Kansas Illegal Search and Seizure Attorney
Paul D. Cramm — Olathe Criminal Defense Lawyer
The motion to suppress evidence may be the single most powerful tool in the defense attorney's arsenal. If a judge determines evidence needed to prove an essential element of the prosecution's case is inadmissible, the case literally goes away. Even where suppression of certain evidence does not result in outright dismissal of the case, it can result in far more beneficial plea negotiations.
If you are facing criminal charges, contact me, Paul D. Cramm. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, I know the value of suppressing the State's evidence in a criminal case. Over the years, I have successfully argued for the protection of my clients' Fourth Amendments rights under the United States Constitution.
A Strong Advocate for Constitutional Rights
Knowing that a powerful motion to suppress evidence can cause a criminal charge to be dismissed, one of my strategies as a defense lawyer is to demonstrate to the judge that contraband is not admissible in the case because the search violated constitutional rights. Often these violations of rights occur during situations such as traffic stops or car accidents when the initial matter escalates to:
There is a significant caveat pertaining to suppression of evidence: If the prosecution has multiple pieces of evidence to introduce against you and each of those pieces is able to sustain a conviction, suppression of any single piece evidence may not be as effective a tool as in other cases. However, in a case built on a confession or the discovery of contraband during a car search, a powerful motion to suppress evidence can put an end to the case before jury selection.
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For a complimentary, confidential consultation about your options in any state or federal criminal defense situation, contact me. As a knowledgeable and resourceful Kansas City criminal defense lawyer, I provide experienced and effective defense for my clients. Call my firm to discuss your questions and concerns.
