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Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Protect your license, livelihood, and future.
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Challenge the evidence and protect your constitutional rights.
Learn MoreSan Diego Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
A domestic violence arrest can affect your home, family, reputation, and freedom before a case ever reaches trial. Get clear advice and a defense focused on the facts—not assumptions.
Learn MoreSan Diego Restraining Order Violation Lawyer
An allegation of violating a protective order can put your freedom, home, and family relationships at risk. Get clear advice about the order, the prosecution’s evidence, and your next steps from a Certified Criminal Law Specialist.
Learn MoreSan Diego Sex Crime Defense Attorney
A sex crime accusation can threaten your freedom, reputation, and future. Get clear guidance and a defense built around the evidence from James N. Dicks, a Certified Criminal Law Specialist and former police detective.
Learn MoreSolicitation Defense
Examine intent, communications, and the penalties under Penal Code § 647(b).
Learn MoreSan Diego Theft Crime Defense Lawyer
A theft allegation can threaten your livelihood and reputation. Whether you are accused of a misdemeanor or felony, your defense should begin with a careful examination of the evidence and your individual circumstances.
Learn MoreSan Diego Violent Crime Defense Attorney
Serious accusations demand careful investigation, experienced judgment, and preparation for trial. Your future should not be decided by the allegation alone.
Learn MoreSan Diego Expungement Attorney
A past conviction can continue to affect your work and opportunities. California offers different forms of record relief. We can help you understand which may apply—and what they do and do not change.
Learn MoreSan Diego Conspiracy Defense Attorney
A conspiracy allegation can put your freedom at risk even when the planned crime never occurred. You deserve a defense that examines what you actually agreed to, what you intended, and what the evidence can prove—not assumptions about the people you know.
Learn MoreSan Diego Aiding & Abetting Defense Lawyer
You can face serious accusations even if you did not personally carry out a crime. An aiding and abetting case should turn on evidence of what you knew, intended, and actually did—not assumptions about the people you know. Get clear advice and a defense focused on your individual role.
Learn MoreSan Diego Hit and Run Defense Lawyer
Leaving an accident scene can lead to criminal charges—even when another driver caused the collision. If you are accused of hit and run, get a clear explanation of your obligations, the evidence, and your options from a Certified Criminal Law Specialist.
Learn MoreSan Diego Bribery Defense Lawyer
An allegation of bribery can jeopardize your career, reputation, and freedom. Understand the accusation before giving a statement, and build a defense that puts the full context of the transaction into focus.
Learn MoreSan Diego Child Abduction Defense Attorney
A custody dispute can become a criminal investigation when someone is accused of unlawfully taking or withholding a child. Get clear advice about your rights, the court orders, and the evidence before taking another step.
Learn MoreSan Diego Felony While on Bail Defense Lawyer
A new felony allegation while another case is pending can put both your release and your future at risk. Get a coordinated defense that addresses the new charge, the original case, and any claimed sentencing enhancement.
Learn MoreSan Diego Criminal Threats Defense Lawyer
A heated exchange or disputed message can become a serious criminal allegation. The full context matters. Get a defense focused on what was communicated, what was intended, and what the prosecution can actually prove.
Learn MoreSan Diego Disorderly Conduct Defense Attorney
A public encounter can lead to a charge with lasting consequences. Do not dismiss an allegation as minor. Understand which law applies and whether the evidence supports it.
Learn MoreSan Diego Evading a Police Officer Defense Lawyer
An alleged failure to stop can threaten your freedom and driving privileges. A careful defense starts with whether you intended to evade and whether the pursuit met the legal requirements.
Learn MoreSan Diego Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
A federal investigation requires a defense tailored to federal procedure, evidence, and sentencing. Get experienced guidance before an interview, subpoena response, or plea decision.
Learn MoreSan Diego Felony Defense Attorney
A felony accusation can put your freedom and long-term opportunities at risk. Get a clear assessment of the evidence, sentencing exposure, and options before deciding how to respond.
