Definition of trial lawyer : a lawyer who engages chiefly in the trial of cases before courts of original jurisdiction.
Criminal defense attorneys (private and court-appointed) research the facts, investigate the case against their clients, and try to negotiate deals with their adversaries (prosecutors). These deals might include reduced bail, reduced charges, and reduced sentences.
Defendants charged with crimes are almost always best served by obtaining a lawyer. In fact, most criminal defendants are represented by a lawyer, especially when jail or a prison sentence is a possible result. It is very difficult for a person to competently handle his or her own criminal case.
Criminal law encompasses a variety of subjects including:Legal Research.Criminal Procedures.Criminal Psychology.Forensic Science.Criminal Justice.Penology and Victimology.Law Ethics.CrPC (Criminal Procedure Code)More items...•Jun 23, 2021