Clovis, California Criminal Lawyers

Robert Jacob Simmons

Clovis, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 32 years experience

1124 Pierce Dr
Clovis, CA 93612

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
San Joaquin COL

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Eric Hans Schweitzer

Clovis, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years experience

(559) 322-1500 620 Dewitt Ave Ste 102
Clovis, CA 93612

Criminal and DUI
San Joaquin COL

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Miles Thomas Hunt

Clovis, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 4 years experience

(559) 260-7952 5139 Horseshoe Bend
Clovis, CA 93619

Criminal and Employment

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Tina M Barberi

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years experience

(800) 559-0134 7493 N. Ingram Ave., Ste. 103
Fresno, CA 93711

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
California Western School of Law

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At the Law Office of Tina M. Barberi, P.C., our criminal and DUI trial attorney stands out among other law firms because we offer an established reputation for obtaining great results for our clients. We are dedicated to our clients and will fight hard to get the results you need when facing criminal charges. We are different from most lawyers because we focus on being proactive, rather than reactive, when dealing with the criminal justice system and the Courts. We handle criminal and DUI matters daily and know how Fresno judges handle cases similar to yours....

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Richard M. Oberto

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years experience

(559) 221-2557 516 W Shaw Ave
#200
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
University of California, Berkeley School of Law

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Attorney Richard M. Oberto is committed to providing clients the best legal representation in cases where people have the most at stake.

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David Evan Jones

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years experience

(559) 266-8604 401 W. Fallbrook, Suite 201
Fresno, CA 93711

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Whittier Coll School of Law

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Recognized Among the Central Valley’s Best in DUI & criminal defense. Backed by more than 20 years of experience in criminal law, Mr. Jones is a former prosecutor turned award-winning defense attorney. He has handled thousands of DUI and criminal cases, including more than 100 trials, both as a Deputy District Attorney and a defense lawyer.

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Hagop Jacob Arisian

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 5 years experience

225 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 101
Fresno, CA 93704

Free ConsultationCriminal and Personal Injury
San Joaquin College of Law

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Mr. Arisian’s practice is concentrated but not limited to Criminal Defense, Personal Injury as well as Lemon Law cases in the State of California. Although, the main office is located in Fresno, California, Mr. Arisian’s practice is not limited to the Central Valley and can extend to all Counties of the State of California. Since graduating from San Joaquin College of Law, Mr. Arisian was employed by Yohman, Parker, Kern & Nard under the direct supervision of Mr. Richard Kern where he gained valuable experience in Worker’s Compensation Defense cases and more specifically in Subrogation matters. After graduating...

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Michael E. Mitchell

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney

(559) 222-2424 285 W. Shaw Avenue
Suite 101
Fresno, CA 93704

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
San Joaquin College of Law

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Michael E. Mitchell is local attorney whose practice focuses primarily on criminal and DUI/DWI defense. Michael E. Mitchell has extensive experience in both Federal and State court. He routinely represents clients on felony and misdemeanor cases, such as drug possession, drunk driving cases involving injury and death, and spousal abuse / domestic violence cases. Michael E. Mitchell offers free consultations to discuss your case. Telephone: (559) 222-2424

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James Patrick Lambe

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 41 years experience

(559) 439-1352 5132 North Palm Avenue, P.M.B. 240
Fresno, CA 93704

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

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James P. Lambe has been a Fresno criminal defense lawyer since 1986. In trials of life sentence cases, he has obtained eight acquittals, four hung jury dismissals, and three in limine motion dismissals.

He has employed creativity in settling four death penalty cases. He has also concluded thirty-three other murder cases (preventing a murder conviction in eighteen of them) and one hundred and four three strikes cases (preventing a three strikes sentence in ninety-four of them).

He was the trial attorney in two published cases which effected...

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Robert Sherman Wynne

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 29 years experience

(559) 281-5030 5588 NORTH PALM AVENUE
Fresno, CA 93704

Free ConsultationCriminal
San Joaquin COL

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i WAS ADMITTED TO THE cALIFORNIA STATE bAR IN 1989. I BEGAN PRACTICING CRIMINL lAW, IN PRIVATE PRACTICE, THAT SAME YEAR. IN 1995 I WAS CERTIFIED BY THE STATE BAR OF CALIFORNIA AS A cERTIFIED SPECIALIST, CRIMINAL LAW. I HANDLE ALL FELONY AND MISDEMEANOER CASES IN STATE & FEDERAL COURTS. I HAVE SUCCESSFULLY HANDLED THOUSANDS OF CRIMINAL CASES.

