ONE OF THE MOST COMMON QUESTIONS WE HEAR IS SIMPLY: WHAT HAPPENS NOW?

The answer to that question depends on the charge and circumstances surrounding your case. A criminal case may involve a bond hearing, an initial appearance, motions, discovery, a preliminary hearing, grand jury proceedings, and a jury trial.

Some early decisions, especially with strategy, may determine the outcome of the case, or a delay may have consequences later.

This is why we encourage all criminal defendants to speak with an attorney before discussing the facts of their case with law enforcement or other individuals.

When we get involved in a criminal case, our firm takes the team approach. We begin to learn exactly what happened from our client’s perspective and review all available evidence. Depending on the case, that evidence may include police reports, body camera footage, witness statements, photographs, videos, 911 calls, lab reports, medical records, search warrants, or other relevant evidence.

LOCAL ATTORNEYS WHO KNOW THE COURTS

Costner Greene has served Maryville, Alcoa, Blount County, and all of East Tennessee for over forty years. Our local experience allows us to help clients understand not only the law but also the court experience that is unique to their jurisdiction. We believe clients deserve to know what is happening in their case, why it is happening, and what options are available.