Illinois Drunk Driving Defense Attorney
My name is Harvey C. Welch, an attorney with more than 30 years' experience defending people charged with crimes. I am insightful, aggressive and determined to win for my clients.
My firm focuses exclusively on the practice of criminal law:
- DUI and traffic offenses — defending people charged for the first time and those with prior DUI arrests; all types of moving traffic violations
- Weapons offenses — including unlawful possession of a firearm, discharge and aggravated discharge of a firearm, felon in possession, possession of a firearm without a FOID card
- Drug offenses — including possession, possession with intent to deliver, trafficking and meth manufacturing
- Burglary, theft and property offenses — all types of misdemeanor and felony property crimes
- Domestic battery
- Sex crimes — including criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual abuse, solicitation of a minor, child pornography
- Crimes of violence — including assault, aggravated assault and murder
- Defending students charged with crimes
- Probation violations — restoration of probation status
- Juvenile delinquency offenses
- Other alleged felonies and misdemeanors
A Counterpuncher Who Will Defend Your Rights and Freedom
There are many ways to defend a person accused of a crime. Whenever possible, I try to obtain a dismissal of the charge. In some cases, I may recommend a plea arrangement that minimizes the consequences for my client, but only when there is no other realistic option and my client agrees.
But I have extensive trial experience, including more than 100 jury trials. I am known as an effective counterpuncher, someone who challenges the state's case at every turn. One of the most effective tools I use is to cross-examine the state's own witnesses to discredit the state's case. In the eyes of a jury, there is no better way to undermine the state's allegations than through testimony by the state's own witnesses.
Whether your case involves a drug charge, a DUI or another felony or misdemeanor, I will tenaciously defend you, seeking the best possible outcome.
Free Consultation — Contact a Lawyer Today
For a free consultation about your case with an experienced Champaign criminal defense lawyer, contact the Law Offices of Harvey C. Welch.
