[header] How to become a criminal defense lawyer [title] Obtain a bachelor's degree. [step] In order to get into law school, you first need a bachelor's degree (4 year degree) from an accredited college or university. It does not matter what kind of bachelor's degree you get, but most pre-law students obtain bachelor's degrees in political science, psychology, or sociology. 
[substeps] Make sure the school you choose is accredited. To ensure that the school you choose is accredited, check the u.s.