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Let our successes speak for themselves. Many of our past clients have seen their charges reduced or dismissed, or have been eligible for treatment options in lieu of conviction and sentencing.
M.A. in Forensic Psychology
The link between criminal defense law and behavioral health is undeniable. Attorney Appelman is highly qualified in mental health-based defense.
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Naperville Criminal Defense Attorney
Lawyer for DUI, Drug, and Violent Crimes in DuPage County
When you have been accused of committing a crime, your entire life can come to a halt. Whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, a criminal conviction can have a serious impact on nearly every aspect of your life. In addition to jail time, you could face steep fines, a loss of driving privileges, and collateral consequences like job loss and reputation damage. Your defense may be a matter of preserving your future in addition to avoiding incarceration. Our attorneys can take on a wide variety of criminal cases, from reckless driving to drug trafficking. We take the time to learn what your individual needs and priorities are so that we can offer you individualized and focused representation.
Criminal Case Verdicts
Driving with a Suspended License
Mr. Appelman’s client was facing one year in jail for his 12th charge of Driving with a Suspended License. The prosecution asked the judge for 180 days in jail. Brett successfully argued at the sentencing hearing, and the client was not sentenced to any jail time at all!
DUI & Possession of Marijuana
Richmond was charged with DUI and possession of cannabis. At trial Brett proved that the police had not properly entered the suspected drugs into evidence and that the police had almost no evidence that the defendant was intoxicated at the time of the arrest. As a result of Mr. Appelman’s superb representation, the client was found not guilty on all charges.
Stolen Identity Scam
Mr. Sullivan’s client was the victim of a Stolen Identity scam. A bank had mistakenly cashed his paychecks when the checks were stolen. At first the bank offered to only partially pay back the client for the paychecks. Sean was able to point out to the bank their liability, and convinced the bank to triple their settlement offer to the client.
Civil Suit
Mr. Sullivan’s client had bought a used BMW from a car lot and the car broke down within a week due to a bad transmission. Mr. Sullivan not only proved that the car was defective, but also that the car lot knew it was defective, and that they hid that information prior to the purchase. As a result of Sean’s excellent litigation skills, his client was awarded over $20,000!
We Use a Number of Proven and Powerful
Criminal Defense Strategies to Advocate for Our Clients
You may have more options than you are aware of. We are well-versed in a number of strong defense strategies. Your case begins with a careful review of the facts and evidence in order to determine what type of strategy would be best for you. For DUI defendants, we may find problems with the field sobriety test. Accused drug manufacturers may have a defense in the constitutionality of the search leading to their arrest. Some may have strong mitigation factors or opportunities to avoid conviction grounded in behavioral health principals.
Criminal defense requires a multi-faceted approach that takes into consideration a large number of factors. Your priorities are one factor. Avoiding jail or prison time is a nearly-universal top priority, but there are other ways this case could impact your life you may be concerned with. What is important to you is important to us.
Proven Results
While the use of the insanity defense is relatively rare in criminal cases, Attorney Brett Appleman has been successful in using this method when appropriate. He can help determine the best options for defense in cases involving mental health issues.
Criminal defense requires a multi-faceted approach that takes into consideration a large number of factors. Your priorities are one factor. Avoiding jail or prison time is a nearly-universal top priority, but there are other ways this case could impact your life you may be concerned with. What is important to you is important to us.
Those accused of traffic crimes may fear losing their driving privileges and being left without a reliable way to get to work. Domestic violence defendants may fear the loss of a professional license, while juvenile defendants might be primarily concerned about their college admission prospects. Our lawyers take the time to learn what is important to you.
We are skilled in providing interest-based and aggressive representation. We know that no matter who you are or what you are accused of, you likely have a lot at stake during your proceedings. Defending a criminal case is about defending the whole person. Our attorneys will always act strictly in your best interests.
If you’re looking for a defense attorney you can trust, and who will give your case the personal and professional attention it needs, call Appelman Law.
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From our office in Naperville, Illinois, we serve clients throughout DuPage County, Kane County, Kendall County, Cook County, and Will County, including Wheaton, Aurora, Downers Grove, Lisle, Aurora, Elgin, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Yorkville, Ottawa, and Plainfield.
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50 S. Main St., Suite 200, Naperville, IL 60540
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