West Kentucky Attorney
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and Expert
Legal
Counsel
Your legal situation is unique to you individually and your circumstances. Many times, the only way to understand every aspect of your legal situation is after speaking with an attorney.
Chris Hendricks is an attorney focused on helping you better understand the legal system and your rights, solve problems, prevent future problems, and accomplish your goals. His practice is based on individual attention, communication, reasonable fees, and aggressive representation.
Chris Hendricks is an attorney focused on helping you better understand the legal system and your rights, solve problems, prevent future problems, and accomplish your goals. His practice is based on individual attention, communication, reasonable fees, and aggressive representation.
Criminal Defense
Protect your rights with experienced criminal defense. We provide aggressive representation for all charges, ensuring a fair trial and working tirelessly for the best possible outcome.
Uncontested Divorce
Simplify the divorce process with compassionate, efficient guidance. We handle uncontested divorces with sensitivity and expertise, ensuring a smooth transition and protecting your interests every step of the way.
Appeals
When justice requires a second chance, we bring expertise to the appeals process. Our dedicated approach fights for fair reconsideration, challenging errors to protect your rights and future.
Criminal Defense
Protect your rights with experienced criminal defense. We provide aggressive representation for all charges, ensuring a fair trial and working tirelessly for the best possible outcome.
Uncontested Divorce
Simplify the divorce process with compassionate, efficient guidance. We handle uncontested divorces with sensitivity and expertise, ensuring a smooth transition and protecting your interests every step of the way.
Appeals
When justice requires a second chance, we bring expertise to the appeals process. Our dedicated approach fights for fair reconsideration, challenging errors to protect your rights and future.
Successes
Evidence Suppressed
A hearing was held in the Graves Circuit Court after Chris filed a motion to suppress the evidence obtained from our client’s vehicle during a traffic stop. The law enforcement officer that pulled our client over late at night testified the license plate was not illuminated. However, after submitting as evidence still frames from body worn camera showing plainly that our client’s license plate was brightly illuminated after she was stopped, and the office being unable to provide a reasonable explanation for the discrepancy between his testimony and the photographic evidence, the Graves Circuit Court ruled the traffic stop was unreasonable and all evidence obtained of criminal offenses allegedly committed by our client after the traffic stop would be suppressed and unavailable to the prosecution at trial. The charges against our client were dismissed because of the court’s ruling.
UNREASONABLE SEARCH
Following a hearing in the Calloway Circuit Court on a motion to suppress evidence obtained during a “knock and talk” at our client’s residence, the court ruled law enforcement officers conducted an unreasonable search of the client’s property when they made no effort to knock on the front door but instead went to the back door and began knocking while on the deck adjoining the house. Because the rear of a residence is not typically a location the general public would be expected to go, the same restrictions apply to law enforcement when attempting to speak with a resident. The officers also knocked on our client’s windows for several minutes. Evidence obtained as a result of the “knock and talk” was ordered to be suppressed and unavailable for the prosecution to present at trial. The charges against our client were dismissed due to the court’s ruling.
COURT OF APPEALS REVERSED FINDING OF ABUSE
A ruling of the Calloway Family Court that our client had neglected or abused his child was appealed to the Kentucky Court of Appeals. After briefing the issues presented on appeal, the Court of Appeals reversed the judgment of the Calloway Family Court. The Court of Appeals ordered the petition against our client to be dismissed, reversing the finding of neglect or abuse.
Charges Dismissed
After filing a motion to suppress evidence obtained as the result of a search warrant, Chris challenged probable cause for issuance of the search warrant in the Calloway Circuit Court. Following a hearing, it was proven the affidavit for the search warrant contained a material misstatement of fact and excluded other material information. The Calloway Circuit Court ruled the misstatement and the excluded information, if known by the judge that issued the search warrant, would not have resulted in probable cause and the search warrant should not have been issued. As a result, the court suppressed all of the evidence obtained after the search warrant was executed and the charges against our client were dismissed.
Felony Jury Trial
In the Carlisle Circuit Court, Chris represented a client at trial Charged with Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card, value $1,000 or more, a class D felony, punishable by up to five years in prison. After presentation of all evidence and closing arguments, the jury returned a verdict of guilty of Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card, value less than $500, a class B misdemeanor. The jury recommended a fine of only $250 and no jail time for our client.
About Chris Hendricks
Chris is a native of Murray, Kentucky. He received a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and minor in Spanish from Murray State University. During college and after, Chris worked for the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office as a deputy and dispatcher. After he left the Sheriff’s Office, Chris spent six years as a Probation and Parole Officer with the Kentucky Department of Corrections, where he supervised adult felony offenders in the community.