Learn MoreSan Diego Gang Crime Defense Attorney
A gang allegation can dramatically increase the stakes of a criminal case. Association, a neighborhood, or a label is not a substitute for proof. Your defense should address both the underlying charge and the claimed gang connection.
Learn MoreSan Diego Illegal Search and Seizure Lawyer
The discovery of evidence does not excuse an unlawful search. Get a careful review of the stop, warrant, and police conduct to understand whether evidence can be challenged.
Learn MoreSan Diego Internet Crime Defense Lawyer
Online allegations can turn on technical evidence and questions about who controlled an account or device. Protect your rights with a defense that examines the data, context, and required intent.
Learn MoreSan Diego Juvenile Defense Attorney
Your child deserves more than to be defined by an allegation. Get clear guidance for your family and a defense focused on rights, rehabilitation, and the years ahead.
Learn MoreSan Diego Military Criminal Defense Lawyer
For a service member, a criminal allegation can threaten far more than a court sentence. Protect your freedom, career, and benefits with advice that considers both military and civilian consequences.
Learn MoreSan Diego Obstruction of Justice Defense Lawyer
An investigation can produce new allegations against a suspect, witness, friend, or family member. Understand the specific charge and protect your rights before trying to explain what happened.
Learn MoreSan Diego Perjury Defense Attorney
A disputed statement can place your reputation and freedom at risk. An error, uncertainty, or misunderstood question is not automatically perjury. The exact statement and what you knew matter.
Learn MoreSan Diego Pre-File Investigation Lawyer
You do not have to wait for an arrest or court date to protect your rights. Early legal advice can help preserve evidence and guide your response while investigators and prosecutors evaluate an allegation.
Learn MoreSan Diego Pretrial Assessment and Release Lawyer
What happens before trial can affect your family, work, and ability to prepare a defense. Get help presenting a practical release plan and understanding the conditions the court may impose.
Learn MoreSan Diego Revenge Porn Defense Attorney
An allegation of sharing private images can affect your freedom and reputation. Get a measured defense that examines identity, privacy expectations, distribution, and the full digital record.
Learn MoreSan Diego Stalking Defense Attorney
Stalking accusations can turn private communications into a serious criminal case. Get advice that separates suspicion from the legal requirements and helps you comply with every court order.
Learn MoreSan Diego State Crime Defense Lawyer
A California criminal accusation deserves an individual defense, not assumptions about guilt. Understand the charges, protect your constitutional rights, and prepare for the next step in court.
Learn MoreSan Diego Three Strikes Defense Lawyer
A prior strike can change the stakes of a new case. Get a precise review of the charged offense, the prior convictions, and the available legal options before making a plea decision.
Learn MoreSan Diego Traffic Stop Defense Lawyer
A traffic stop can become a DUI, drug, weapons, or other criminal case. Get a review of why you were stopped, what officers did next, and whether the evidence was obtained lawfully.
Learn MoreSan Diego Vandalism Defense Attorney
An allegation of property damage can affect more than the cost of repairs. Get a defense that examines identification, intent, ownership, and the amount the prosecution claims.
Learn MoreSan Diego Arrest and Bench Warrant Lawyer
An outstanding warrant can turn an ordinary encounter into an arrest. Do not ignore it or assume it will expire. Get advice about the warrant, the court record, and a lawful plan to address it.
Learn MoreSan Diego White Collar Crime Defense Lawyer
Financial allegations can threaten your livelihood, assets, and freedom. A strong defense requires careful attention to transactions, authority, intent, and the records behind the accusation.
Learn MoreSan Diego Witness Tampering Defense Lawyer
A conversation about a pending case can lead to a separate allegation of interference. Get advice before making further contact and understand what the prosecution must prove.
Learn MorePersonal Injury
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, explore your options for medical expenses, lost income, and the impact on your life.
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