Don't Let One Mistake Ruin Your Child's Life
One night of drinking or one bad choice shouldn't ruin your life. Unfortunately, for many college students that is exactly what happens. A DUI/DWI charge, drug possession charge or even an underage drinking charge can not only bring serious criminal consequences, but limit a young adult's future as well.
Qualifying for federal financial aid, getting into graduate school, getting a professional license in the medical industry or obtaining a job where security clearance is necessary can all be difficult — if not impossible — if you have a criminal conviction on your record.
If your college student has been charged with a crime, the most important thing you can do to protect them is to seek experienced legal counsel. Peter D. Zellmer is a skilled defense lawyer. He will help mitigate the negative impact of a criminal offense and preserve your child's future opportunities.
Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the law office of Peter D. Zellmer, PLLC, defends college students at Wake Forest University, High Point University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), Guilford College, Greensboro College, North Carolina A&T State University, Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), Elon University, Guilford Technical Community College, Forsyth Technical Community College, and other colleges and universities in the triad area against a wide range of criminal offenses, including:
- Drunk driving, including felony DUI/DWI
- Underage drinking
- Drug possession and distribution
- Sex offenses
Resolving Today's Legal Issue, Avoiding Future Problems
When representing young adults, Mr. Zellmer has two goals:
First, to minimize the impact of the criminal charge. As a former Assistant District Attorney, he knows how his former colleagues work. He draws upon this experience when negotiating deals and litigating in court to get better results for his clients.
Second, to help his clients get their lives on the right track. He often encourages clients to seek alcohol treatment both as a pretrial strategy and to help them resolve any issues they have with alcohol so future criminal charges don't occur.
Mr. Zellmer also provides expungement services. If your child's criminal charge was dismissed or he or she was found not guilty, Mr. Zellmer can petition for an expungement so the criminal charges are erased from your child's record.
One Mistake Can Derail A Life. Don't Let It. Call 336-274-1168 Now
If your college-age child has been charged with a crime, you need to act fast. Contact the law office of Peter D. Zellmer, PLLC, today for help. Call 336-274-1168 or contact the firm online. Peter D. Zellmer offers free 30-minute phone consultations and is available to meet with your child in jail if necessary.