Looking for a Laguna Beach Criminal Defense Attorney?
If you have been charged with a crime, it doesn’t mean that you have broken the law. It also doesn’t mean that you will necessarily spend time in jail, pay a fine or be subject to any other types of sanctions. Ideally, you will call a Laguna Beach criminal defense attorney as quickly as possible after being taken into custody or after being charged with a criminal offense. Let’s take a look at the various types of cases we can help with.
First-Time Felony Defense
A felony charge is one of the most serious that you can face, but there is a chance that you can obtain a favorable outcome in a case if you lack a prior criminal history. Your attorney may use this to your advantage during the trial or while negotiating a plea deal. This may make it possible to get your case dismissed, obtain a full acquittal or receive a plea deal that eliminates a felony charge in favor of a misdemeanor.
Sex-Crime Defense
If you have been charged with a sex offense, you could face many years in prison. Furthermore, a conviction could have a significant impact on your personal and professional reputation. An attorney may be able to help clear your name, which may make it easier to run your business, get an apartment or go back to school without incident.
DUI Cases
Even if you aren’t convicted of DUI, you may still run the risk of losing your license or paying administrative fees. However, legal counsel may be able to help you avoid prison time, a large fine, or other penalties that might be levied if you are found guilty of a drunk driving charge.
Cases Involving State Drug Charges
If you are found to be in possession of a controlled substance, you may spend many years or decades in prison. The same may be true if you’re charged with distributing or trafficking such an item. Your attorney might argue that your Fourth Amendment rights were violated during an investigation, which may be enough to get a charge dropped. An attorney may also use other strategies to help you obtain a favorable outcome in a drug case.
Time in Laguna Beach
Although it’s unlikely that you will get into trouble while out on the town, a lawyer is just a phone call away if you need legal assistance for any reason.
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