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Jonathan Rooker

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years experience

(559) 266-5555 191 W. Shaw
Ste 209
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
San Joaquin College of Law

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When you come to The Law Office of Jonathan Rooker, you can receive the help you need from a criminal defense lawyer who knows and understands the Fresno Courts. Criminal charges are a serious matter and can result in life altering penalties. Some cases require an aggressive defense, while others require patience. Having an attorney who knows how to do what is best in your situation is an important attribute. That is the lawyer you want to have on your side. Attorney Jonathan Rooker is up to the task! He obtained his Juris Doctorate from San Joaquin College...

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Gerald Saul Schwab Jr

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(559) 441-1418 5588 N. Palm
Fresno, CA 93704

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years experience
Criminal and Personal Injury
San Joaquin COL

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I am a former Probation Officer, Deputy District Attorney. I am currently and Adjunct Criminology Instructor at Fresno City College, and have been practicing Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury Law for more than Twelve Years. I have handled cases from Petty Theft to Double Murder and have more than 50 Felony trials. When you need an Experienced Attorney call me! 559-441-1418

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Gurjit Singh Srai

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years experience

(559) 449-1447 5588 N. Palm Avenue
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Chapman University Fowler School of Law

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Jamie Michelle Palm

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 4 years experience

(559) 614-0394 191 W. Shaw Ave. #209
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal, DUI and Immigration
San Joaquin College of Law

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Brian Andritch

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years experience

(559) 221-2601 516 W. Shaw Ave., Suite 200
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific

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Eugene Action

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years experience

(559) 283-9772 1780 E. Barstow Ave
Suite 5
Fresno, CA 93710

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Family
Harvard Univ Law School

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Mary M. Moshrefi

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years experience

(559) 439-9999 5424 N Palm Ave.
Ste. 106
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence

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Ms. Moshrefi has represented hundreds of clients in Fresno, Madera, Tulare, and Kings counties. Her goal is to seek justice for her clients by building a professional relationship based upon trust and understanding of her client's needs. Ms. Moshrefi vigorously represents her clients in the areas of Criminal, Family and Juvenile laws. During her career, Ms. Moshrefi has represented clients in various capacities, including in Dissolution of Marriages (separations and divorces) involving small properties up to multi-million dollar estates; child custody, visitation, and child and spousal support cases; juveniles and adults in cases involving small traffic infractions...

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Gregory W Fox

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years experience

(559) 222-5800 191 West Shaw Avenue
208
Fresno, CA 93704

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Domestic Violence

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As a highly respected Fresno DUI Attorney and Criminal Defense Lawyer, The Law Office of Gregory W. Fox represents clients in Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Visalia, and Bakersfield by providing experienced and aggressive criminal defense for those who have been charged with: Appeals after conviction, Assault and Battery, Domestic Violence and Spousal Abuse, Drug Charges, Felonies, Gang Crimes, Gun Charges, Hit and Run, Medical Marijuana, Misdemeanors and more.

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Peter Daniel Aguayo

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 4 years experience

(559) 222-1570 191 W Shaw Ave Suite 209
Fresno, CA 93704

Criminal and Immigration

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Michael John Margosian

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 40 years experience

(559) 268-0076 Suite 190
Suite 190
Fresno, CA 93711

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific

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Mr. Jose Lino Ruiz

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer

(559) 447-1240 7493 N. Ingram Ave., Ste 103
Fresno, CA 93711

Criminal

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Charles Frederick Magill

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 30 years experience

(559) 255-3425 1060 Fulton Mall
Suite 806
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
San Joaquin COL

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Charles Magill’s relentless and creative style of legal service has resulted in more than 150 jury and court trial victories. Because of his uncanny ability to explain complex legal cases with unmistakable clarity, many news organizations, including FOX, ABC, CBS, NPR, NBC, The Wall Street Journal and The Fresno Bee, have sought his concise legal insight in interviews. He is an active member in the local Fresno Community and a member of the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce. He and his firm have received multiple awards of recognition, many of which are a direct result of client nomination.

