Andre A. Hakes
Criminal Defense Partner
Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney | Charlottesville, Virginia
If you believe there might be the slightest chance you’re being investigated in a criminal matter, don’t say another word to anyone. Call us immediately. We can help.
Many people think they can talk their way out of a difficult situation. That’s the last thing you want to try. The police are experts at getting you to say things that can be held against you later in court. Losing your freedom is a devastating experience.
Andre A. Hakes – Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes & DUI Attorney
Contact us today for an Initial Consultation – It’s the first step to protecting yourself.
Sample results from Ms. Hakes’ criminal defense cases
Please keep in mind that every case turns on the law and its own unique facts. The results obtained in past cases do not predict the results in your case. That said here are some Sample results from Ms. Hakes’ criminal defense cases:
- Rape Case Dropped Against Former Church Deacon – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
- Sexual Assault Charge against Former UVA Student Dismissed – WHSV-TV3, Harrisonburg
- Harris Found Not Guilty in Murder Case – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
- Man Not Guilty in Augusta County Rape Trial – The News Leader, Staunton
- Former Greene County School Nurse Not Guilty of Taking PTA Money – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
- FREE MAN: Morris Avoids 2nd Murder Trial – The Hook, Charlottesville
- Man Found Innocent of Embezzling from Little League – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
- Ex-Charlottesville Youth Pastor to Serve Only 30 Days for Sexual Abuse – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
- Judge Drops Two Felony Charges Against Man Shot by County Police in Charlottesville – Daily Progress, Charlottesville
André Hakes has decades of experience in criminal defense. She is extremely thorough and strives to know the prosecution’s case better than they do – particularly its weaknesses. Ms. Hakes has the smarts and the work-ethic to get her clients the best outcomes in court, and the patience and understanding to thoroughly explain and involve her clients in the process outside of the courtroom. While primarily handing felony offenses, Ms. Hakes represent clients on related misdemeanors from time to time and generally supervises the Criminal Defense Department at Tucker Griffin Barnes.
- Abduction
- Aggravated Sexual Battery
- Child Pornography
- Carnal Knowledge
- Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor
- Domestic Violence
- Embezzlement
- Firearms Offenses
- Grand Larceny
- Felony Hit & Run
- Homicide
- Indecent Exposure
- Indecent Liberties
- Juvenile Felonies
- Malicious Wounding
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Obtaining Money by False Pretenses
- Rape
- Robbery
- Sexual Battery
- Sodomy
- Strangulation
- Weapons Offenses
- Pre-Charging Felonies
- Title IX Sexual Assault Misconduct Charges
- Expungement
Four frequently asked questions about VA felony and misdemeanor charges:
1. The police asked me to come down to the station and just talk with them. Should I?
Do not speak with the police until you have an attorney. Miranda rights don’t apply until you are actually in custody or arrested. To avoid them, the police “ask” you to come down to the station “voluntarily” to “clear things up.”
They put you in a little room with hidden cameras and microphones, where you are being videotaped without you knowing it. They use psychological interrogation techniques to get you to say things that may hurt you later in court. They are allowed to lie to you. You are not allowed to lie to them. How do you protect yourself? Don’t talk. Get a lawyer.
2. What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
A misdemeanor is a crime punishable by a maximum of 12 months in jail. Felonies are more serious crimes for which the maximum penalty exceeds 12 months, and for which time is usually served in a prison system, rather than the local jail. Behaviors punishable only by fine, such as traffic tickets, are sometimes not considered crimes at all, but “infractions”.
3. Should I contact an attorney if I am under investigation but have not been charged?
Absolutely. Representation at an early stage in a case can sometimes prevent charges from being filed. Also, having had an attorney early, during the pre-charging investigation, can greatly increase your chances of winning in court if you are charged later.
4. What is your fee structure?
TGB handles cases on both flat fee and hourly bases. Because Ms. Hakes primarily deals with more serious offenses which may be heading for jury trial most of her work is done on an hourly basis, while misdemeanors which are more often handled by associate criminal defense attorney, Cailyn Butler, and easier to estimate for a flat fee. Every case is different, though, so give us a call at (434) 973-7474, and we’ll talk through it with you.
Your Next Step:
Contact us today – We’re ready to help.
We have four offices conveniently located in Charlottesville, Palmyra (Across from Food Lion), Harrisonburg, and Staunton, Virginia.
