- Child Custody and VisitationSimple assault in NH is punishable by up to a year in jail and a fine of up to $2,000. It can have other consequences as well in certain circumstances, such as restraining orders, loss of child custody rights, and deportation problems for non-citizens.
- Criminal DefenseAttorney Wiberg has three decades of criminal law experience that can be utilized in creating a legal strategy based on the facts and circumstances of your situation. If hired, our team will investigate all aspects of your arrest and what led up to it to determine your legal options and the best way to defend you. With so much at stake, you should only rely on a defense attorney with the type of commitment and demonstrated results that you will find at our firm.
- DUI/DWIThe moment an officer pulls your car over and suspects you of drunk driving, the police are gathering evidence to use against you. One of the most important things you can do during the interaction with the police during a traffic stop is to know about your rights! You have a right to remain silent, a right to speak to an attorney before speaking to the police, and have an attorney to represent you if you are being accused, charged, or arrested for a crime such as DWI/DUI.
- Sex CrimesSex crime convictions are among the most serious of all convictions due to the attached social stigma as well as the severe penalties involved. These crimes occur when any type of sexual contact is made without the full consent of both parties. It includes sexual contact with minors who are not of an age to consent, as well as with mentally incapacitated victims or those who have been rendered unconscious through alcohol or drugs. Other sex crimes include sexting and child pornography.
- RobberyAny arrest for a violent crime — including domestic violence, robbery, or a sex crime — can become more uncertain for the accused when a weapons charge is involved. Those convicted of three or more felonies of specific categories also face severe penalties of 10 to 40 years in prison and fines of up to $25,000 if found possessing a gun.
- White Collar CrimesYou may learn the police or investigators are looking into a crime or situation that has occurred or is ongoing. This situation could happen with a violent crime with few witnesses, such as murder or a long-term investigation into the white-collar crime. If the police call you to give a statement or ask you a few questions, it may be a good idea to talk to a lawyer first and even bring a lawyer with you to any meetings with law enforcement officers. When the police are investigating a crime, they are trying to build a case. They do this by interviewing people and gathering evidence. Sometimes an admission or statement to the police ends up being powerful evidence against you. Before you give the police information that could be used against you, contact us!
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsAfter an arrest has happened, the County Attorney’s Office prosecutes the charges in Court. The person charged with a crime or offense is called the defendant. The prosecutor files the charges against the defendant. The charges against the defendant may be a simple misdemeanor or a serious felony. The difference between a misdemeanor and a felony is the maximum penalties allowed. A felony will carry a higher maximum penalty, and these charges are usually the most serious.
- Drug CrimesHave you been arrested for a drug crime in or around Rockingham County or elsewhere in New Hampshire or Massachusetts? A drug conviction can have a serious impact on your future. Aside from criminal penalties, you may face the negative impact of a permanent criminal record showing up on any routine background check. That means landlords, employers, and educational funding entities may turn you down in the future. You need to ensure your case is handled in a thorough and professional manner.
- AssaultAt Wiberg Law Office, PLLC you can turn to our Portsmouth assault and battery defense attorney who has been representing clients for close to three decades.
- MurderCapital murder, intentionally causing another’s death with aggravating factors such as in an especially cruel or depraved manner, multiple victims, killing a police officer, or victims particularly vulnerable due to age, youth, or weakness
- HomicideHomicide allegations are the most serious accusations you can face. Your future and freedom will be seriously altered if you are convicted of taking the life of another. If you are under investigation for any type of homicide or were already charged, you need a defense attorney who has the requisite experience and legal skills to handle such a charge. We highly recommend that you turn to Wiberg Law Office, PLLC.
- ShopliftingTheft crimes are among the more common types of offenses that courts handle in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts. These crimes can range from shoplifting small items from a retail store to armed robbery and home invasions.
- Restraining Order
- Kidnapping
- ManslaughterManslaughter involves killing another person without malice aforethought. Malice aforethought refers to the reckless or extreme disregard for life or the intent to seriously kill or harm. On the other hand, murder involves killing another person with malice aforethought. Because of this, being convicted of murder generally incurs harsher penalties than a manslaughter conviction.
- ExtortionOther circumstances can cause a theft to become a felony offense such as having prior theft offenses, the type of property stolen, and other surrounding circumstances such as extortion or being armed with a deadly weapon at the time of the theft.
- Premises Liability
- Personal InjuryIt’s easy to take your health for granted, but never is it truer than when you are injured. Accidents can happen to anyone at any time, and when they are caused by someone’s carelessness or reckless behavior, it feels even worse. You want to know your medical bills will be covered by the person who caused them, and insurance companies will do just about anything to avoid paying their fair share. At Wiberg Law Office, PLLC, our Portsmouth personal injury lawyer can help you fight for what you are rightfully owed. Call today for a free consultation about your case.
- Medical Malpractice