Criminal Defense Lawyer in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
DWI/OWI ◊ Assault and Battery ◊ Domestic Violence ◊ White Collar Crime
When you have been arrested or charged with a crime, you want an aggressive and responsive attorney to protect your constitutional rights. The criminal justice system has its own language and set of rules; you can easily become overwhelmed and intimidated. You want a lawyer who understands the law and the process, one who will fight to see that you are treated fairly.
At the Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC, we zealously protect the rights of individuals along the New Hampshire seacoast and in Massachusetts who have been charged with a crime. Attorney Clark is certified and serves as Contract Criminal Defense Attorney for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, appointed to the Newburyport District Court, Ipswich Division. We place a high priority on responsiveness and personal attention, working hard to make certain that you are fully informed throughout the process, so that you always understand your options.
Contact our office online or call us at 603-431-0009 to set up an appointment.
Our Criminal Defense Practice
We focus our criminal defense practice on the representation of people who have been charged with or arrested for driving while intoxicated or DWI (OUI in New Hampshire). We handle all matters related to a DWI charge, from the administrative proceeding to determine the status of your drivers license to the criminal hearing to determine penalties.
When you hire us to defend you on a DWI charge, we will conduct a thorough investigation of the facts and circumstances surrounding your arrest, starting with a review of the traffic stop. We will examine the evidence to determine whether there was probable cause to pull you over and whether you were properly advised of your rights before making any statements to law enforcement officers. We will also review police records and question witnesses to establish whether field sobriety and blood alcohol (breathalyzer) tests were correctly administered.
Because the penalties increase with every DWI offense, it is extremely important to fight even the first offense. If you own a CDL or drive for a living, your livelihood may be at stake.
We also handle a wide range of other criminal matters, including:
- Assault and battery
- Theft offenses, such as larceny, shoplifting, burglary and robbery
- Domestic violence
- White collar crimes, including fraud and embezzlement
- Juvenile offenses, including underage drinking
Contact Us
To set up an appointment, contact us via e-mail or call us at 603-431-0009. Our office is located on Route 1 in Portsmouth, next to the new fire station. Evening and weekend consultations can be scheduled upon requests.
