Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Defense

If I am arrested, what are my rights?

If you are arrested for a crime, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney.  Before you are placed under arrest for a criminal offense, law enforcement must read you your Miranda Rights.

What happens if I am not read my Miranda Rights?

Sometimes, police officers forget or simply fail to read people their Miranda Rights.  When this happens, anything people said after their arrests may not be admissible in court.  Your case will not be dismissed, but incriminating statements or confessions you may have made will be inadmissible during court proceedings.  

Should I just plead guilty?

No, you should never just plead guilty.  Before you enter any plea, you need to have your case reviewed by a knowledgeable Fairfax criminal defense lawyer, like Attorney Scott C. Nolan.  Attorney Nolan will assess you case and then provide you with the legal advice you need to enter an appropriate plea.

What will happen if I am found guilty?

If you are found guilty of committing crimes, you will be sentenced by a judge.  However, the legal penalties you are sentenced with will vary case by case and depend upon the individual circumstances involved.   Generally speaking, people who are found guilty of crimes in Fairfax may be sentenced with jail time, fines, community service, probation and court ordered treatment programs.

Do I need a lawyer?

Yes, you absolutely need a criminal defense lawyer anytime you are charged with a crime in Fairfax.  By hiring a Fairfax criminal defense attorney, you will receive the advice and representation you need to fight your criminal charges.

What cases does the Law Offices of Scott C. Nolan handle?

The Law Offices of Scott C. Nolan represents people who have been charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Fairfax.  Attorney Scott C. Nolan represents those who have been accused of or charged with:  DUI, white collar crimes, violent crimes, traffic offenses, theft crimes, sex crimes, probation violation, drug crimes, weapons offenses, juvenile crimes and fraud offenses.

If you or someone you know has been arrested and you have questions about your case,  contact Fairfax criminal defense attorney Scott Nolan today.