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What can a Criminal Defense attorney do to help me?
Criminal defense attorneys represent those people who have been charged with a crime. Charges are allegations, which accuse a person of violating a state or federal law. No matter what evidence has been gathered, the criminal charges must be proven by a prosecuting attorney in a court of law, or a confession must be made by the defendant. An experienced criminal defense attorney can negotiate with prosecutors in order to reduce charges and sentencing times so choosing the right criminal defense attorney is extremely important. Find local attorneys as well as additional criminal law information in the Internet Lawyer Directory.
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Featured Criminal Defense Attorneys
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Barry Besser Law Offices
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Orange, CA |
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(714) 978-1788 |
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Michael S Sideman
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San Diego, CA |
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(619) 234-2266 |
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Madelynn Kopple Law Corp
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Santa Monica, CA |
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(310) 451-2845 |
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Alex Mendoza Jr Law Offices
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Santa Ana, CA |
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(714) 542-1363 |
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Additional Featured Criminal Defense Attorneys |
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Moreno & Associates |
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Chula Vista, CA |
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(619) 422-4885 |
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Charles E Duff Jr Apc |
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San Diego, CA |
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(619) 239-5312 |
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Stein & Casciola |
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San Luis Obispo, CA |
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(805) 541-4135 |
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Ledger & Kennedy Attorneys |
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Palm Springs, CA |
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(760) 320-6691 |
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Robert F Smith |
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Sherman Oaks, CA |
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(818) 386-9755 |
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General Criminal Defense Listings
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Law Offices of James Alston |
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Agoura Hills, CA |
Experienced criminal defense throughout all of Houston, Texas.
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(713) 228-1400 |
Law Offices of James Spring & Associates |
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Riverside, CA |
Practicing Criminal Law in Southern California for over 30 years. Practice areas: DUI, Domestic Violence, Drug Charges etc.
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(800) 422-5529 |
LAW OFFICES OF JERRY F FERNANDEZ |
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Los Angeles, CA |
Family law, custody, visitation, child support, Criminal defense (felony, misdemeanors all crimes) General litigation
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(213) 977-0107 |
Law Offices of John Jimenez |
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Palm Desert, CA |
The Law Offices of John Jimenez have over 35 years of experience defending persons accused of felonies and misdemeanors.
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(760) 345-4777 |
Law Offices of Joseph T Vodnoy |
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Los Angeles, CA |
We are a firm that practices criminal and personal injury law. We speak Spanish and Korean.
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(213) 893-7500 |
Law Offices of Mary Frances Prevost |
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San Diego, CA |
Voted One of San Diego's TOP DUI and Criminal Defense Lawyers, handling all state and federal felonies and misdemeanors.
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(619) 692-9001 |
Law Offices of Matt Trosko |
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Fullerton, CA |
Criminal Defense
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(714) 526-4134 |
Law Offices of Miller & Becker |
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Los Angeles, CA |
Practice limited to criminal defense.
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(818) 789-9999 |
Law Offices of Paul Kossitch |
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Torrance, CA |
Criminal Defense and DUI Defense
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(310) 380-6791 |
Law Offices of Ryan P McClure |
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Ontario, CA |
The Law Offices of Ryan P. McClure is a full service criminal defense law firm located in San Bernardino and Riverside.
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(909) 456-8830 |
Law Offices of Staycie R Sena |
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Irvine, CA |
Domestic Violence, Theft, Sexual Abuse, DUIs, White Collar, Drugs, Restraining Orders, Juvenile Deliquency and Dependency
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(949) 477-8088 |
Law Offices of Stella Espinoza Browne |
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Upland, CA |
Practice Limited to Family Law and Criminal Law. Personalized, professional, and aggressive representation.
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(909) 949-1340 |
Law Offices of Thomas D Nares |
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Carlsbad, CA |
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Bilingual (Spanish-English) attorney and staff
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(760) 434-5710 |
Law Offices of Whitney Ryan |
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San Diego, CA |
Experienced, Aggressive, and Affordable Criminal Defense and DUI Attorney.
