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From violent felonies to misdemeanors, being charged with a crime in Roanoke, Va can be terrifying. But don't wait to seek help. The decisions you make now will have a huge impact on your situation. At the law firm of Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico, our Roanoke criminal attorneys work tirelessly to minimize the potential consequences of a Virginia criminal charge so you can move on with your life.

Our law firm in Roanoke has been helping Virginia residents and their families who have been charged with crimes for over 50 years. Call a Roanoke criminal defense lawyer with Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico right away. We have the qualifications and trial experience to effectively deal with a wide range of criminal matters and are here to help. As Virginia criminal defense attorneys, we meet people in one of the most stressful situations that they'll ever face.

Situations of stress create pretty strong emotions, and we understand that. The first thing we do with our clients is demystify the legal system and eliminate anxiety they might have about what lies ahead of them.
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Serving the Roanoke area for more than 50 years, Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico is a respected law firm focused on criminal defense.
Our Roanoke criminal defense attorneys have a reputation for aggressively defending clients' rights at every step of the criminal justice process.
We will work to minimize the potential consequences of a criminal charge on your life.
Whether you need help with a traffic violation or a violent crime, we have the resources to help you obtain the best possible outcome in your case.
Michelle has been practicing criminal law for over 20 years, and her experience in the Roanoke area courts helps her deliver outstanding results for her clients.
She believes that, regardless of perceived guilt, everyone deserves a good defense.
The justice system, and in many ways peoples' liberty, depends upon making the prosecution actually prove guilt.
She considers that a privilege that should be exercised to ensure that good people aren't punished without cause.
Michelle's path to Roanoke included a number of stops along the way.
Rick helps people with a variety of legal issues, ranging from business formation to criminal and traffic defense.
He is originally from New Jersey, but moved to Virginia to pursue an undergraduate degree in finance at Virginia Tech.
From Blacksburg, he set out for Athens, Georgia where he completed law school at The University of Georgia in 1991.
Shortly after graduation, he joined the law firm of Copenhaver, Ellet & Derrico.
Not only is Rick a very capable attorney, but he also possesses both the compassion necessary to truly care for his clients and a down-to-earth demeanor that allows him to relate to those he represents.
It's normal to be overwhelmed with the criminal justice process when you've been charged with a crime.
You may be facing an intense criminal investigation where your rights are rarely respected.
You may be threatened with incarceration, large fines, and other penalties.
It's important at times like this to seek the help of an experienced Roanoke criminal defense attorney.
Our team of lawyers will compassionately listen to your story and build an aggressive defense against allegations being made.
Alcohol offenses in Virginia target drinkers who are underage, consume alcohol in public, or show signs of intoxication in public.
Crimes related to alcohol tend to be misdemeanors with relatively small fines of up to $250 but if you are facing legal troubles, don't hesitate to contact an alcohol attorney from Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico today.
Penalties are stiffer for underage drinkers, who may incur a minimum $500 fine, probation, 50 hours of community service, and a possible driver's license suspension.
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