Criminal Defense

Experience is critical when one faces criminal charges, so you want the most experienced criminal defense attorney. Darrell Smith has represented thousands of defendants in Johnson County and knows the criminal justice system in Kansas. His office is based in Olathe, Kansas.

Darrell held positions as an Assistant District Attorney in Johnson County, Kansas (1988-1995) and Assistant County Attorney in Miami County, Kansas (1986-1988) prior to starting his own practice. He is also a long-term member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Darrell Smith can put his knowledge of the system to work for you.

It is necessary to develop the best defenses prior to discussing settlement or going to trial. From the moment of your charging, through trial, Darrell will put his extensive trial and jury experience to use in your defense.

Trust someone who knows the system to provide the right representation and guidance.

Contact Johnson County, Kansas Criminal Defense Attorney, Darrell Smith.

My success in the Criminal Defense arena is due in part to my extensive investigation process. I will:

  • Interview witnesses

  • Review your case file

  • Investigate backgrounds

  • Investigate the circumstances of the arrest

Plea Bargaining
Sometimes a criminal defendant and the prosecution can negotiate an agreement that resolves the criminal matter. Usually, the prosecutor agrees to reduce a charge, drop some of multiple charges or recommend a more lenient sentence in exchange for the defendant’s guilty plea, often to a lesser offense or to fewer than all offenses charged. But negotiation is not a haphazard process; a seasoned criminal-defense attorney is a real advantage to a criminal defendant throughout the plea-bargaining process.

Sentencing
Many negative consequences can result from a criminal conviction. First, the court will impose a sentence, which commonly may include incarceration, fines, court costs, restitution, probation or, in some jurisdictions, death. Second, a criminal conviction may result in more indirect effects like stigma or estrangement from family, friends or professional colleagues. A person with a criminal record may have trouble with employment, insurance, credit or housing. If not a U.S. citizen, he or she may become ineligible for citizenship. He or she may lose or become ineligible for professional licenses, welfare benefits or firearms. Because of the potentially devastating consequences of a conviction, it is in the best interest of a defendant to have a strong, experienced attorney at his or her side to fight to preserve legal and constitutional rights every step of the way.

I have the resources and experience to handle any type of criminal allegation, including:

  • Battery

  • Aggravated battery

  • Possession with intent to distribute
    o Ecstasy
    o Cocaine
    o Party drugs
    o Narcotics
    o Hallucinogens

  • Robbery

  • Home invasion

  • Retail theft/shopping

  • Theft

  • Theft by deception

  • Credit card fraud

  • Forgery

  • Deadly weapons

  • Firearms

  • Aggravated discharge of firearms

  • Sex offenses
    o Aggravated sexual abuse
    o Rape
    o Predatory criminal sexual assault
    o Prostitution
    o Child pornography
    o Cybersex offenses

  • Unauthorized use of weapons

  • Criminal Trespass

  • Arson

  • Aggravated Arson

  • Forfeiture

  • Homicide

  • Murder

  • DUI

  • Murder for hire

  • Conspiracy

  • White-collar crime

  • Embezzlement

  • Kidnapping

  • Stalking

  • Child abduction