Four attorneys at McKinney Justice Perry & Coalter have experience in the criminal courts. Scott Coalter is the primary criminal litigator and head of the Criminal Division. Scott is a Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law. He continues to practice regularly in both the State and Federal courts. Scott is a former Assistant District Attorney. He is a gifted trial attorney, having several recent successes that have resulted in dismissals or not guilty verdicts for his clients.

Aaron Wellman is the primary Associate attorney for the Criminal Division. After graduating Law School at the University of North Carolina, Aaron spent three years in the trenches trying cases with the Public Defenders Office in Greensboro. Because of his skill and tenacity, Aaron was hired to defend criminal cases under the supervision of Mr. Coalter.

Chris Justice also maintains a criminal caseload. Chris has experience in all of the district court trial courts including criminal; traffic; juvenile delinquency; neglect, dependency and abuse; civil; and child support.

Jeremy McKinney also has criminal law experience that has served him well in his removal defense (deportation) practice.

If you are charged with a simple traffic ticket, DWI, or a serious criminal matter, our team of litigators will be ready to assist you. Criminal/traffic consultations are free, so Schedule a Consultation as early in the process as possible so that we may advise you how to best preserve your rights.

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