C Keith Wood Jr. Atty At Law

The Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C. is a distinguished law firm specializing in Criminal Defense and Traffic Law, as well as Family Immigration and Deportation Proceedings. With over a decade of experience in the legal field, our firm has built a reputation for providing quality legal representation and protecting the rights of citizens and non-citizens alike.

Our firm was founded by C. Keith Wood, Jr., who has dedicated his career to the service of others. After working as an investigator in the special investigations unit of a major metropolitan District Attorney's Office, Keith discovered his passion for law and the protection of individual rights. This passion drove him to pursue a law degree, which he received with academic honors. After graduation, Keith opened the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C. in Jonesboro, Georgia, where he continues to provide unparalleled legal representation in the areas of Criminal Defense and Traffic Law, and Family Immigration and Deportation Proceedings.

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we understand that being accused of a crime or facing deportation can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. That's why we are committed to providing our clients with the support and guidance they need throughout the legal process. From DUI and suspended license charges to Murder and Armed Robbery, we specialize in the representation of clients indicted for both State and Local felony and misdemeanor offenses.

In addition to our Criminal Defense and Traffic Law services, we also assist clients facing Immigration Court. We understand the complexities of the immigration system and the importance of seeking experienced legal representation. Our firm is dedicated to helping those facing deportation and removal from the United States, and ensuring that they receive the best possible outcome in their case.

Our firm assumes the duty of protecting our clients' statutory and Constitutional Rights with the level of integrity that our position as officers of the Court demands. We take great pride in staying ahead of the prosecution with our investigation and developing the most effective strategy to defend our clients' cases. If you or someone you care about has been accused of a crime or facing deportation, we encourage you to contact us to schedule an appointment and allow us to guide you through the legal process.

Philosophy

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we believe in taking a proactive approach to the defense of our clients. We understand that the best way to understand the Criminal Justice System is to start with the basics. That's why we take the time to advise our clients of the charges against them and discuss their eligibility for bond within 72 hours of their arrest. We believe that early involvement in the legal process allows more time for investigation and the preservation of evidence, which is crucial to the defense of our clients' cases.

Our firm takes pride in identifying factual, statutory, and Constitutional issues important to the defense of our clients' cases. We believe that being proactive in a criminal case often makes the difference between liberty and wrongful or unnecessary incarceration. That's why we are committed to providing our clients with the best possible defense, no matter the charges they are facing.

Criminal Justice System

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we understand that the Criminal Justice System can be confusing and overwhelming. That's why we are committed to keeping our clients informed every step of the way. From the initial appearance in a criminal prosecution to the final disposition of the case, we are dedicated to providing our clients with the guidance and support they need during this difficult time.

We understand that the best way to understand the Criminal Justice System is to start with the basics. That's why we advise our clients of the charges against them and discuss their eligibility for bond within 72 hours of their arrest. We understand that the Criminal Justice System can be complicated, which is why we are committed to keeping our clients informed every step of the way.

Arraignment and Pretrial Motions

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we understand that the arraignment and pretrial motion process can be a confusing and overwhelming experience for our clients. That's why we are committed to providing them with the support and guidance they need throughout the legal process.

At arraignment, our clients are formally advised by the court of the charges contained in the indictment against them and are given the opportunity to plead GUILTY or NOT GUILTY to the charges. If our clients plead NOT GUILTY, we are committed to setting the case for trial. If our clients plead GUILTY, we work to ensure that they receive the best possible outcome in their case.

We believe that the support of the victim in a case is crucial to the success of our defense. That's why we keep the victim informed as to the progress of the case in court and provide them with information regarding the date and time of in-court proceedings. We understand that the presence of the victim or witnesses may be necessary at arraignment or any other pre-trial hearing, which is why we work to ensure their presence.

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we understand the importance of filing various motions to raise questions of law which must be decided by the court before the trial can proceed. We are committed to conducting the necessary hearings and deciding the questions presented. We believe that the support of the victim is crucial to the success of our defense, which is why we work to ensure their presence if necessary.

How to Release an Inmate from Jail

At the Law Office of C. Keith Wood, Jr., P.C., we understand that being accused of a crime and facing jail time can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. That's why we are committed to providing our clients with the support and guidance they need to obtain release from jail prior to trial.

Most inmates can obtain release from jail prior to trial by posting bail with the court through the jail. The amount of bail for each inmate depends on the number and seriousness of the inmate's charges. Our firm is committed to working with our clients to determine the amount of bail they are required to post and assisting them in the process of obtaining release from jail prior to trial.