Felonies

New Hampshire Felony Lawyers

Serving Hampton, Manchester, and the Seacoast Region of New Hampshire

The designation of “felony” is reserved for the most serious crimes. Being charged with a felony, or anticipating felony charges, is incredibly stressful. You are understandably apprehensive about the legal process and what lies beyond it, and concerned about how it will impact the people you love and your own reputation. It can feel isolating, just at the time you need the most support.

You don’t have to navigate this challenge alone. Felony lawyers, Amy Beaton and Larissa Kiers, are criminal defense attorneys with more than 50 years of combined experience in the courts of Rockingham County, the surrounding region, and across New Hampshire. They are known in the legal community for their depth of knowledge, intense preparation, and extensive trial experience, as well as for genuinely caring about their clients. Contact Beaton & Kiers today to speak to a trial attorney who is committed to protecting your interests.

New Hampshire Felony Classifications and Penalties

In New Hampshire, felonies are categorized as either “Class A” or “Class B” depending on their severity; Class A felonies are the most severe, but that doesn’t mean that a Class B felony should be taken lightly. Any New Hampshire felony can result in more than three years in prison, and possibly much longer, in addition to fines and other penalties. There are also so-called “special felonies” classified separately from Class A or B felonies, which involve factors that distinguish them as particularly grave.

Over many years of practice as criminal defense attorneys, Amy Beaton and Larissa Kiers have successfully represented clients in a broad range of felony matters, including some of the most serious, including:

  • Aggravated sexual assault
  • Arson
  • Assault causing serious bodily injury
  • Attempted murder
  • Child abuse or exploitation offenses
  • Computer fraud
  • Domestic violence involving a deadly weapon
  • Drug possession (other than marijuana)
  • Drug trafficking
  • Felony DUI/DWI
  • Felony murder
  • Human trafficking
  • Identity fraud
  • Indecent exposure (knowing a child is present)
  • Kidnapping
  • Manslaughter
  • Murder
  • Repeat stalking
  • Sexual assault
  • Theft of property over $500

A Class B felony can result in a prison sentence of three and a half to seven years, up to five years of probation, and a fine of up to $4,000. For a Class A felony, a prison sentence can range from seven and a half to fifteen years, with up to five years of probation and a fine of up to $4,000 (and potentially much more for a repeat drug offense). Conviction of a special felony can result in a sentence of up to life in prison.

Trustworthy Advocates for Life’s Toughest Moments

Why Clients Trust Beaton & Kiers

With decades of combined trial experience, a proven record of success, and a reputation for compassionate, responsive service, we combine deep legal knowledge with a client-first approach to guide you through every challenge with confidence and care.

  • Experienced Advocates

    We have decades of experience in New Hampshire courts, including drug and mental health courts.

  • A History of Wins

    Our impressive record of favorable trial outcomes spans a wide range of complex cases.

  • Deep Local Knowledge

    With extensive understanding of New Hampshire laws, we're ready to fight for you.

  • Full-Service Support

    We offer comprehensive legal services for individuals and families in crisis.

  • Trusted Locally

    We've cultivated respected relationships and a solid reputation in the legal community.

  • Client-Focused Care

    Our approach features compassionate, attentive, and responsive service at every step.

Speak to New Hampshire Felony Lawyers on Our Team

When a felony is committed, there is an entire legal system, including police and prosecutors, working toward a conviction for the crime. For a person charged, there is only one person standing between them and the system: their criminal defense attorney. With your future on the line, you need a felony attorney with both the ability and commitment to protect your rights.

The criminal justice system is intended to protect the community, but it only works if it also protects the rights of the accused. There are many situations in which charges are based on mistaken identity or other mistake of fact, where an action was taken in self-defense, or where there are other mitigating circumstances. Whatever your situation, you are innocent until proven guilty, and you should be represented by a felony attorney who sees you as a whole person—not just as the charges against you.

The sooner you have skilled felony lawyers to advocate for you, the better the outcome of your felony matter is likely to be. To learn more about how we can help or to schedule a consultation with a felony attorney, contact Beaton & Kiers today.

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    We hired Larissa to work for my mother. She was very punctual, compassionate, and willing to go the extra mile.
    - T.K.
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    - R.A.
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    Beaton & Kiers had been highly recommended to me by others in the field. Now, I understand why. As soon as I met Amy and Larissa, I began to feel safe.
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    They are both very experienced, dedicated, and compassionate attorneys. Larissa and Amy never stop fighting for their clients. The vast knowledge of these two attorneys makes them a powerhouse in the private sector.
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    Could not recommend Amy more highly to anyone in need of representation.
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