Criminal Defense Attorney in Washington, DC
Jason Kalafat, Attorney at Law
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406 5th Street NW Suite 200 Washington, District of Columbia 20001 USA |
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(202) 552-0897
www.criminallawyerwashingtondc.com/
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Jason Kalafat, a Washington DC Criminal Defense Lawyer, is well-qualified to handle a variety of criminal cases, including misdemeanor, felony, and federal criminal charges: DUI/ DWI; Drug Charges; Assault; Robbery; Sex Crimes; Conspiracy; Prostitution; Solicitation; Fraud; Theft. If you have been charged with any criminal offense in Washington, DC, Jason Kalafat has the skill, experience, and knowledge to vigorously protect your interests in the face of prosecution.
To protect your interests, you need an intelligent, motivated criminal defense team behind you. Criminal defense attorneys understand the urgency of criminal charges and will work diligently to ensure that your rights are preserved at every stage of a criminal proceeding. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Washington, DC, protect your rights and your freedom by hiring a lawyer dedicated to handling your case efficiently and professionally. Whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, Jason Kalafat is in your corner to provide an assertive defense.
Practice Areas
Additional Practice Areas: Failure to Appear; Solicitation; Conspiracy.
Practice Areas Description
Attorney Jason Kalafat provides legal assistance on the following areas of Criminal Law:- DUI/DWI
DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Impaired) are serious offenses. A conviction could entail: jail time, suspension of your license, substantial fines, higher insurance premiums, and, permanent blemish on your criminal record. We believe all clients should be fully informed about the process which faces them. This is especially true of DUI and DWI. These charges may sound similar, but the defining characteristic between the two charges is the amount of alcohol in your system, defined formally as the Blood Alcohol Level (BAC), which measures the concentration of alcohol in your blood.
- Traffic
While you may think all traffic citations are alike, the truth is, some traffic stops result in misdemeanor criminal charges and long lasting consequences. A DC traffic attorney is one that knows a simple traffic stop is not always as simple as it might initially seem. When you see the officer approaching your window, you might think you will only get a warning or even a speeding ticket. Depending on how fast you were going, you could be charged with reckless driving, a criminal offense that carries serious repercussions. Similarly, a simple speeding ticket could put you over the edge, leading to too many points on your driving record and a loss of your license and insurance.
- Failure to Appear
When a judge sets a court date, the best thing you can do is show up. The date may have slipped your mind or something might have come up. A missed a court date results in a bench warrant that can be immediately issued for your arrest and tack on additional criminal charges. A DC failure to appear charge can have an immediate and significant impact on your pending case and your freedom. Whether you have an outstanding bench warrant for failing to appear or if you have already been arrested and need an advocate in your corner, DC attorney Jason Kalafat can work with you.
- Theft
A theft charge may be levied against you if there is evidence that you took or retained someone else’s property and deprived the rightful owner, or converted the use to your own or that of another person. The legal penalty you face depends on the value of the goods or service in question. Under DC law, there are several theft statutes. You may be facing an automobile theft charge and up to 15 years in prison depending on your criminal history and the fact of your case. The variety of theft laws that a prosecutor can charge you under can serve to make your charges confusing. Discussing the case with a DC theft attorney is one way of ensuring you know exactly what you are up against.
- Assault
There are many variations on DC assault charges. Whether you are facing charges of Simple Assault, Aggravated Assault, or Assault with Significant Injury, you are up against the possibility of prison time and a permanent criminal record. Having to disclose an assault conviction can be disastrous in your future searches for employment and can even affect your ability to find a place to live. Avoiding the label “convicted felon” is something a DC assault attorney can assist with. A DC assault lawyer can help represent your best interests in the local courts and ensure you understand all of your options when charged with such serious crimes.
- Battery
Battery is defined as the harmful or offensive touching or contact with another person. Many people mistakenly assume assault and battery are the same charges. A DC battery charge is something that stands to forever change your life. Battery charges like aggravated assault and assault with significant injury are serious felonies, carrying potentially lengthy prison terms. Analyzing the facts and evidence in your case to determine the best course of action is the job of your DC criminal defense attorney. He is there to help you explore all of your options and to assist you in building a solid defense strategy.
- Solicitation
Under DC law, solicitation is the act of offering, inviting, enticing, or persuading someone to engage in prostitution or agreeing to participate in prostitution. Arrests for solicitation are often the result of a targeted police effort known as a “sting”. Posting personal ads for escorts, offering erotic massages, or posing as prostitutes themselves, police officers attempt to catch people guilty of solicitation. The legal ramifications of solicitation when paired with the personal consequences can be disastrous to both your personal and your professional life. When faced with the prospect of such charges, DC solicitation attorney Jason Kalafat can help you determine your options when your case goes to court.
- Prostitution
According to statute, prostitution is defined as sexual contact with someone else in exchange for a fee. This does not have to be intercourse and it does not have to be cash. Prostitution charges carry a particularly heavy stigma. When you are accused of prostitution, you are not only risking your freedom; your reputation and personal relationships may be on the line as well. A DC prostitution lawyer knows what you are going through and stands ready to defend your name in court. Whether you were entrapped by a prostitution sting, or if the evidence used against you was obtained illegally, a DC prostitution attorney will evaluate your case and help you determine the best course of action.
- Drug Charges
When initially faced with the prospect of violating Washington, DC’s drug laws, you may believe you will get nothing more than a slap on the wrist. The reality is that DC drug charges are sometimes pursued with as much aggressiveness by the prosecutor as a violent crime. The war on drugs this country has waged has served to incarcerate millions for offenses some would refer to as “victimless”. Whether you are faced with charges of drug possession or even distribution, a DC drug lawyer can help mitigate the potential ramifications of such charges.
- Gun Violations/Weapons
A DC gun lawyer is your advocate in the local criminal courts. Ensuring you understand the charges against you, the proceedings that take place, and all of your options, your criminal defense lawyer can make things as simple as possible. Experienced gun attorneys handle a variety of charges including: Carrying a Pistol Without a License (CPWOL); Carrying a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon; Possession of an Illegal Firearm; Carrying a Concealed Weapon; Armed Robbery; Assault With a Deadly Weapon. The evidence in a DC gun case is crucial to the prosecution gaining a conviction. If your constitutional rights were violated or proper procedure was not used at any time during the investigative process, there is a chance the evidence against you could be ruled inadmissible.
- Robbery
Robbery in Washington, DC is defined under law as the taking of property from another person, in your immediate presence, by force or threat of force. The law also requires that you must have the intent to steal in order for the offense to qualify as robbery. Because the crime involves a theft and an assault, it is seen as a particularly serious offense. When faced with the prospect of such a lengthy prison term and a permanent felony record, talking to a local and experienced criminal defense attorney may help you put the case in perspective. A DC robbery lawyer can be there to minimize the effects and to ensure your rights are protected throughout the process.
- Fraud
Fraud offenses are often committed by people with no criminal history who have very reputable jobs and positive reputations within the community. A DC fraud charge has the potential to create extreme stress on both these professional and personal relationships as the defendant’s integrity is called into question. Facing fraud charges in Washington, DC can be a very sobering experience. As the defendant, you cannot possibly be expected to understand every little aspect of the legal system. A DC fraud lawyer is there to ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process and help you make informed decisions when it comes to your case.
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Mr. Jason Kalafat
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