A criminal defense attorney helps someone who has been accused of a crime get the best possible legal representation. They might be able to help you find evidence that could help your case, or negotiate a plea bargain that would lessen the charges against you. They can also act as a sort of "go-between" between you and the prosecutor.

How does criminal defense work?

A criminal defense lawyer helps someone accused of committing a crime defend themselves in court. The lawyer will research the case and determine what defenses are available to the client. Different defenses can include proving that the defendant didn't actually commit the crime, getting someone else convicted instead, or proving that the defendant was wrongfully accused. 

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Criminal defense attorneys also help their clients get bail or reduce their sentence if they're found guilty. If someone is charged with a felony, it means that the person has committed a serious crime. Most felonies are punishable by at least one year of imprisonment. 

Some states have harsher penalties for some types of felonies, such as murder or terrorism.Some misdemeanors are also considered felonies in certain states. For example, In New Jersey, simple assault can be an offense for which the court may impose up to 10 years of incarceration if it's prosecuted as a felony (third-degree offense).On top of that, there are several crimes that are both misdemeanors and felonies.