; Racketeering; Larceny; Marijuana Possession; Criminal Damage to Property; OUI/OAS/HO; Driving Offenses; Reckless Driving; Driving with a Suspended or Revoked License; Road Rage; Leaving the Scene of an Accident; Elder Abuse; Disorderly Conduct; Kidnapping; Harassment; Criminal Threatening; Reckless Conduct; Protection Order Violations; Stalking Threats; Child Endangerment; Federal Charges/Investigations; Unlawful Sexual Touching; Indecent Exposure; Molestation; Unlawful Sexual Contact.

Practice Areas Description

Our practice includes:

- Felonies and Misdemeanors

We take your misdemeanor charges seriously. Although it is a less serious charge than a felony, a misdemeanor can still create a permanent criminal record unless executive clemency (a pardon from the governor) is granted. Attorney DeGrinney understands Maine laws regarding felony and misdemeanor crimes. Felonies would fall under Class A, B and C crimes and misdemeanors would be Class D and E crimes. DeGrinney Law Offices develops a strategy for your unique situation, prepares an aggressive legal defense and fights any charges you face. We protect your rights in the following types of crimes.

- OUI/OAS and Driving Offenses

JP DeGrinney knows Maine drunk driving laws. If you are arrested for drunk driving, he is ready to counsel you on your legal options, prepare a strong defense for your drunk driving charge and navigate you through the legal process. Operating under the influence (OUI) is a serious offense that can result in: Suspension of your driver's license; Revocation of your driver's license; Probation; Fines; Jail/prison time. JP DeGrinney also handles other driving offenses including: Reckless driving; Driving with a suspended or revoked license; Road rage; Leaving the scene of an accident.

- Domestic Violence

Domestic violence crimes are most often perpetrated against women, but can also involve child abuse and neglect, spousal abuse, domestic-partner abuse and elder abuse. JP DeGrinney and his staff provide experienced and aggressive criminal defense to clients facing domestic violence arrest. DeGrinney Law Offices provides a vigorous defense against the charges and works tirelessly to have them dropped or reduced. DeGrinney Law Offices recognizes that every case is different and helps you to fully understand all the risks and consequences of your domestic violence case. We advise you on how to handle interactions with law enforcement officers and also consult with you and your family about the bail process.

- Sex Crimes

Criminal sexual conduct covers a range of sexual contact, levels of force and types of intimidation. Attorney DeGrinney tenaciously fights for your rights when you face criminal sex charges for any of the following crimes: Child abuse; Child pornography; Date rape; Statutory rape; Sexual abuse of a minor; Unlawful sexual touching; Gross sexual assault; Indecent exposure; Marital rape; Molestation; Unlawful sexual contact. Attorney DeGrinney never backs down from a fight and challenges the evidence built against you. He shows the opposition why you should not be prosecuted or convicted. He takes to trial more sex crime cases than any other type of case because the stakes are so high in these matters.

- Drug Crimes

DeGrinney Law Offices represents clients charged with drug crimes in state and federal courts. No matter how small your case is, we understand that it can have a big impact on your life. We represent clients on many drug charges related to: Cocaine and crack cocaine; Club drugs - MDMA (ecstasy), LSD and GHB (date rape drug); Drug trafficking and importation; Heroin possession and sales; Marijuana/pot possession and sales; Methamphetamine (meth) manufacturing and sales; Possession of chemicals for drug manufacturing; Prescription drugs and steroids; Possession with intent to distribute and drug sales.

Attorneys

Mr. JP DeGrinney Attorney Criminal Law, DUI, Felonies

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