Stay calm and don’t speak to law enforcement until you have legal counsel. The next step is to contact a Shelby County criminal defense lawyer immediately. An attorney can protect your rights, assess your case, and begin building a strong defense strategy.
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Shelby County, TN, the steps you take next could change the course of your life. Prosecutors in Memphis and the surrounding cities are known for pursuing harsh penalties. Even first-time offenders can face jail time, steep fines, or permanent damage to their reputation.
At Harvey Criminal Defense Lawyers, we represent individuals throughout Shelby County who are facing serious criminal allegations. We focus exclusively on criminal defense and know what it takes to stand up to local prosecutors and law enforcement. Whether you’re dealing with a DUI, a violent crime allegation, or a white collar investigation, our team is ready to defend your rights and protect your future.
We provide strategic, aggressive defense against a wide range of charges. If you’ve been accused of any of the following offenses in Shelby County, we can help:
We represent clients throughout Shelby County, including:
Whether your case is being heard in Memphis, a suburban court, or another Shelby County courtroom, we’re prepared to help.
Shelby County is home to some of Tennessee’s busiest criminal courts. Law enforcement agencies across the area are well-funded and well-coordinated, and prosecutors are often under pressure to pursue harsh penalties in the name of “public safety.”
The system moves quickly here. If you don’t take action early in your case, the District Attorney’s office will control the narrative. Our job is to stop that from happening.
We know how to challenge weak evidence, question police conduct, and expose procedural mistakes. More importantly, we understand how judges and prosecutors operate in this part of the state—and we use that insight to your advantage.
If your case is in Shelby County, here are some useful resources:
Shelby County Criminal Court Clerk
Handles court records, public dockets, expungements, and payments.
Website: https://www.criminalcourtclerkkuhn.com/
Shelby County General Sessions Court – Criminal Division
This is where many misdemeanor and preliminary felony hearings begin.
Website: https://www.shelbycountytn.gov/2395/General-Sessions-Criminal-Court
Jail Information
If someone has been arrested, you can locate them using the jail info system:
Website: https://www.shelby-sheriff.org/jail-inmate-information
Shelby County DA’s Office – Criminal Justice Center
Website: https://www.scdag.com/
We understand the pressure you’re under. Being accused of a crime can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and powerless. When you hire us, you’re not just getting a lawyer—you’re getting a team that knows the local system and is committed to protecting your future.
Our goal is always to get your charges reduced, dismissed, or resolved in a way that protects your record and your life moving forward.
Don’t let fear or uncertainty keep you from getting the help you need. The sooner you act, the more options you may have. Contact Harvey Criminal Defense Lawyers today for a confidential consultation. We’re ready to stand between you and the charges you’re facing—and we’re not backing down.
The prosecutors are already building their case against you. Every day you wait is another day they get stronger.
But you don’t have to face this alone.
