Misdemeanors

Birmingham Misdemeanor Defense Lawyers

Preserving Your Clean Record & Good Name

Despite its name, a misdemeanor can have a long-lasting impact on your life. Immediate consequences of a conviction or guilty plea include up to a year in prison and a heavy fine under Alabama law. The resulting mark on your record can also cost you job and school opportunities, get you denied residency by landlords, and affect your social relationships.

Our team has handled thousands of cases from traffic violations to possession. We understand bad things can happen to anyone and will work diligently to protect your rights in local, state, and traffic courts.

If you have been charged with a misdemeanor, make your first call to Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C. at (205) 900-7714. Our licensed Birmingham criminal defense lawyer will give your case the attention and respect it deserves. Schedule a case review today to discuss you options! 

Misdemeanor Offense in Alabama

Having a licensed Birmingham misdemeanor defense attorney on your side is especially critical if there are questions about misdemeanor vs. felony charges. Sometimes the distinction is based on the degree of the charge, while other times previous arrests can elevate a charge. Regardless of the severity, we will always work to get charges reduced or dismissed and prevent a lasting negative effect.

Individuals have turned to us for strong defense against a variety of misdemeanor charges, including:

Misdemeanor Penalties in Alabama include:

  • Up to 1-year in jail
  • Up to $6,000 in fines
  • Mandatory community service hours

Keeping Our Clients Informed

Knowledge is vital during any criminal proceeding. For example, many people are unaware that pleading guilty to a misdemeanor is sometimes enough to get their driver’s license suspended. With a team of award-winning Birmingham misdemeanor lawyers on your side, you will fully understand your options at every step so you can make the best choice about how to proceed. Each member of our team provides counsel on every case and we know how to work within the court process to get results. We were named the “2010 Lawyer of the Year” for non-white collar criminal defense in Birmingham, and we are committed to protecting your present and future.

For a free in-person consultation, contact Jaffe, Hanle, Whisonant & Knight, P.C. today at (205) 900-7714.

No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

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  • So professional!

    “Mr. Michael Hanle was such a good attorney, so professional, and truly grateful for his job which helped my case a lot.”

  • Thank you Richard Jaffe for all that you have done for me and my family!

    “Because Mr. Jaffe invested so much time and care into my case, I can truly say that 6 years later I am living my best life!”

  • His ability to respect and understand his clients’ perspectives are among the best available in Alabama.

    It is our privilege to write a review of services for Mr. Michael Hanle. Mr. Hanle provided expert legal representation for our family member between 2018 and 2022. The case took many turns throughout its duration; Mr. Hanle not only followed all the developments, but he also showed us his astute understanding of how to move to bring about the best possible outcome. Mr. Hanle was always available for consult and explanation, keeping us up to date on the status of the case, and providing a sense of calm and hope when we were feeling only frustration and anxiety. It is perfectly clear that Mr. Hanle’s deep understanding of the law, his broad connections upon which to draw when framing his defense strategy, his familiarity with the legal community throughout the state of Alabama, and his ability to respect and understand his clients’ perspectives are among the best available in Alabama. We would not hesitate to recommend Michael Hanle to anyone in need of his service.