Pre-filing of formal criminal charges/posting bail

Marc P. Lyons and Philip M. Snyder aggressively advocate our client's positions to the State Attorney's Office before a case filer reaches a decision.

Time Is of the Essence

If you have been recently arrested, or you have been made aware by law enforcement that you are the subject of an investigation, it is critical that you contact Lyons, Snyder & Collin immediately.

The Firm founders, Marc P. Lyons and Philip M. Snyder, have experience persuading the State Attorney's Office not to pursue criminal charges against our clients, even after law enforcement makes an arrest. By providing the State Attorney's Office with a variety of evidence and case law not provided by law enforcement, we can often persuade the Assistant State Attorney assigned to the case that criminal charges are not appropriate.

You Never Get a Second Chance to Make
a First Impression

Just because you have been arrested by a law enforcement officer, it does not mean that the State Attorney's Office will file formal charges against you. Frequently, Lyons, Snyder & Collin successfully persuades the State Attorney's Office to have our clients charge(s) reduced or even dropped prior to a formal filing decision. A reduced or dropped charge may make a tremendous difference in the ultimate resolution of your case and could save you thousands of dollars in legal fees.

Everything You Say Can and Will Be Used
Against You

Do not speak to a law enforcement officer or an Assistant State Attorney before seeking the advice of an experience criminal defense attorney. Any subject of a criminal investigation that agrees to speak to a law enforcement officer or an Assistant State Attorney without an attorney may damage their case severely. As former Special Unit Assistant State Attorneys, Marc P. Lyons and Philip M. Snyder understand what evidence the State Attorney's Office considers before making a filing decision. Let Lyons, Snyder & Collin act as an intermediary to communicate your position and highlight beneficial evidence.

Know Your Rights

If you are arrested, the Court will set a bond amount in your case. Typically, the Court will set a standard bond commensurate with the criminal charge. The Court will set a “No Bond” hold on the most severe felony charges. The purpose of setting bond is to give you freedom pending resolution of your case. The bond amount should be no more than is reasonable necessary to guarantee your appearance in court.

Lyons, Snyder & Collin has experience petitioning the Court to set bond, reduce bond, or release you on your own recognizance. Marc P. Lyons and Philip M. Snyder will file timely motions to potentially secure your immediate release.

Contact Lyons, Snyder & Collin 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 954.462.8035 for your free consultation.