Scott O Carter

I hired Scott O Carter for a severe case against me. I was arrested in 2011 for the transportation of methamphetamine. I was given a public defender who, for a year in a half, made it seem like my case was going to be thrown away. To my surprise, it was not, and was given 58 months. I never showed up... to court to turn myself in and fled the country. My family heard of Scott's legal history and decided to hire him for my case. I spoke to him over the phone touching base on his fees and outlook of my case. Our conversation brought me hope of a lighter sentence. After 7 long years, I decided to come back to the States and face my legal issues. When I entered the country, I was apprehended and taken to jail. Because I absconded, I wouldn't be granted bail; however, Scott made it happen. On my first court date, I was informed that I was facing the 58 months that were given to me before I fled. However, before my second court date, Scott called me to tell me that he was able to work a deal out. He was able to drop the two worst charges against me which were, conspiracy and manufacturing of methamphetamine. The lesser charge I faced was possession and incredibly was given only three years probation. I must say that it was one of the greatest decision of my life to hire Scott O. Carter. Although he is very upfront, his empathy and humanity towards his clients is amazing. I do not only suggest you hire Scott O. Carter, I highly recommend it.

Scott O. Carter worked diligently on my case with a high degree of professionalism. He is informative and with his legal experience, he provided me the best legal representation that I needed. He took his legal advice and expertise a step further and provided me counsel to focus on my college courses... and to be aware of the environment and people I surround myself with. He is logical, resourceful, understanding, and has great respect for the legal system. With the evidence collected by Scott O. Carter and his private investigator, Scott and the prosecutor went through their legal deliberation over the case and prior to the set trial date, the DA dropped the criminal charge. Scott O. Carter was worth the time, money, and effort in providing me the best legal representation that I needed, and I highly recommend him to anyone who needs personal representation from a highly respected, experienced, and understanding attorney.

Mr. Carter went above and beyond my expectation. He worked really hard to make sure I had the best legal representation. He got my felony charge dismissed. Couldn't be more grateful for all the work Mr. Carter and his staff have done. They are worth every penny. He's professional, to the point, and d...oes a great job to make sure you get the best outcome to your situation.

I was charged with attempted murder, assault 1 and unlawful use of a weapon. I was facing 10 years minimum, a possible 16 I believe if the sentences ran consecutive. Scott presented the facts of the case to the prosecution. Culpability of the victim for use of a knife against me. Prior criminal... history of the victim. That it took place in my family members home. That the victim was a stranger, this was not a domestic dispute. The fact that I had a concealed handgun permit, and that I had no priors. I was offered 5 years probation and a suspended sentence. Scott wanted to go to trial, but did advise me that there was a small chance as always of course of a conviction. With the insane Orwellian measure 11 system in place of mandatory minimums vs sentencing based on mitigating circumstances, I of course took the deal vs rolling the dice. I walked out of jail with time served, based on Scott Carters "lawyering". With any other local attorney, I would have served time in prison by my estimation. Based on what I seen while serving time in the jail, and how many of the inmates were ignored by their lawyers, and given terrible deals. Scott won't give you a hug and hold your hand and tell you it will al be ok, he is tough. But he is also tough in the court room, when things start to go south and they try to "throw in a little prison time" all of a sudden. I only dealt with him once I must admit, but bottom line, I at least know if you are facing massively trumped up charges and/or are innocent, hire this man and he will do his best to keep you out of prison. I don't KNOW how he is if you are stone cold guilty, but he also had a good reputation in the jail for defending those people to the fullest as well.