3. Overtime, defence lawyers develop relationships with their counterparts - crown attorneys. Hiring a lawyer who has created positive connections with crown attorneys can prove to be crucial to the outcome of your case. Their relationship may result in a better plea deal or a lower sentence.

4. Many times, it has shown that spending a little more for a criminal defence lawyer is almost always worth it and can even save you money! Achieving the best possible sentence can keep you from losing your job or professional license -- months of lost income can add up. Even extended suspension of work due to jail time can cause an avoidable financial strain.

The list goes on. It is not worth risking your future to save a small amount today -- invest in yourself.