BRIDGEPORT CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS

Strategic Defense When Your Freedom Is on the Line

Being charged with a crime in Bridgeport isn’t just stressful—it can threaten your freedom, finances, and future. At The Maddox Law Firm, LLC, we respond with clarity, urgency, and strategic focus. We understand the pressure you’re under, and we know how to step in and take control of what comes next. We represent clients in both state and federal court, including cases involving DUI, drug charges, assault, theft, and complex felony allegations. We don’t make assumptions. We listen, investigate, and prepare. Every case demands a detailed, forward-moving response—and that’s exactly what we deliver.

WHY TRUST MATTERS IN YOUR DEFENSE

When you’re facing criminal charges, trust isn’t just helpful—it’s the starting point for any effective legal strategy. A strong, trust-based relationship between you and your criminal defense attorney paves the way for open communication, candid conversations, and a shared sense of purpose. Only when you feel heard and respected can your attorney truly get to the heart of your case—understanding every detail, concern, and objective.

• Open Communication: Candid conversations to gather every fact of your case.
• Mutual Respect: You deserve a defense that reflects your reality. We take the time to understand what matters to you—and we build your defense around it.
• Shared Purpose: Transparent teamwork leads to stronger outcomes and less stress.

This trust-based partnership empowers us to craft a defense that addresses your unique needs and gives you confidence throughout the process.

CRIMINAL CHARGES WE DEFEND IN BRIDGEPORT

A criminal charge in Bridgeport can result in serious penalties, including jail time, heavy fines, and a permanent record. Our Bridgeport attorneys provide aggressive defense strategies for:

• Driving While Intoxicated (DWI/DUI) & Reckless Driving: A single mistake shouldn’t follow you for the rest of your life. We help limit the fallout from impaired or reckless driving charges—protecting your license, your record, and your future.
• Narcotics Violations & Drug Crimes: We defend individuals charged with drug possession, intent to distribute, trafficking, and prescription-related violations. From minor infractions to felony charges, we act quickly to challenge the evidence and push back against assumptions.
  
• Federal Defense: Federal cases move aggressively —but we don’t shy away from courtroom pressure. We help clients facing charges like conspiracy, white-collar crimes and other serious offenses, bringing the preparation and composure needed when everything’s on the line.
  
• Assault & Sexual Assault: These charges carry personal and emotional weight. We work on establishing trust and protect individuals accused of physical violence, aggravated assault, or sexual offenses, ensuring your rights are upheld throughout the legal process.
• Murder & Homicide Charges: We can’t change what happened, but together, we can shape what happens next. With your cooperation and our experience, we challenge the evidence, examine every detail, and present your side clearly and thoughtfully. 
• Violations of Probation: You’re being accused of a violation—now everything feels at risk. We step in quickly to help you address the issue, whether it involves a missed check-in, new arrest, failed drug test, or technical violation.
• Breach of Peace & Disorderly Conduct: You may have had an argument, a loud night out, or just been in the wrong place at the wrong time. One moment of conflict shouldn’t define your record. We can help find solutions to keep this charge from becoming a lasting problem. 
• Arson & Criminal Mischief: We defend clients facing allegations involving intentional, accidental, or reckless destruction—fires, vandalism, or damage tied to disputes, protests, or emotional moments. 
• Larceny (Theft) & Criminal Trespass: From petty theft to burglary or trespassing, these allegations carry real consequences. Not every theft or trespass charge reflects who you are or what really happened. 
• Juvenile Charges: Minors are still learning and figuring out life. But when criminal charges come into play such as vandalism, theft, drugs or a fight at school —the court may not see it that way. We help minors find their voice and support families every step of the way.
• Gun Offenses & Weapons Charges: Carrying a weapon doesn’t make you dangerous—but violations can carry serious weight. Whether it’s possession, permit issues, or how the weapon was used, your reasons matter.
  
• Evading Responsibility: We understand leaving the scene of an accident does not always mean avoiding accountability. Sometimes it’s fear. Sometimes it’s confusion on what to do. Either way, we don’t judge and focus on protecting you from serious penalties. 

CLEARING YOUR CRIMINAL RECORD AFTER A CONVICTION

If you’ve already faced a conviction, your legal journey doesn’t necessarily end there. There are options available to have your criminal record wiped clean—a process known as expungement. Expungement serves as a legal remedy that can erase past convictions, giving you a fresh start as though those charges never occurred.

If you’ve been convicted, you may qualify for expungement—erasing past offenses to open doors for employment, housing, and education. The process requires:

• Filing a formal petition in Connecticut courts
• Meeting eligibility criteria based on conviction type and timeline
• Demonstrating rehabilitation efforts

We guide you every step—from eligibility review to petition preparation—so you can move forward with a clean slate.

WE’RE NOT HERE TO JUDGE –WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU MOVE FORWARD

We’re not here to judge what led you here. We’re here to listen, to explain what you’re up against, and to stand between you and what could come next. Whether the situation is complicated, misunderstood, or completely overwhelming—we’ll take it seriously. And we’ll act quickly.

If you're fighting criminal charges, our Bridgeport criminal defense attorneys are here to help you navigate the legal process with clarity. We’ve helped people in situations like yours take control of what happens next. Don’t wait to protect your future — the sooner we start, the better your chances of success.

Take the first step today. Contact The Maddox Law Firm, LLC, to discuss your case and explore your legal options.