Criminal Defense

If you have a case pending in Baldwin, Mobile or Washington County call The Monk Law Firm.  The initial consultation is free. The firm has represented clients in municipal courts in the cities of Bay Minette, Bayou La Batre, Elberta, Daphne, Chickasaw, Foley, Creola, Dauphin Island, Citronelle, Fairhope, Orange Beach, Prichard, Robertsdale, Saraland, Satsuma, Silverhill, Summerdale, Spanish Fort, Mobile, Mount Vernon, and Gulf Shores just to name a few. Additionally, The Monk Law Firm has represented clients in District and Circuit Courts of Baldwin, Mobile and Washington County.

If you have been arrested, you should consult an attorney as soon as possible because a criminal conviction could cause you to lose your job, your driving privileges or even your freedom. The range of punishment for different crimes varies on whether the criminal charge is pending in state or municipal court. For example:

Municipal Misdemeanor Punishment:			State Misdemeanor Punishment:
	• Up to $500 plus court costs			• Up to $6,000 plus court costs
	• Up to 6 months in jail			• Up to a year in jail
	• Not applicable to DUI's			• Not applicable to DUI's

DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Punishment:
	DUI 1st Conviction:
		• $600-$2,100 fine plus court costs • Up to a year in jail
	DUI 2nd Conviction:
		• $1,100-$5,100 fine plus court costs • Up to a year in jail but must serve a minimum 5 days in jail or complete 30 days community service
	DUI 3rd Conviction:
		• $2,100-$10,100 fine plus court costs • Up to a year in jail but must serve a minimum of 60 days in jail.
	DUI 4th Conviction:
		• $4,100-$10,100 fine plus court costs • Up to 10 years in jail