A sentencing hearing is where the rubber meets the road.  Hopefully, you will not need a sentencing hearing and your case will be dismissed, not charged or you will be acquitted.  But, in the event that a sentencing hearing is necessary, your attorney must do a number of things to competently represent you.  They must know your case inside and out, they must know your background, your education, your work history, your criminal history, and any other pertinent fact about you that you believe is relevant.  This is your one chance to convince the Judge that you should receive a lighter sentence or even probation.  It can literally mean years off of your sentence.  If you face a sentencing hearing and would like a free consultation, contact Davis & Hoss today.