Criminal Defense

Trusted West Virginia Criminal Lawyer

If you or your loved one has been accused of committing a crime, it should never be taken lightly. Criminal convictions, both small and large, can follow a person throughout his or her lifetime.  A minor conviction today could be a barrier to obtaining a dream job in the future.  Moreover, most crimes carry the possibility of jail time.

Citizens have rights under both the state and federal constitution.  These rights include, but are not limited to: the right to remain silent; the right to counsel; and the right against unreasonable searches and seizures.  A criminal defense lawyer, after investigation of the facts of your case, will be able to determine whether your rights were violated and whether the State has a viable case against you.

While our office is located in Putnam County, West Virginia, Barney Law PLLC, as a Putnam County criminal defense lawyer and a Kanawha County criminal defense lawyer, handles criminal cases throughout the area.   Criminal lawyer Mark Barney has experience representing clients against charges such as:

  • Murder

  • Kidnapping

  • Malicious Assault

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Sexual Assault

  • Computer Fraud

  • Grand Larceny

  • Possession With the Intent to Deliver

  • Possession of Controlled Substances

  • Unlawful Possession of a Syringe

  • Brandishing a Deadly Weapon

  • Unlawfully Carrying a Concealed Weapon

  • Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm

  • Assault

  • Domestic Assault

  • Battery

  • Domestic Battery

  • Felony Domestic Battery

  • Battery on a Police Officer

  • Child Neglect

  • Driving on a Revoked License

  • No Insurance

  • DUI

  • DUI with Injury

  • Obstruction of a Police Officer

  • Fleeing

  • Leaving the Scene of an Accident

  • Shoplifting

  • Petit Larceny

  • Receiving or Transferring Stolen Goods

  • Fraudulently Procuring Utilities

  • Trespassing

  • Telephone Harassment

  • Public Intoxication

  • Destruction of Property

  • Automobile Tampering

  • Failure to Appear 

Additionally, Barney Law PLLC handles habeas corpus cases for persons who have been convicted and sentenced to prison for serious felonies throughout West Virginia. 

Experienced Teays Valley Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you believe you are going to be charged with a crime, you should promptly hire a criminal lawyer.  Our criminal justice system affords citizens certain constitutional rights before a criminal charge is ever brought.  Citizens have the right to be represented by counsel and to remain silent. 

Even then, if you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, it is critical that you hire a criminal lawyer to represent you in court.  Barney Law PLLC will ensure evidence is promptly preserved and that your constitutional rights are fully protected.  Mark A. Barney has the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to identify weaknesses in the prosecution and minimize the harsh consequences associated with a criminal conviction. 

Hurricane attorney Mark A. Barney defends clients against misdemeanor cases and high-stakes felony cases in Putnam County, Kanawha County, and the surrounding areas.