Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense Attorneys serving Richmond and Madison County, Kentucky

O’Neal Law Office represents individuals charged with criminal offenses in Richmond and Madison County, Kentucky, as well as surrounding counties in serious criminal cases. Our practice focuses primarily on misdemeanor criminal defense, felony criminal defense and DUI defense, where preparation and extensive experience are critical to the outcomes. We approach each case from the outset with the expectation that it may be decided by a jury trial, and that perspective guides how cases are evaluated, negotiated, resolved, and, when necessary, tried before a jury.

The sooner you enlist our help, the better. We’re here for you 24/7, no matter where or when legal problems arise. Contact us via email or call us at 859-316-3944 to schedule a consultation.

DUI & Traffic Offenses

  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
  • First Offense DUI
  • Second Offense DUI
  • Third Offense DUI
  • Fourth or Subsequent DUI
  • Aggravated Driving Under the Influence
  • DUI Involving Accident or Injury
  • DUI Resulting in Death
  • Refusal to Submit to Chemical Testing
  • Administrative License Suspension
  • Driving on a DUI Suspended License
  • Leaving the Scene of an Accident
  • Failure to Render Aid
  • Reckless Driving
  • Careless Driving
  • Fleeing or Evading Police (Motor Vehicle)
  • Fleeing or Evading Police (On Foot)
  • Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License
  • Habitual Traffic Offender

Drug & Controlled Substance Offenses

  • Possession of a Controlled Substance
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Trafficking in a Controlled Substance
  • Trafficking in Marijuana
  • Cultivation of Marijuana
  • Manufacturing a Controlled Substance
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
  • Conspiracy to Traffic in a Controlled Substance
  • Drug Related Federal Offenses

Violent Offenses

  • Assault in the First Degree
  • Assault in the Second Degree
  • Assault in the Third Degree
  • Assault in the Fourth Degree
  • Assault Involving a Law Enforcement Officer
  • Assault Resulting in Serious Physical Injury
  • Wanton Endangerment in the First Degree
  • Wanton Endangerment in the Second Degree
  • Robbery in the First Degree
  • Robbery in the Second Degree
  • Burglary in the First Degree
  • Burglary in the Second Degree
  • Burglary in the Third Degree
  • Manslaughter in the First Degree
  • Manslaughter in the Second Degree
  • Murder
  • Criminal Homicide
  • Strangulation in the First Degree
  • Strangulation in the Second Degree
  • Domestic Violence–Related Assault

Sex Offenses

  • Rape in the First Degree
  • Rape in the Second Degree
  • Rape in the Third Degree
  • Sodomy in the First Degree
  • Sodomy in the Second Degree
  • Sodomy in the Third Degree
  • Incest
  • Sexual Abuse in the First Degree
  • Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree
  • Sexual Misconduct
  • Use of an Electronic Device to Induce a Minor
  • Unlawful Transaction with a Minor
  • Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration Requirements

Firearms & Weapons Offenses

  • Possession of a Handgun by a Convicted Felon
  • Possession of a firearm by a Convicted Felon
  • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon
  • Possession of a Defaced Firearm
  • Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony
  • Firearm Sentence Enhancement Allegations
  • Weapons Offenses Connected to Other Criminal Charges

Property, Theft & Financial Crimes

  • Theft by Unlawful Taking
  • Theft by Deception
  • Theft of Identity
  • Receiving Stolen Property
  • Criminal Mischief
  • Criminal Trespass in the First Degree
  • Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree
  • Criminal Trespass in the Third Degree
  • Burglary Related Theft Offenses
  • Forgery
  • Possession of Forged Instruments
  • Fraud Related Offenses

domestic related criminal crimes

  • Assault in the Fourth Degree (Domestic Violence)
  • Violation of an Emergency Protective Order (EPO)
  • Violation of a Domestic Violence Order (DVO)
  • Stalking in the First Degree
  • Stalking in the Second Degree
  • Harassment
  • Menacing

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