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(858) 674-6640 |
Law Offices of William C Makler |
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Santa Barbara, CA |
Defending those accused of felonies, misdemeanors and DUI's in Santa Barbaa.
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(805) 892-4922 |
Matthew Ruff Long Beach Criminal Defense Lawyer |
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Long Beach, CA |
Criminal Defense Lawyer in Long Beach ca
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(310) 527-4100 |
Maury D Beaulier Attorney at Law |
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San Diego, MN |
Recognized as leaders in Minnesota law including: family law, divorce, criminal defense and DWI, U.S. Immigration.
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(612) 240-8005 |
Merker & McDonald |
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San Diego, CA |
A two man law firm in University Heights with a general practice, including family law,injury, licensing, and criminal law.
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(619) 296-7773 |
Michael T Shannon Attorney at Law |
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Pasadena, CA |
Criminal defense attorney with 38 years of experience in both state and federal courts.
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(626) 744-0600 |
MONTY S GILL ATTORNEY AT LAW |
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Ventura, CA |
Law Office handles FAMILY LAW, SOCIAL SECURITY, CRIMINAL, EMPLOYMENT AND PERSONAL INJURY law.
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(805) 644-1071 |
MSC Mech |
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San Diego, CA |
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(619) 328-9202 |
Mueller & Mueller Attorneys-at-Law |
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Bakersfield, CA |
The Muellers use their combined experience of over 50 years to provide clients with the best defense available
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(661) 323-0050 |
Obrien Bower PA |
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Acton, CA |
Our practice areas include criminal, federal, sex, drug, juvenile, and dwi defense in Tampa, FL.
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(Pho) ne8-1325 |
Phelps Immigration Attorneys |
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Upland, CA |
Experts in Criminal Defense and Immigration Services serving international clients.
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(190) 939-3410 |
Pilchman & Kay PLC |
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Irvine, CA |
Criminal Defense Attorneys- DUI, White Collar Crime, Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, Juvenile Offenses, Weapon Charges, etc
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(877) 750-7550 |
Ramos & Associates |
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San Diego, CA |
San Diego criminal defense attorney aggressively defending you. Former criminal prosecutor who offers a free consultation.
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(619) 231-1830 |
Record Clear |
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Claremont, CA |
California Expungement Lawyers
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(909) 972-0682 |
Rozenberg & Khanjan Attorneys at Law |
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Irvine, CA |
Our firm has over 20 years experience and we are tough, aggresive attorneys that will protect our clients' rights.
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(949) 250-8770 |
San Diego County DUI Law Center |
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San Diego, CA |
San Diego County DUI Law Center's Rick Mueller provides complete information for those accused of a San Diego California DUI
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(858) 587-6055 |
San Diego Criminal Defense |
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San Diego, CA |
We provide an aggressive, skilled and professional criminal defense for clients charged of crimes in San Diego County.
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(619) 600-5533 |
San Diego DUI Law Center |
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San Diego, CA |
Rick Mueller is a Top-Rated San Diego DUI Lawyer specializing in DUI & DMV Defense, with over 23 years experience.
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(858) 587-6055 |
San Diego DWI Law Center |
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San Diego, CA |
How to hire a DUI Lawyer in San Diego. How to save your drivers license. How to oversee your drunk driving defense.
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(619) 366-3474 |
Shook & Associates Law Office |
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Sugarloaf, CA |
Personal Injury practice. Process documents for Torrance Office.
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(310) 756-1551 |
Sifuentes and Locke LLP |
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Acton, CA |
Do you need quality legal representation to keep you out of jail? Look no further than the law offices of Sifuentes and Locke
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(210) 281-0434 |
Suzuki Law Offices LLC |
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Acton, CA |
Providing criminal defense in Phoenix, AZ to individuals in need.
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(602) 288-8823 |
The Brenner Law Firm |
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Encinitas, CA |
Cherie L. Brenner handle cases from misdemeanors to serios felonies.
