When facing murder charges in Alabama, your choice of legal representation can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Our Birmingham defense attorneys bring decades of combined experience to each murder case, utilizing forensic expertise and thorough investigation techniques to challenge the prosecution’s evidence. We understand both the legal complexities and emotional weight these cases carry, providing dedicated representation focused on protecting your future.
A murder charge is one of the most serious offenses in Alabama, carrying severe penalties, including life imprisonment. If you or a loved one has been charged with murder, securing an experienced murder defense lawyer is critical. At JB Brown Criminal Trial Practice, we fight to protect your rights and build a strategic defense.
Under Alabama Code § 13A-6-2, a person commits murder if they:
Intentionally cause the death of another person.
Act with extreme indifference to human life, recklessly causing death.
Commit felony murder – causing a death while committing or attempting:
Arson (first degree)
Burglary (first or second degree)
Escape (first degree)
Kidnapping (first degree)
Rape (first degree)
Robbery (any degree)
Sodomy (first degree)
Aggravated child abuse
Any felony dangerous to human life
Murder is a Class A felony, punishable by:
10 years to life imprisonment
Mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years if a firearm was used
Fines up to $60,000
At JB Brown Criminal Trial Practice, we employ various defense strategies depending on the circumstances, including:
Self-Defense Claims – If the accused acted in lawful self-defense.
Heat of Passion Defense – Reducing charges to manslaughter if provoked and acting in the heat of passion.
Mistaken Identity – Challenging eyewitness testimony and forensic evidence.
Lack of Intent – Demonstrating that the death resulted from an accident rather than intentional harm.
Constitutional Violations – Suppressing evidence obtained through unlawful searches, seizures, or interrogations.
Murder cases require immediate legal intervention. Our firm works quickly to:
Preserve crucial evidence before it is lost.
Identify and interview key witnesses while their memories are fresh.
Challenge prosecution claims early in the case.
Protect your rights from police interrogation and self-incrimination.
If you are facing murder charges, do not wait to seek legal representation. Contact JB Brown Criminal Trial Practice today for a confidential consultation. Our murder defense lawyers in Birmingham, AL will aggressively defend your rights and work toward the
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