All-In On Your Criminal Defense Case
Criminal Defense
The criminal justice system is stacked against young Black folks in America. The courts would rather just smack you with a guilty verdict and move on. They don’t care if you’ve got a family counting on you back home or if you are actually innocent. You need a Chicago criminal defense lawyer who is not about to back down without a fight. When you find yourself arrested in Chicago, be safe, be smart, be quiet, and then call Cierra.
When it comes to fighting criminal charges, you need a lawyer who is ten toes down. You will find that commitment at C. Norris Law Group, a defense firm where every defendant is like a member of the family. Attorney Cierra N. Norris refers to clients of the firm as “our guys,” due to her personal dedication to each client. She used this phrase when explaining to a television reporter why she has worked so hard in 2020 to keep defendants out of Cook County jail, notoriously dangerous because of a high COVID-19 infection rate.
In a criminal case in Chicago, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Whether you have been arrested on faulty gun charges in Englewood or a domestic violence charge in Hyde Park, you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer who won’t back down. Cierra N. Norris is passionate about saving her clients from unfair guilty verdicts. If you or a loved one has been stopped illegally by the CPD and arrested, call Cierra today.
Our Pledge To You In The Face Of Criminal Charges
At C. Norris Law Group, we take the stories and lives of young Black people seriously. You aren’t just another statistic in our eyes. You are a person with a whole life ahead of you, and we aren’t going down without a fight. We work diligently to get cases dismissed, or charges dropped. Over 90% of felony cases get resolved without going to trial, but when a trial does happen, Big Mama Cierra N. Norris is here to put the courts in their place.
If you reach out to our firm, Cierra will personally let you know how passionately we will work to protect your future. You can trust us to fiercely advocate on your behalf throughout an investigation or after arrest. Contact us when you need to retain or reclaim your freedom due to any of the following charges:
- Possessing, manufacturing, distributing or trafficking a controlled substance such as cocaine or Oxycodone without a prescription. At C. Norris Law Group, we are here to fight for you in a drug charge case and offer our understanding of the surrounding laws to get the CPD off your back and ensure your case ends with a not-guilty verdict.
- Violent acts or threats against your spouse, significant other, close family member or housemate resulting in allegations of domestic abuse. These charges will typically involve allegations of physical, emotional, financial, or verbal abuse against an intimate partner, family member, or roommate. Common forms of abuse include punching or hitting, name-calling, and the use of verbal threats or manipulation.
- Weapons violations involving guns or other weapons or potential weapons. These can be charges that involve the alleged unlawful possession of a firearm, the carrying of a concealed weapon without having a license, or the use of a weapon that places others at risk of harm.
Weapons violation cases can be complicated, and you deserve an attorney who is going to do everything in their power to get you a not-guilty verdict.
- Violent felonies, such as homicide, robbery or sexual assault
- Theft. When a person is arrested for theft or retail theft charges, they are typically accused of taking property belonging to someone else with the intention of depriving the owner of that property. The more specific charges that can be applied to these situations will depend on the value of the item or the amount of money involved in the case.
- Juvenile law. When a minor is accused of violating the law, the courts are strict. They’ll likely face some kind of juvenile delinquency proceedings, and they may even be transferred to an adult court if the charges are of a specific nature. At C. Norris Law Group, we are here to protect your child from a guilty verdict and defend their future, which no one will steal if we have anything to say about it.
- Assault and battery. Chicago has seen a five-year high in the number of assault and battery cases across the city. Many of these cases have originated out of communities with a large Black population. If your loved one has been charged with assault, they have likely been accused of threatening to harm someone.If the battery is also part of their charges, they are likely being accused of actually hurting the alleged victim. We are here to fight.
The stakes are high when you face criminal charges. We have the skill and experience to champion your rights from the beginning of your defense case until our work with you has ended.
Working With You For A Strong Outcome
Every defendant in a criminal case would like to hear the words “case dismissed” as soon as possible. Sometimes, this outcome is attainable, and if so, you can rest assured that we will not let you miss the chance. Other positive outcomes, depending on the facts of your case, might be:
- Reduced bail or no bail to stay out of jail
- Probation instead of jail time
- Acquittal at trial
- A deferred sentence with the potential of no conviction on record
- Reduced charges
- Reduced penalties
- Conditional release combined with drug dependency treatment, anger management therapy or other alternatives to a conviction and sentencing
These are just a sampling of potential outcomes in our clients’ cases. Our holistic approach to criminal defense often includes cooperation from family members of the accused. When necessary, you can trust our team to aggressively try your case in court. We will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of the best achievable results for you in your misdemeanor or felony case.
What to Do if Your Loved One Is Arrested in Chicago
Ight, so boom, here’s the facts: the arrest of a family member can be shocking, especially in situations where you know for a fact that they are innocent. You may, at first, feel helpless, but guess what? Help is just one phone call away. When your loved one is arrested, you don’t have to deal with the situation alone, and there are actionable steps you can take.
First, you’ll need to call Cierra, but your job isn’t done there. Oh no, there are several more things you can do to help in the fight for your loved one’s innocence. Once you’ve contacted the team at C. Norris Law Group, it is important that you retain your composure and start taking certain actions to help the case, including:
- Gathering information. It is not your job to investigate the case and gather evidence; leave that to Cierra N. Norris and her team. Instead, there are certain forms of information that can help us in preparing your loved one’s defense strategy. Write down the time of the arrest, as well as the date and the location.
You may be able to ask the arresting officer to give you a rundown of all the charges your family member or loved one is facing. - Ensure they’ve invoked their right to counsel. Under the Fifth Amendment, if a person is accused of a crime, they have the right to remain silent and to have an attorney present on their behalf. Ensure your loved one has invoked their right to counsel, and if that right is violated, the prosecution better be prepared.
- Attend the arraignment. The arraignment for your loved one’s case is a preliminary hearing during which the charges will be read, and a plea deal can be entered. During this hearing, the judge assigned to the case will determine whether or not to release your loved one or hold them in lieu of bail.It is essential to have a Chicago criminal defense attorney present during this meeting, as they can help prevent evidence from being thrown out or the charges from being dropped completely.
At C. Norris Law Group, we understand how scary criminal charges can be. We want to do everything we can to keep you or your loved one cleared of charges and avoid any time they may be forced to stay in prison. 28.9% of people who go to jail have a better chance of developing depression once they try to reintegrate themselves into life after prison, and they don’t deserve that. Instead, let Cierra N. Norris fight for you.
Start Building Your Defense Today
At C. Norris Law Group, we go the extra mile for our clients. We are ready to explore every avenue leading to the outcome you seek. The sooner you call us, the sooner we can start building your defense. To schedule an initial consultation, call 312-625-6129 or complete our online intake form. Now is not the time to swallow a guilty verdict. Now is the time to stand up and fight. If your loved one has been arrested, you’d better call Cierra today.
