San Jose Murder Lawyers
Murder cases get front page headlines all the time, especially if there are celebrities involved. Why is murder sensationalized? It may be because we try to understand the perpetrator’s state of mind, and the acts can be horrifying.
The San Jose murder attorneys of Valencia, Ippolito & Bowman have negotiated many murder cases on behalf of defendants.
A murder charge is a type of criminal homicide whereby a person is killed for no reason at all. The murder is intentional, malicious, and oftentimes planned. Murder is classified according to its seriousness – first degree, second degree, third degree (also called manslaughter).
San Jose Murder Charge
Murder has two elements – the act itself and the state of mind of the perpetrator. If you are charged with murder in San Jose, you need a lawyer that has experience and knowledge of California and federal murder laws.
Your defense attorney should also recognize the state of mind which may change the outcome of your case. Valencia, Ippolito & Bowman have defended individuals accused of murder and can defend you too.
If you are accused of murder, the location of the crime is important too. For example, if the crime occurred in California, California has jurisdiction. If the murder occurred on government property, or while crossing state lines, then the federal government also has jurisdiction. The murder of a member of the government, or a foreign diplomat, also gives the federal government jurisdiction.
Murder Laws & Defense
First Degree Murder
First degree murder is a premeditated killing that is committed without regard to human life.
Second Degree Murder
Second degree murder is when someone is killed intentionally but it is not planned, nor is it committed in the heat of passion.
Third Degree Murder
Third degree murder is when the purpose was to harm someone but not kill them.
Call us Now - Consultations are free
Our successful defensive tactics and strategy will gain the outcome you desire. Our attorneys have handled many first, second, and third degree murders, even cases
of false accusations. Serious crimes require serious attorneys.
Call Valencia, Ippolito & Bowman for any type of San Jose murder defense
at 877-7NO-JAIL, or fill out our online contact form with any questions you have.
Please also visit our San Jose homicide page to learn more.
