Los Angeles & Orange County Criminal Defense Lawyers

Unlike civil law, which involves law suits between two or more private entities, LA criminal law involves defendants who are being prosecuted by the State of California, or federal government, for an act that has been classified as a crime. Crimes are generally classified as:

• Misdemeanors - less serious offenses that are normally punishable by a fine and include some traffic violations, petty theft cases, or possession of a small amount of marijuana, or
• Felonies - more serious offenses that warrant imprisonment of one or more years - such as rape, grand theft, assault with a deadly weapon, or homicide/murder.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a criminal offense in the Los Angeles or Orange County areas, please contact our lawyers as soon as possible for a free case review. Our experienced lawyers have extensive criminal defense knowledge and specialize in the defense of clients accused of drunk driving, violent crimes, sex crimes, drug related charges, domestic violence, murder, fraud and drug offenses. Our aggressive criminal lawyers will not only defend your legal rights but can also expunge your criminal records, handle your probation violations and recall your arrest warrants. Please contact us today to get started with your free consultation.

An important distinction between civil law and criminal law is the standard of proof that is required by the law. In order to prevail in a civil case, the plaintiff must demonstrate by 51% that the defendant is responsible for the plaintiff's injuries. In criminal law, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the person charged with the crime actually committed the crime. This standard is much higher than the civil standard, and requires the skilled legal representation of a qualified criminal defense attorney to fight for the defendant's exoneration.

Any person who is facing a criminal charge, no matter how minor, will benefit from consulting a qualified criminal defense lawyer. Unlike civil court cases, where money or property may be at stake, a person suspected of committing a criminal act is in jeopardy of losing their fundamental freedom, and should act quickly to protect their rights. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can identify important pretrial issues and bring appropriate motions which might significantly improve a defendant's case.

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