Violent Crimes Attorney In Belleville, Illinois

When you call Richard Roustio Attorney at Law, I can help you tell your story. When you call my firm, one of the first things I do is set aside time to understand your circumstances and goals as clearly and thoroughly as possible. After that, I take time to help you understand the laws applicable to your situation and help ensure that you have an accurate, realistic idea of how your case will likely turn out. Then, I work with you to develop a strategy designed to assist you in protecting your rights, future, and freedom.

I have been representing criminal defendants for more than 30 years and have the in-depth knowledge of the criminal justice system you need to succeed. I also have spent significant time in court in front of judges and juries and have become a successful, highly skilled trial advocate. I represent criminal defendants in Belleville, Illinois, and throughout Randolph and Perry Counties.

What is Considered a Violent Crime?

Typically, a violent crime is one where a person is directly or indirectly harmed by the unlawful conduct of another person. In many situations, the accused need not actually commit a violent act in order to be charged with a violent crime, as is often the case with “aggravated” crimes involving the threat of violence.

Violent crimes can refer to a wide variety of offenses, such as:

• Aggravated assault
• Arson
• Battery
• Burglary
• Domestic violence
• Gang violence
• Larceny
• Manslaughter
• Motor vehicle theft
• Murder 
• Rape
• Robbery
• Sexual assault