Murder Attorneys
Offices nationwide including Atlanta, GA
Murder is the intentional unlawful killing of one human being by another. It is distinct from manslaughter, the accidental unlawful killing of one human being from another, and lawful homicides, which are either justifiable or excusable.
Sentences for a conviction on a charge of murder include:
- Up to life imprisonment with or without parole
- Death penalty
- Significant fines
- Other
Defenses for Murder may potentially include:
- Defense of self/ home/ family, especially in states with "no duty to retreat" or "make my day" laws
- Insufficient evidence
- Provable innocence
- Insanity
- Battered woman
- Other
Our Criminal Case page provides more information on the following:
- Why you may receive a stiffer sentence
- What you can do to improve the outcome of your case
- What The Cochran Firm can do to help you
