Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC

DUI Defense - Drug Charges - Theft - Traffic Offenses
If you are facing criminal charges, the first thing to do is keep calm and seek legal advice. Criminal charges — even for a misdemeanor crime — can have serious and long-lasting consequences. Before you take action on your own, it is a wise move to at least consult with an experienced criminal defense lawyer about your legal options.

A Local Law Firm With Knowledgeable Criminal Defense Lawyers
The criminal defense practice at the Northern Virginia law firm of Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC, is led by veteran criminal defense lawyer Carleton Penn III, who brings to bear more than 27 years of criminal law experience on behalf of the firm's clients. Mr. Penn is a life member of the Fairfax City Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Virginia College of Criminal Attorneys and an invited member of the National College for DUI Defense.

Confident Defense for Misdemeanor or Felony Charges
Our criminal defense practice handles criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor marijuana possession to felony vehicular manslaughter and homicide. A former state-certified fire officer, Mr. Penn is frequently called upon by local fire departments to consult in arson cases.

The types of criminal cases our firm handles most frequently include:

DUI arrests
Felony DUI
Driver's license suspension
Serious traffic offenses
Theft and shoplifting
Drug offenses
Our clients include residents of Fairfax and the surrounding communities, as well as students of George Mason University.

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