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(760) 481-8989 |
The Brewer Law Firm |
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Newport Beach, CA |
Former high-profile prosecutor, providing exclusive representation on criminal
and DUI cases throughout southern California
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(949) 863-9682 |
The Law Offices of Cole Casey |
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San Diego, CA |
San Diego's Top exclusively DUI Defense Law Firm. Comprehensive Drunk Driving, DUI & DWI Info. Know Your Rights & Get the Fa
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(619) 237-0384 |
The Law Offices of Daniel J Tripathi |
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Riverside, CA |
Daniel Tripathi is a practitioner of criminal defense law. His diverse experience has produced extraordinary results!
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(951) 880-7946 |
The Law Offices of Earl Carter |
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Riverside, CA |
Riverside Criminal Defense lawyers specializing exclusively in DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, theft and all criminal
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(800) 500-5342 |
The Law Offices of Michael Richmond |
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El Cajon, CA |
Serving the San Diego area with DUI and DMV legal matters.
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(619) 401-4010 |
Ultimo Law Firm |
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Irvine, CA |
Trial attorneys with extensive litigation experience in the trial of state and federal matters.
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(949) 851-0300 |
Waldo A Brown |
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West Covina, CA |
Former deputy district attorney, judge protem. Specializing in all areas of criminal law. Over 30 years experience.
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(626) 919-9119 |
A Drunk Driving LTD |
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San Diego, CA |
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(619) 563-1010 |
AAA Drunk Driving Clinic |
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Bellflower, CA |
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(562) 866-9762 |
Law Center Of Oxnard |
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Oxnard, CA |
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(805) 487-3224 |
1-800-Not-Drunk |
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Ventura, CA |
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(805) 650-8588 |
A Able Accident Attorney |
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Chula Vista, CA |
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(619) 420-0884 |
A Abogado |
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Bakersfield, CA |
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(661) 343-0956 |
A Access Legal Clinic |
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Garden Grove, CA |
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(714) 703-2890 |
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Crime
A crime is any act that violates the public law of the land. Criminal law involves prosecution of any person for an act considered a crime. In a criminal case, a suit is initiated by the state through a prosecutor. A person who has been convicted of a crime can be punished by fine and imprisonment. Most crimes in America are established by local, state and federal governments. Crimes include both felonies and misdemeanors. Felonies involve more serious crimes such as murder and rape. Misdemeanors are crimes that are typically less serious in nature such as jaywalking and traffic tickets.
In any criminal proceeding, the person being charged with a crime does not have to prove his or her innocence. The burden of proof is placed upon the government. A prosecutor must prove that the defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
The steps of the criminal process includes:
Arrest: The process often begins with the arrest of the person suspected of committing a crime.
Bail hearing: During the bail hearing, the judge hears the charges and decides if the accused should be released on bail or kept in custody. At this hearing, the accused is informed of the charges being brought against him or her and is given the right to a public defender if he or she cannot afford a criminal defense attorney.
Probable-cause hearing: Here a judge hears the evidence brought against the person being charged and decides whether probable cause exists to believe the accused has committed the crime he or she is being charged with. If there is no probable cause, the accused is then released.
Arraignment: During arraignment, the accused makes his or her plea. The most common types of pleas include guilty, not guilty and no contest or nolo contendere.
Trial: The prosecution begins the proceedings and makes an opening statement. The attorney for the accused then makes an opening statement. The prosecution then calls witnesses, who are cross-examined by the attorney for the accused. The accused calls witnesses, who are cross-examined by the other side. The prosecution makes closing arguments, followed by the closing argument from the attorney of the accused. The jury then renders a guilty or not guilty decision.
Sentencing: If the accused is found guilty, the next step is the sentencing. The judge at the sentencing considers the evidence at trial; a pre-sentencing report; mitigating circumstances, if any; a statement made by the accused; and statements made by the victim or the victims' relatives to prior to making a decision.
Appeal: The accused is allowed to appeal any guilty verdicts. The prosecutor, however, cannot appeal a not guilty verdict because the law does not allow for someone to be tried twice for the same crime. This is called the law of Double Jeopardy.
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