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A Skilled Criminal Defense Attorney Ready To Be Your Advocate

A criminal charge and conviction may result in drastic consequences for anyone. It may damage your personal and professional reputation. Your associates and friends may avoid you. Finding a job may be difficult, and challenges may surface for years to come.

If accused of white collar crimes, drunk driving, drug-related charges and traffic offenses, you need a skilled and aggressive criminal defense attorney who knows how to advocate for you. Smith, O’Toole and Brooke, in Lexington, Kentucky, has represented hundreds of clients throughout the region. Our attorneys will do our best to get the charges dismissed or reduced or secure an acquittal at trial. We are skilled negotiators and skilled litigators ready to assist.

White Collar Crimes, DUI, Drug Charges And Traffic Violations

Whether accused of a misdemeanor or a felony, you can expect effective, solid and competent representation. We are attentive and focused on exploring every option available to help you. We have represented clients in many criminal cases, including:

  • White collar crimes such as fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, embezzlement, business fraud, insider trading, insurance fraud, cybercrimes, identity theft and forgery
  • Driving under the influence (DUI), which can lead to incarceration, fines, restitution and a revoked driver’s license
  • Drug-related crimes such as possession of controlled substances, including marijuana, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine; manufacturing; possession with intent to sell; and prescription drug crimes
  • Traffic offenses, including speeding, ignoring traffic signs and signals, reckless driving, fleeing the scene of an accident, and driving with a suspended license

With more than two decades of experience, we will advocate for you. Your future is at stake, so you need a law firm that has solid skills in criminal defense. That’s us.

Defending Against DUI Charges

If you are convicted of drunk driving, you face the possibility of a large fine, suspension of your driver's license, much higher insurance premiums and jail time. Smith, O’Toole and Brooke in Lexington and Richmond, Kentucky, will carefully examine all aspects of your case.

We will pay particular attention to constitutional and factual issues that could enable our firm to obtain a dismissal of the charge against you.

You Have Rights; We'll Advocate For You

Law enforcement must make legal and proper arrests. We will investigate your case and seek answers to questions that include:

  • Did the police have probable cause to arrest you?
  • Were the field sobriety tests properly conducted?
  • Were you properly informed of your rights?
  • Are the blood alcohol test results admissible in court?

Our goal whenever possible is to obtain a dismissal of the charge. If you choose, we can also represent you vigorously at trial or seek a reduction of the charge to a lesser offense. Our attorneys will be your strong advocate, seeking the best possible result for you.

To Get The Best Results Possible, Call Us Now

If you’ve made a terrible mistake or falsely accused of a crime, in Lexington, Kentucky,  we will represent you. Our attorneys will help you understand your legal rights and pursue the options needed to gain the best possible result. We have decades of experience and have represented many people in central Kentucky. We also have offices in Richmond. For a consultation, call us now at Smith, O’Toole and Brooke or send us an email.

We Provide a Solid Criminal Defense, So Call Now

Drunk driving charges are serious and could have a long-term effect on your personal and professional life. You need an experienced criminal defender. Smith, O’Toole and Brooke, in Lexington and Richmond, Kentucky, has the skills to represent you. Our attorneys are ready to protect your constitutional rights. Contact our attorneys at (859) 785-4010.

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