Criminal Law in Cabo
Criminal law is the set of laws that establish crimes, administrative offenses and their respective penalties. It seeks to maintain social order by punishing conduct that harms fundamental legal rights. Among its guiding principles are legality, due process, proportionality of penalties and social reintegration.
The criminal lawyers at Law In Cabo specialize in providing advice and defense against accusations of committing a crime. They have a deep understanding of the workings of the criminal justice system. They know how to protect the rights of the accused and ensure that the presumption of innocence is respected.
During the initial investigation
When a person is accused of committing a possible crime, the prosecutor’s office conducts a preliminary investigation to determine if there are sufficient elements to proceed.
Criminal lawyers assist the accused with recommendations on what to declare and what not to declare before the Public Prosecutor’s Office. They analyze whether the crime to be charged applies to the specific case. They identify possible due process violations that may serve to argue against the prosecution of the case.
In case of arrest
If there is an arrest warrant against the accused, the criminal lawyers assist him/her during the arrest and fingerprinting. They remain alert for any irregularities and mistreatment. They provide advice on how to behave, what to say and what not to say so as not to incriminate oneself further. They also request promptness in the initial hearing to ratify or correct the statement.
Initial Hearing
In the first hearing before the judge, the lawyers make a critical reading of the investigation file presented by the prosecution. They highlight deficiencies, contradictions and inconsistencies. They argue why the requirements to initiate a criminal proceeding are not met and request the judge not to indict the accused.
Complementary investigation phase
In the event that the judge considers that there is sufficient evidence and issues an indictment, a complementary investigation stage will follow. Here the lawyers request all the evidence necessary to prepare the defense, from expert opinions to testimonies. They assist the accused in complying with the obligations imposed, such as the periodic signature or not leaving the country, in order to avoid pre-trial detention.
Oral Trial Hearing
When it comes time for oral argument in court, criminal lawyers have extensive litigation experience. During the trial they skillfully cross-examine prosecution witnesses and experts. They argue about the inconsistencies and weaknesses of the evidence presented. They vehemently defend the rights and presumption of innocence of the accused. Finally, they make strong arguments for an acquittal or minimum sentence.
Criminal lawyers assist with all types of charges, from misdemeanors to felonies:
- Injuries and homicide in its various forms.
- Kidnapping, forced disappearance, human trafficking.
- Robbery with and without violence, fraud, breach of trust.
- Damage to property of others, dispossession, breaking and entering.
- Threats, harassment, harassment, domestic violence.
- Carrying of prohibited weapons, possession of illicit objects.
- Environmental crimes, against health, against the consumer.
- Corruption of public servants, illicit enrichment, abusive exercise of functions.
- Tax evasion, smuggling, financial and stock market crimes.
- Rape, sexual abuse, statutory rape, sexual harassment.
- Drug dealing, crimes against health, possession and sale of illegal substances.
Criminal lawyers play an invaluable role in complex media and legal cases:
- They analyze crime scenes, motives, social environment and psychological profile of the accused in depth.
- They design creative trial strategies by anticipating prosecutors’ arguments.
- Incisively cross-examine key witnesses.
- Detect errors in evidence handling and preservation.
- Link the particular case to applicable laws and jurisprudence.
- Hire independent experts for cross-examinations.
- Mobilize all legal resources to uncover the historical truth.
Experience in high-profile cases makes the difference between conviction or freedom.
Our criminal lawyers use all legal tools to defend the freedom, rights and presumption of innocence of defendants against criminal charges of all kinds.
Criminal lawyers use their legal knowledge and oral litigation skills to the fullest to defend defend defendants and ensure that due process is respected. Having their specialized legal counsel is critical to successfully navigating the complex criminal system.
Law In Cabo’s criminal defense attorneys use their extensive legal knowledge and investigative skills to uncover inconsistencies in criminal charges such as:
Theft Advisory
They meticulously examine procedures and evidence to prove the defendant’s non-involvement in the robbery. They challenge irregularities in the investigation and represent during the criminal trial for robbery.
Fraud Advisory
Independent accounting experts are hired to counter-argue the financial analysis of the prosecution. Dispute fraud and knowledge of fraud, pointing out contradictions.
Family violence
Advice on reparation agreements and therapy to avoid court proceedings. If there is a trial, they offer alternatives to facilitate rehabilitation and family coexistence.
Drug possession
They question the legality of the arrest record, conduct counter-examinations and point out inconsistencies in the handling of evidence. They strongly contest charges of possession of narcotics.
Breach of contract
Prove with documentary evidence that it was the counterparty who violated contractual clauses and terms. Defend against unfounded accusations of breach.
Criminal Law In Cabo
Our criminal lawyers specialize in providing advice and technical defense in criminal charges of any kind, in order to protect the rights, guarantees and freedoms of the accused, ensuring that due process is respected.
More than clients, our partners
«I never imagined I would find myself in this situation. I was driving carefully as usual, but that night it was raining heavily and the road was slippery. Suddenly, my car skidded in a puddle and I lost control. To my horror, I ended up hitting someone else’s car. Although it was an accident, the person was seriously injured.
I soon found myself in a legal nightmare, charged with culpable injury. I knew I had not acted with malice or recklessness, it was a product of bad weather conditions. But the prosecutor was asking for a prison sentence.
At that difficult moment, I hired the services of Mr. Ramirez, a criminal lawyer with great experience in traffic cases. He immediately set about putting together a solid defense, requesting the security videos of the area to show how the road had become a death trap.
He also obtained an expert report that showed mechanical failures in my braking system. During the trial, the attorney was able to make the judge understand that there was no recklessness on my part. Finally, a judgment of acquittal was handed down. I am deeply grateful for his great work at such a difficult time. Without Law in Cabo, my life would have taken a very different path.»