Chris left the Department of Corrections in pursuit of a law degree at Southern Illinois University School of Law. While in law school, he worked as a clerk for Calloway and Marshall County Circuit Judge Dennis Foust as well as Graves County Prosecutor David Hargrove.
In May 2014, Chris established his solo law practice in downtown Murray. In June 2015, he was invited to join the prestigious law firm of Haverstock, Bell, and Pitman as an associate. Chris resumed his solo law practice in 2017 and devotes his time assisting clients with criminal defense, domestic relations, child custody, and personal injury.
Chris is licensed as an attorney in Kentucky and a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and the Calloway County Bar Association, for which he is a past president and treasurer. He was a member of the Murray-Calloway County Park Board from 2014 – 2018 and advisor to the Muray State University Mock Trial Team from 2017 – 2019. Chris provides pro-bono legal services for protective orders for survivors of sexual assault.
As a former law enforcement officer, Chris brings a wealth of experience and a unique understanding of both applicable law and police procedure to clients in need of criminal defense.
Outside of the office, Chris is an accomplished marksman and outdoor enthusiast. He enjoys reading, traveling and live music. Chris resides in Murray with his wife and two daughters.
Chris left the Department of Corrections in pursuit of a law degree at Southern Illinois University School of Law. While in law school, he worked as a clerk for Calloway and Marshall County Circuit Judge Dennis Foust as well as Graves County Prosecutor David Hargrove.
In May 2014, Chris established his solo law practice in downtown Murray. In June 2015, he was invited to join the prestigious law firm of Haverstock, Bell, and Pitman as an associate. Chris resumed his solo law practice in 2017 and devotes his time assisting clients with criminal defense, domestic relations, child custody, and personal injury.
Chris is licensed as an attorney in Kentucky and a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and the Calloway County Bar Association, for which he is a past president and treasurer. He was a member of the Murray-Calloway County Park Board from 2014 – 2018 and advisor to the Muray State University Mock Trial Team from 2017 – 2019. Chris provides pro-bono legal services for protective orders for survivors of sexual assault.
As a former law enforcement officer, Chris brings a wealth of experience and a unique understanding of both applicable law and police procedure to clients in need of criminal defense.
Outside of the office, Chris is an accomplished marksman and outdoor enthusiast. He enjoys reading, traveling and live music. Chris resides in Murray with his wife and two daughters.
Kelly O.
Most lawyers wouldn’t even speak to me concerning the case brought against me by CPS, Chris not only took my case and didn’t cost me an arm and a leg, but he also stood toe to toe with CPS and WON! Nothing will ever give me that time back with my son that was taken from us, but thanks to Chris, they were unable to continue abusing their power.
Todd W.
Very impressed, didn’t go to trial after all although he worked very hard nonstop for a trial in May 2023. Mr Hendricks thoroughly explained everything , he was prompt in keeping me up to date with anything that came up, was punctual in returning calls, as well as any questions were quickly answered. It is clear that he is knowledgeable in his profession.
Lissa A.
Chris is an amazing attorney! I have recommended him on numerous occasions. He listens, advises and is affordable! Great person to have in your corner!
Thomas P.
Though I have never needed him for a criminal trial (and hopefully never will), if I were facing serious or minor criminal charges, he would be my choice as his years as a Sheriff’s deputy uniquely situates Chris to handle police testimony, evidence-collection, and the details related to criminal investigations as he has a unique insight into minds of police officers and their day-to-day behavior and methodologies.
Ryan S.
Chris is awesome. He went above and beyond for me and got my case handled. Highly recommend.
Angie W.
Chris was very attentive and listened to my concerns. He was very knowledgeable and work very hard on my case. I would recommend him to anyone.
Vanessa M.
He was knowledgeable, nice, and if you can believe it… actually honest. Couldn’t help, so didn’t take the case or the money! I would definitely hire him if ever needed.
Amanda D.
Very friendly and very knowledgeable about the laws in courtroom and also police matters. One of the best Lawyers here we have in Murray.
Maryann W.
He is very good and doesn’t mind going to bat for you. I would recommend him to anyone needing an attorney.
Jesse W.
Very professional and friendly. He took care of my needs faster than I imagined possible.
Rebecca M.
Chris is a rock star attorney! I wouldn’t want anyone else to ever represent me!
Clay P.
Chris is one of the smartest and most tenacious attorneys I’ve ever hired. Very few people hire attorneys in the best moments of their lives, but Chris’s knowledge and professionalism is comforting. My only regret is that I can’t give six stars!