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Sally S. Vecchiarelli

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer

(559) 314-4233 2300 Tulare Street Suite #215
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DUI and Juvenile
San Joaquin College of Law

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No one wants to hire an attorney, but sometimes you have to.
You want an attorney that cares, listens, understands, and knows how to fight for you in the courtroom. An attorney that explains the law and strategy in a language you understand. An attorney that will answer your phone calls and ease your stress and worries.

Sally Vecchiarelli is the attorney you want!

Sally grew up in Fresno with two criminal defense attorneys for parents. She has always been a fighter of justice- and would never prosecute a case; a true defense attorney!

Call today, talk to Sally and claim your...

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Rick Horowitz

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years experience

(559) 233-8886 2014 Tulare St
Suite 627
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal and Juvenile
San Joaquin College of Law

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Rick Horowitz is a skilled criminal defense attorney in Fresno and the founder of The Law Offices of Rick Horowitz. At the firm, he regularly assists clients who are facing serious criminal charges, including weapons charges, drug charges, sex crime charges, and even murder charges. His proven track record has earned him the respect of his clients, while his determination and aggressive approach to defense has earned him the respect of local judges and fellow attorneys, including prosecutors. If you or a loved one needs a criminal defense lawyer in the Fresno area, contact the firm for a free consultation....

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Pahoua C Lor

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(559) 840-2780 1255 W. Shaw Avenue #101
Fresno, CA 93711

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
Criminal, Employment, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
San Joaquin College of Law

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Pahoua was born in Iowa, but was raised in Fresno, California. She graduated from the University of California, Davis with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. She earned her Juris Doctorate from San Joaquin College of Law. Pahoua's law practice focuses on Employment Law, Housing Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Criminal Law.

Prior to attending law school, Pahoua worked for attorneys in the Sacramento and Fresno areas. During law school, Pahoua interned with Central California Legal Services advocating for domestic violence victims. In 2007, she was the recipient of the Champions of Justice...

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Michael George McKneely

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years experience

(559) 443-7442 2300 Tulare Street Ste 115
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

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Attorney Michael McKneely with Michael McKneely, Criminal Defense Lawyer is a compassionate and dedicated litigator who provides criminal defense for good people in central California and in federal courts across the country. He puts his extensive experience to work in difficult cases involving cutting edge technology and the most complex legal issues at the forefront of criminal law.

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Jeffrey Tyson Hammerschmidt

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 32 years experience

(559) 233-5333 2445 Capitol St, Ste. 150
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Univ of Missouri School of Law

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Mr. Hammerschmidt's practice is limited to the defense of persons accused of crimes in state and federal courts, including white collar matters. Mr. Hammerschmidt served as a Deputy District Attorney for more than 12 years and also served as the lead legal advisor to a police department of more than 800 police officers. He is certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Hammerschmidt is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest rating given to an attorney and he is listed in the Bar Register of...

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Mark Broughton

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 41 years experience

(559) 691-6222 2300 Tulare Street
Suite 215
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Western State College of Law at Argosy University

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Mark A. Broughton is a Fresno County criminal defense attorney who represents men, women, and juveniles in state and federal court. Mr. Broughton has been licensed to practice law for the past 39 years. He regularly defends people accused of simple misdemeanor DUIs to complex cases such as white collar, gang related matters, and murder charges. He was the chief defense attorney for a 17-attorney criminal defense law firm where he worked exclusively in criminal matters for nearly 15 years. Mr. Broughton is death penalty qualified and is currently on the special circumstances/death penalty panel of attorneys who are...

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Richard Anthony Beshwate Jr

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years experience

(559) 266-5000 2020 Tulare St., Suite A
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
San Joaquin COL

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Criminal Defense Attorney, Former Prosecutor. 20 years experience, All Federal and State Criminal matters. Death Penalty qualified.

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Daniel K. Martin

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years experience

(559) 355-3425 1060 Fulton Mall
Suite 804
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
San Joaquin College of Law

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Being charged with a crime is a stressful and scary proposition. You need someone who will fight for you and get the best possible results. Daniel K Martin has represented many people charges with crimes like driving under the influence, domestic violence, and homicide. If you have been charged with a crime, Mr. Martin will meet with you for free to discuss your case. He will answer your questions and let you know how he can help. Can today for an absolutely free consultation. (559) 255-3425 In most cases payment plans are available with the first payment often...

