How much should a criminal defense attorney cost?

To a great extent, you get what you pay for. Court-appointed attorneys often have a large volume of cases. Attorneys that cost more can charge more because their reputation and services justify their prices. If not, the market would have forced them to lower their prices.

How much does a criminal defense attorney cost?

What is middle of the road pricing in 2016?

Misdemeanors: $2,500-$7,500

Felonies: $5,000 – $100,000

DWI Attorney: $2,500-10,000

Intoxication Manslaugher $10,000-50,000

Sexual Assault Defense: $10,000-50,000

Child Sexual Assault Defense: $25,000 – 100,000

Federal Criminal Defense: $50,000-$250,000