A California criminal defense lawyer represents individuals facing criminal investigations, arrests, misdemeanor charges, felony charges, or criminal court proceedings. Attorneys may handle DUI, drug crimes, assault, battery, theft, domestic violence, sex crimes, and white-collar offenses. A defense lawyer can examine evidence, challenge unlawful procedures, explain available options, negotiate possible resolutions, and represent clients in court.
Nafiz M. Ahmed focuses on criminal matters in San Jose, CA, with attention to case preparation, defense, and court proceedings.
Peter Blair's San Diego, CA practice covers criminal law matters, with emphasis on charges, defense strategy, and court proceedings.
George H. Ramos, Jr. is a criminal defense attorney serving clients in San Diego, California.
Owner of the Law Office of Matt Sullivan, a San Francisco criminal defense attorney and former deputy public defender.
Alan Eisner is a Criminal Law attorney at Eisner Gorin LLP in Los Angeles, California, representing clients facing criminal charges.
Jacob Glucksman is a Criminal Law attorney in Beverly Hills, California, representing clients facing criminal charges.
Alan Castillo provides experienced criminal defense for DUI, drug crimes, sex crimes, theft, violent offenses, and professional license matters.
Senior trial attorney and criminal defense/DUI lawyer in San Jose who won the landmark Brenner v. DMV breathalyzer decision.
The Rancho Cucamonga, CA profile for Bobby Shamuilian highlights criminal law concerns, including charges, evidence, and defense planning.
Bryan R. Kazarian provides experienced criminal defense representation for DUI, felony, misdemeanor, and serious criminal charges throughout Orange County.
Encino criminal defense attorney with over 12 years of Los Angeles courtroom experience, including public defender service.
For criminal defense matters in Escondido, CA, Richard S. Sterger's practice addresses investigations, charges, and case strategy.
Robert M. Bernstein is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney with 20+ years of experience and prior prosecution experience, handling misdemeanor and felony cases.
David S. Chesley is a California criminal defense attorney handling DUI, felony, misdemeanor, violent crime, drug, and sex crime cases.
Mark L. Deniz is an Escondido criminal defense attorney handling DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, theft, and other misdemeanor and felony cases.
Negin Yamini is a skilled criminal defense trial lawyer serving Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties.
Nicholas Loncar is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney handling felony and misdemeanor cases, DUI, drug crimes, theft, violent crimes, sex crimes, and weapons offenses.
Brian Hurwitz is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney with 10+ years of experience handling DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, and other charges.
Leah Naparstek is a criminal defense attorney representing clients in Long Beach, California.
Jeremy E. Karpel's Encino, CA practice is focused on criminal law concerns, including charges, evidence, and defense planning.
Jeff Tatch is a Newport Beach criminal defense attorney focusing on DUI, DMV defense, felony and misdemeanor cases, domestic violence, drug crimes, juvenile defense, and record expungement.
For criminal matters in Los Angeles, CA, Tsion Chudnovsky's practice addresses case preparation, defense, and court proceedings.
The Salinas, CA profile for R. Christian Scott highlights family law matters, including custody, support, divorce, and family disputes.
Reza Williams is a criminal defense attorney with extensive trial experience in DUI, violent crimes, felony charges, and criminal defense matters.
William S. Kroger's practice in Beverly Hills, CA centers on criminal cases, including defense options, court issues, and legal strategy.
Stephen D. Klarich is a retired California criminal defense attorney with 45 years of experience in criminal defense, sex crimes, appeals, and post-conviction matters.
This San Diego, CA profile highlights Vikas Bajaj's focus on criminal matters and case preparation, defense, and court proceedings.
Jonathan Franklin is a Los Angeles DUI and criminal defense attorney with former prosecution experience and a client-focused approach to criminal cases.
Jonathan Reza handles criminal law concerns in Anaheim, CA, including matters related to charges, evidence, and defense planning.
Jesse Ruiz is a California criminal defense lawyer with experience handling serious felonies, federal crimes, and misdemeanor and felony trials.
Douglas Borthwick is a criminal defense attorney serving clients in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
Sean M. Hobson is a San Diego attorney focused on criminal defense, DUI, misdemeanors, and special education law, including IDEA due process hearings.
William V. Pernik is a criminal defense attorney at Pernik Law, APC in Salinas, California.
Silva Laura Megerditchian handles matters in Beverly Hills, CA involving criminal defense matters, including investigations, charges, and case strategy.
Jack P. Lopez is a California attorney handling immigration, family law, and criminal matters, including deportation defense, custody, DUI, and felonies.
Michael McKneely is a Criminal Defense Lawyer serving clients throughout Fresno, California.
John D. Rogers provides experienced criminal defense for federal crimes, sex crimes, murder, drug offenses, domestic violence, theft, and violent crimes.
Anaheim immigration attorney with 9 years of experience helping clients with deportation defense and immigration matters.
JKR Law, led by Jeffery K. Rubenstein, provides tailored legal strategies backed by over 30 years of experience in high-profile litigation.
Founding partner of Wallin & Klarich, representing clients in criminal matters throughout Southern California for more than 40 years.
Soheil H. Levy, Esq., is an Associate Attorney at Wallin & Klarich's Anaheim office. This directory profile appears in the Criminal Law category; call for details.
Cyrus Tabibnia is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney focusing on DUI, domestic violence, sex crimes, drug crimes, theft, white-collar crimes, expungement, and personal injury matters.
Isaac Blumberg is a San Diego criminal defense attorney with 30+ jury trials and experience handling DUI, drug, felony, and domestic violence cases.
Criminal defense attorney serving clients in Anaheim, California.
Randy Collins brings 22+ years of legal experience defending clients against drug crimes, DUI, and serious criminal charges in California.
Steven Harold Haney's practice in Los Angeles, CA centers on business law matters, including contracts, transactions, and commercial disputes.
RP Defense Law APC, founded by Ruzanna Poghosyan, provides personalized criminal defense throughout California, handling state and federal criminal cases.
A California criminal case may involve:
Evidence varies by charge but may include:
Depending on the offense and circumstances, a conviction may result in:
Consider contacting a criminal defense lawyer when:
While choosing a criminal attorney, the victim needs to consider the following factors:
What types of cases do California criminal defense lawyers handle?
Criminal defense lawyers may represent clients facing DUI, drug charges, assault, battery, domestic violence, theft, robbery, sex crimes, fraud, weapons offenses, juvenile matters, and other criminal allegations.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
A misdemeanor is generally less serious than a felony and commonly carries a lower potential incarceration range. Felonies can involve more severe penalties. The exact classification depends on the offense and applicable law.
Can I hire a criminal lawyer before charges are filed?
Yes. A criminal defense lawyer may provide legal advice during an investigation, before formal charges are filed, or after an arrest.
What happens at an arraignment in California?
At an arraignment, the court informs the defendant of the charges and rights, addresses representation, and asks for a plea. Release conditions may also be considered.
Can criminal charges be dismissed before trial?
Potentially. Some cases may be dismissed when the prosecution cannot proceed or when legal grounds support dismissal. The outcome depends on the evidence, applicable law, and circumstances.
When should I contact a criminal defense attorney?
Consider seeking legal advice promptly after an arrest, criminal charge, court summons, or notification of an investigation, particularly when questioning, hearings, or important decisions are approaching.