HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
Homicide is the killing of one person by another. There are a variety of homicide charges used in the United States, such as First Degree murder, Second Degree Murder, and Manslaughter. All homicide charges require a thorough, effective, competent and aggressive defense team., consisting of a skilled criminal defense lawyer, and a thorough criminal defense investigator that specializes in homicide investigation, However, it is possible in some instances to charge a defendant under the federal murder statute, which in some cases allows for the death penalty. First degree murder requires pre-mediation. In other words, a prosecutor must prove that a person thought out the murder beforehand and specifically formulated an intention to kill the victim. First degree murder is the most serious criminal charge in Michigan law, and is punishable by mandatory life in prison, without possibility of parole. Michigan law does not allow for the death penalty for any charge, including first degree murder. Felony murder is a special class of first degree. This crime involves the loss of life during the commission of specific felonies. These felonies include Arson, Criminal Sexual Conduct, First Degree Child Abuse, major controlled substance offenses, Robbery, Carjacking, Home invasion, Larceny, Extortion, and Kidnapping. Michigan law mandates life in prison for any person found guilty of felony murder. Second degree murder. Second degree murder is a lesser charge, however it still caries a potential severe punishment. In a second degree murder charge, the prosecution is not charged with the obligation to prove that the person thought out the killing beforehand. Second degree murder is punishable by life in prison, or any term of years. However, the possibility of parole does exist. Manslaughter has two degrees, voluntary and involuntary. In all cases, manslaughter is the unlawful killing of another without malice. Voluntary manslaughter involves an intentional killing, but one that is done in the heat of passion. Involuntary manslaughter is an unintentional killing. In both cases, manslaughter is punishable by 15 years in prison. Our Approach to Charges of Homicide A successful defense requires a thorough knowledge of the details. In all cases, your knowledge of the facts is important and must be thoroughly explored with the defense team. Attempts must be made to interview all witnesses.We are trained and experienced in preparing homicide cases for the defense. The niche that we have in the criminal investigation market is that, all of our investigators are street savvy and African American. A major objective of any good criminal defense homicide investigator is help the defense Attorney to break down prosecution witnesses by utilizing vigorous cross examination techniques, thus reducing, if not eliminating their credibility and the weight given to their testimony by the judge or jury. This is where our expertise augments defense efforts. We provide critical investigations into all aspects of the defense case, which include location of witnesses and leads, obtaining statements, evaluation of police investigations, evidence collection and review, independent analysis, background investigations, crime scene investigations, documentation analysis and regional canvassing, mitigation evidence, photographic and videotape evidence as well as other services directed by the client. The Agency gathers essential evidence, and witnesses that not only support your case, but aid in critical determinations that influence the outcome of verdicts. We at the agency have special access and an intimate understanding of the minority community, which has cultivated our unique niche in the field of criminal investigations
Expert witnesses can be a key element of your defense. While not all cases require the use of experts, there are many cases where scientific experts can be invaluable. This may include such experts as DNA scientists, medical doctors, psychologists, document and handwriting analysis experts, fingerprint & "voiceprint" experts and police investigation experts. It is not possible to know what experts may be needed until your case is thoroughly evaluated The agency is committed to help finding the best scientific experts available in defense of our clients. Police investigations must be carefully scrutinized. In our system of justice, it is defense attorneys that force law enforcement personnel to play by the rules. In our criminal defense investigative agency, we find it beneficial to our clients to challenge unlawful intrusions on your rights. Our team of professionals will carefully examine your case for violations of law, which can be asserted in your defense. If You are Facing Homicide Charges Let's begin with the understanding that the police are not your friends and they are not there to help you. It is legal to for the police to lie to you. Promises made by the police are not enforceable. Miranda warnings may not help you, so if the police are investigating:
Criminal & White Collar InvestigationsWe are experts in criminal investigation. We conduct timely, and thorough investigations in the following areas, that may involve alleged criminal activity:
