Criminal Defense Lawyer

Serving Brandon, Jackson & Central Mississippi

At the Law Offices of Mel Coxwell, P.A., in Brandon, Mississippi, preparation for criminal cases begins immediately. Chances of getting your charges reduced or dismissed are greatest before the case goes to the Grand Jury. When we take your case, we launch our own investigation to examine the crime scene and uncover critical information or evidence. We work quickly to develop your case.

How to Choose a Criminal Defense Attorney

Questions About Criminal Defense

As a former assistant district attorney for the Hinds and Madison/Rankin District Attorney’s Office, Brandon Lawyer Mel Coxwell spent years assisting local law enforcement in the preparation of criminal cases. During his last 16 years in state and federal court, Mel Coxwell successfully prosecuted or defended charges of capital murder, murder, manslaughter, vehicular manslaughter, armed robbery, armed carjacking, strong arm robbery, sale of narcotics, possession of narcotics, larceny, and DUI. We have the experience necessary to quickly and accurately assess your case to determine an effective strategy.

Broad scope of criminal defense

As a former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, Jackson Attorney Mel Coxwell has defended all types of criminal cases—from misdemeanors to felonies, and cases in state, federal, and appellate courts.

Criminal cases our firm represents include:

Protect your rights – obtain legal defense quickly

If you are under investigation for a white-collar crime, it may be several months or years before charges are brought against you. However, once the prosecution settles on you as the target, you begin an uphill battle. Your smartest move is to obtain an experienced, competent criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. This is true not only of white-collar crime, but also of any criminal investigation or allegation. The sooner we can begin preparing your defense, the more opportunity we have to uncover vital evidence.

Arrange a free consultation

We discuss your case in a free, initial consultation. Just knowing your case is in good hands can relieve some of the stress you are experiencing. Call our Mississippi law firm at 601-825-3124 or contact us online today.

Mel Coxwell, P.A. serves clients in Jackson, and other cities in Central Mississippi, such as Canton, Clinton, Forest, Brandon, Madison, Pearl, Ridgeland, and Vicksburg.

Mel Coxwell P.A. | 20 Eastgate Drive, Suite E | Brandon, Mississippi 39042