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Martin Taleisnik

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years experience

(559) 266-9800 2150 Tulare Street
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal, DUI, Elder and Medical Malpractice
Univ of Oregon School of Law

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Attorney Martin Taleisnik is a defense lawyer who has been committed to representing the criminally accused for more than a decade. With a background in science, he has an invaluable perspective into all kinds of criminal cases including those involving murder, sexual assault, theft, robbery and DUI. In addition, Mr. Taleisnik offers affordable payment plans and free initial consultations, so call his firm, Sawl Law Group, today to get started on your case!

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David R. Mugridge

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 34 years experience

(559) 840-0020 P.O. Box 1369
Fresno, CA 93716

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
San Joaquin College of Law

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Attorney Mugridge is a State Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He is personally fluent in Spanish. He has been listed as a California SuperLawyer in Criminal Law since 2009. Mr. Mugridge was selected to the "Top 100 Criminal Lawyers" in America by the National Criminal Lawyers Association for 2014. Formerly a research attorney for Presiding Justice George Brown (dec.) of the 5th Dist Court of Appeals, Homicide (including Death Penalty defense) is his primary focus.

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Earl Franklin Carter

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 44 years experience

(800) 500-5342 2444 Main St. #130
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Juvenile
Arizona State Univ COL

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Earl Carter has been aggressively representing clients charged with crimes in California including and especially DUI Since 1975. Earl Carter and his team of exceptional criminal defense attorneys strive to provide high quality representation at an affordable fee.

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Amanda Moran

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 2 years experience

(559) 264-2688 1330 L Street, Suite A
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime

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Amanda Moran is now the Managing Partner of the Moran Law Firm. Amanda's dedication and commitment to legal excellence began to show in her successful record of obtaining positive resolutions for her clients. Attorney Moran has significant experience writing Criminal Writs and Appeals. She also served as the second chair attorney in a death penalty case with Attorney Mugridge, and co-counsel in preparation for numerous homicide cases. Attorney Moran has obtained successful verdicts in jury trials, and is highly regarded for her impressive ability to challenge even the most experienced District Attorneys at all stages of the trial....

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Christina A Roberson

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 6 years experience

(559) 233-5333 2445 Capitol Street, Suite 150
Fresno, CA 93721

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and White Collar Crime
San Joaquin College of Law

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Christina A. Roberson is a Fresno County criminal defense attorney who represents men, women and juveniles in the California state court. She works passionately and tirelessly for her clients on a wide range of criminal defense matters. Ms. Roberson attended San Joaquin College of Law, where she was the top ranked student three of her four years, while working full time as a law clerk gaining valuable experience. In May of 2012, she graduated with high honors, and was admitted to the California State Bar in November of 2012. During her law school career, Ms. Roberson was published in...

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Nicholas A. Capozzi

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years experience

(559) 374-2012 2115 Kern St #103
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal, Appeals, DUI and White Collar Crime
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

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Fresno attorney Nicco Capozzi has dedicated his law practice to fighting for his clients' rights in both criminal and civil court. As a professor of law, advocate, and fighter he remains on the frontline of legal advocacy. He is rated as a "Top 100 Trial Lawyer" by the National Trial Lawyers association and as 10/10 "Superb" on AVVO, a site dedicated to peer and client reviews. Today, Mr. Capozzi has a diverse profession — he is a practicing Fresno criminal defense attorney, civil litigator, professor of law, author, historian, and entrepreneur. He owns and operates the Law Office of...

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Glenn Richard Wilson

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 23 years experience

(559) 237-5297 2141 Tuolumne St
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
San Joaquin College of Law

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Curtis Bonghoon Sok

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years experience

(559) 475-0239 452 N Blackstone Ave
Fresno, CA 93701

Free ConsultationCriminal
Western State Univ COL

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Michael Lawrence Elder

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years experience

(559) 453-3933 2220 Tulare St
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal
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Laura M. Boyd

Fresno, CA Criminal Law Attorney with 8 years experience

(559) 326-4711 2014 Tulare Street, Suite 402
Fresno, CA 93721

Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
San Joaquin College of Law and San Joaquin College of Law

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Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

Self-defense: The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.

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