Defending Criminal Charges

At the Law Offices of Matthew H. Green, we have over 30 years of collective experience representing individuals charged with a variety of misdemeanor and felony criminal offenses. We understand how difficult and unnerving it can be when you are charged with a criminal offense.  Our client-centered approach focuses on providing our clients with superior communication throughout our representation.  We strive to provide you timely information regarding your case and the criminal court process throughout our representation.  Whether you are charged with DUI or a serious felony offense, the Law Offices of Matthew H. Green will work tirelessly to develop a strong defense.

We provide representation to individuals charged in state, local and federal courts. Your criminal case will receive the kind of personal attention that you expect. Call (520) 882-8852 now to schedule an initial consultation with our criminal defense attorneys..

The Law Offices of Matthew H. Green will provide you with experienced and aggressive defense in the following areas:

• DUI and Vehicular Crimes
• Drug Crimes
• Violent Crimes
• Theft and Fraud
• Sex Crimes
• Federal and Immigration Crimes
• Precharging and Investigation
• Expunging Convictions & Appeals

The Importance of An Immigration and Criminal Defense Lawyer In Drug-Related Cases

If you are not a U.S. Citizen, almost any kind of drug conviction can result in your deportation. Even worse, most drug convictions can prevent you from legally returning to the United States after deportation. There are, however, certain ways in which your federal or state drug-related case can be resolved to avoid the consequences of deportation and future inadmissibility. As a lawyer who regularly practices both criminal defense and immigration law, Matthew Green understands exactly how your criminal case will ultimately affect your immigration case.

At the Law Offices of Matthew H. Green, we understand that many times, the most important objective for a client and his family to stay in the United States, and that the immigration case that lies ahead is actually much more important than the ongoing criminal case. Matthew Green serves his non-citizen clients well by regularly appearing in the criminal courts and the immigration courts. The Law Offices of Matthew H. Green represents non-citizen clients in criminal cases and deportation proceedings. By doing so, Mr. Green and his staff are able to more effectively manage a client's total criminal and immigration interests by attempting to resolve the criminal case in such a way that the client maximizes his chances of winning in immigration court.

"Border Crimes"

Because of its proximity to the Mexico border, many individuals--U.S. Citizens and immigrants alike--often find themselves accused of participating in what are commonly known as "border crimes." Such crimes include:

• Possession of illegal drugs
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Possession for sale
• Possession with the intent to distribute
• Transportation
• Importation
• Conspiracy to possess drugs for sale, distribution, importation, transportation

We represent individuals charged with all types and quantities of illegal substances, such as:

• Marijuana
• Methamphetamine
• Cocaine
• Heroin
• Ecstasy

Clearing Your Criminal Record · Appealing the Court's Decision

A conviction is a stain on your criminal record. It can affect your employment, loan eligibility, housing and schooling. If you are a non-citizen, it can cause you to be deported. However, if you have been convicted of a crime, you have the right to seek post-conviction relief.

At the Law Offices of Matthew H. Green in Tucson, Arizona, we handle expungements, or "set-asides," in Arizona state courts and appeals in both the state and federal courts. We understand how a conviction can negatively impact your future, particularly if you are facing deportation. Our goal is to explore all available possibilities to clear your criminal record so you can move on with your life. For our non-citizen clients, our objective is simple: we try to avoid your deportation.