Being Charged With Murder Is Not the End
A case that has been determined by the authorities to be a murder leaves victims on both sides of the issue. Though a loss is suffered by the family and friends of the deceased, there also is a loss suffered by the family and friends of the accused. When someone comes to Cruz and Bibbs P.C., with a murder or attempted murder charge, their number one concern is where to go from here and what is the best possible outcome.
Our firm accepts homicide and manslaughter cases, and our attorneys have experience in highly visible murder trials. The case of Indiana v. Ajabu is a notable instance in which attorney Lynn Bibbs was forced to deal with media attention and the defendant's father being charged with witness intimidation in addition to the already difficult job of defending a triple murder charge.
Representative Case: P. Lynn Bibbs was one of the criminal defense lawyers in the highly publicized case of Indiana v. Ajabu for a triple murder with potential death sentence. Her defense was based on Mr. Ajabu's suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome. The defendant's case was moved to South Bend, Indiana, and resulted in a life sentence without parole but with a commutation.
Serious Criminal Defense for Serious Charges
Ms. Bibbs was able to successfully defend a client who was charged with attempted murder of a police officer. The police officer had been dragged down the street after he jumped into the defendant's car. Ms. Bibbs was able to obtain a 'not guilty' verdict for her defendant.
Here are some factors to consider if you have been charged with murder, attempted murder or felony murder:
- Death penalty: Indiana carries the ultimate penalty and a minimum prison term of 45 years for a conviction.
- Weapons charges: Murder with a firearm, or any crime using a gun, will be a more difficult case than one in which there was not a gun present.
- Additional charges: Murder with any other extenuating circumstances, such as kidnapping, will be vigorously prosecuted by the state and requires a vigorous defense.
Everyone deserves a vigorous defense. If you have been charged with murder or attempted murder in Marion County or the surrounding area, contact Cruz and Bibbs P.C. in Indianapolis to protect your rights and receive advocacy to help you seek to avoid jail and minimize the consequences. Call 888-351-9386 to schedule an initial consultation. Se Habla Español.