A major objective of any good criminal defense is to break down prosecution witnesses by utilizing vigorous cross examination techniques, thus reducing if not eliminating their credibility and the weight given to their testimony by the judge or jury. This is where our expertise augments defense efforts. We provide critical investigations into all aspects of the defense case, which includes location of witnesses and leads, obtaining statements, evaluation of police investigation, evidence collection and review, independent analysis, background investigations, crime scene investigations, documentation analysis and regional canvassing, mitigation evidence, photographic and videotape evidence as well as other services directed by the client. The Agency gathers essential evidence, and witnesses that not only support your case, but aid in critical determinations that influence the outcome of verdicts. We at the agency have special access and a intimate understanding of the minority community, which has cultivated our unique niche in the field of criminal investigations. Representative Case Reviews Details of Investigation: Conduct background investigations and
interviewed client regarding current case and prior criminal history;
investigated and located over 150 defense witnesses housed in federal
institutions nationwide. Interviewed and did extensive background,
criminal history, and family location checks. Interviewed and located
over 150 civilian witness from a ledger dating between 1985-1995
consisting of 25 million dollars worth of disbursements. Took pictures
and investigated three homicide cases and crime scenes. Located
and retrieved numerous records, documents, and reports nationwide
regarding clients past and present cases. Located names and address
of all governmental confidential informants, and dates of debriefings.
Located the following toll records: cellular, pager, and home telephone.
Located and investigated the panel of jurors that set on clients
prior case where he was acquitted of 72 tons of cocaine. Subpoenaed
numerous witness, and documents nationwide for case. Obtain and
help design numerous trial exhibits consisting of charts, graphs,
and diagrams. Testified at trial. Case: United States vs. Jerome Earls Synopsis 3 Details of Investigation: Conduct background investigations and interview client regarding current case and prior criminal history; located residents of the crime scene; interviewed every person who lived around the crime scene when crime was committed in ten years prior; took photos and video taped crime scene; located three witnesses who were paid informants, and in witness protection program; took tape recorded statements from the three paid informants who recanted their grand jury testimony; revealed amount paid to informants; located telephone, and pager toll records from ten year period prior to crime charged; located employees of telephone and pager companies going back over ten year period; obtained and reviewed medical records of the three victims; traced all in/out calls placed on victims cellular phone and located every person called; interviewed all persons who spoke with victim on day of murder; obtained tape-recorded statements from eyewitnesses to murder stating defendant had no involvement. Synopsis 4 Case: State of Florida vs. Aaron Eddins Prosecution's theory of the case: The defendant was suicidal for robbing a drug dealer of a lot of drugs and money. The defendant decided to use the drugs he stole; he got three prostitutes and started partying. Instead of putting a gun to his head, when the drug dealer found him he shot and killed the drug dealer at point blank range in front of three eye witnesses. Details of Investigation: Conduct background investigations and
interview client regarding current case and prior criminal history;
located and interviewed all involved witnesses. Interviewed an
eyewitness that stated the decedent had a 44 magnum in a holster
on his leg at the crime scene before he was shot. Learned identity
of confidential informants unnamed in the warrant application;
determined that primary government witnesses were three area prostitutes
that was at the scene of the day of the crime; located identities
of witnesses who were informants, and one eye witness who alleged
that the police would not take his statement or his identifying
information because he was homeless. Took statements, and prepared
affidavits for witnesses; Located and reviewed records, and discovery
from entire period of arrest to crime charged, to trial. Case: District of Columbia vs. Desiree Smith Prosecution's theory of the case: while client was pregnant, she got into an altercation at her house with her current child's father other baby mother this altercation let to her ending up at a hospital with eleven stab wounds to her chest, after she drove away from the clients house with no visible signs of bleeding this victim ultimately expired, her child's fathers, old girlfriend and current child's mother came. Details of Investigation: Conduct background investigation and
interview client regarding current case and prior criminal history;
interviewed and located three eyewitnesses that revealed the following: CASE: State of Florida v. Daniel Coleman Synopsis 7
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