Your Virginia Criminal Defense Lawyer.
You don't have to face your charges alone. Being accused of a crime can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Together, we can fight for your future.
What We Do
You don't have to face your charges alone. Being accused of a crime can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Together, we can fight for your future.
Criminal charges can be disastrous and can affect your personal and professional life. Which is why we use our extensive experience and skills to defend you when you need it most. We understand that this is a scary and uncertain time in your life; this is why we pride ourselves on a client-focused approach. We want to get to know you in order to understand your needs, understand what outcomes you’re after, and how we can work together to create a unique and personalized defense for your case.
Practice Areas
DUI/DWI’s are easily one of the most complicated areas of laws with some of the harshest punishments of any misdemeanor charges. If convicted, you could be facing up to 12 months in jail, 12 months loss of license, mandatory fines, and mandatory participation in the Virginia Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program.
Due to the complexity and technicalities associated with proving DUI/DWI cases in court, there are often mistakes the police or prosecution make that can give you an advantage in your case. Common defenses we can use in your DUI/DWI case include illegally stopping or arresting you, failing to properly administer the Field Sobriety Tests, or even failing to keep the devices that measure how much you’ve had to drink in proper working order.
If you’ve been charged with a DUI/DWI, call us immediately for your free consultation. We want to use our experience and expertise to build a unique and personal defense specific to your DUI/DWI charges that will help you get closer to the results you want.
Being charged with a criminal offense is always a serious thing. Depending on the offense, you could be facing jail time or steep fines. The best way to reduce the chances of these criminal charges from seriously affecting your liberty, job, or financial situation is to hire an experienced attorney. Fortunately for you, the Merino Law Office has dedicated its practice to Criminal Defense. Meaning we only do one area of law because we do it very well. Don’t’ believe us? check out our client testimonials in the section below. Afterwards, give us call for your free consultation and to begin the process of getting through these challenging times.
Most traffic citations or charges may seem harmless on the surface, but there are dangers associated with these types of offenses. Depending on the seriousness of the traffic offense, you could be facing jail time. A hidden danger of these types of offenses can be the negative points you can accumulate on your driving record if convicted. The more negative points you have, the more likely you are of losing your license or having increased insurance premiums. Traffic offenses are often very technical resulting in potential defenses in your case. Before you decide to prepay that traffic ticket, give us a call for your free consultation.
Domestic Assault & Battery is considered a class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia—that means a fine of up to $2500 and up to 12 months in jail. Additionally, Domestic Assault & Battery convictions carry other consequences such as the inability to posses firearms or having a protective order issued against you. If you’ve been charged with Domestic Assault & Battery, there may be defenses to your case. Don’t risk going to court alone. Call us now for a free consultation.
Testimonials
About Your Attorney, Herson Merino
Herson Merino has dedicated the majority of his career to criminal defense and has defended hundreds of clients all over Northern Virginia. Herson attended the UDC David A. Clarke School of law and graduated with high honors. It is here where he began to craft and refine his litigation and trial advocacy skills. His passion to fight for his clients and excellent academic achievements allowed him to qualify for a special student attorney license. By his second year in law school, he was already practicing law in the D.C. Courts, handling a multitude of criminal misdemeanor cases.
After law school, Herson continued on the Criminal Defense path and gained even more experience working as a public defender and in other private criminal defense law firms in the area. With more than half a decade of experience, Herson knows how to handle all types of cases; ranging from traffic infractions to serious life-in-prison types of felonies, and everything in between. Be it the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, General District Court, or Circuit Court, Herson is always fighting to get the best possible results for his clients.
Herson is also a strong believer in that aggressive litigation is only half of what makes a good lawyer. The other half is that ability to listen to his clients. It’s the ability to have compassion, understanding, and empathy in this stressful and scary time. Herson is not just your lawyer, he’s your friend. A friend who’s going to help you overcome maybe one of the scariest times of your life.
Don't wait until it is too late. Call for your free consultation today.
703-634-3113 | herson@merinolawoffice.com | 3977 Chain Bridge Rd. Suite B1,Fairfax, VA 22030
