San Diego Criminal Defense Lawyer
Legal Representation for Your San Diego Criminal Case
The procedures and laws relating to the area of criminal defense can be very complex in our state. One's success or failure in the outcome of their case depends upon a variety of factors, such as:
- The legal validity of law enforcement and courtroom procedure
- The circumstances surrounding the offense (including the specific crime committed and the prior criminal record of the accused)
- The strength of the evidence provided
- The courtroom strategies of the defense and opposition
While a person charged with a crime may not be able to account for all these factors in court, an experienced San Diego criminal defense attorney can, and it is strongly advised that one retain their services rather than face their charges alone. In doing so, they will have given themselves a much stronger chance of reaching a favorable resolution in their case in which their charges are reduced, or dropped completely.
Our firm offers comprehensive legal representation including, but not limited to, the following:
Bench Warrants
In order to avoid incarceration, bench warrants need to be addressed quickly. The same can be said of arrest warrants. You can tell if the warrant out for your arrest is a bench warrant based on who issued it. If a judge issued the warrant – not a law enforcement officer – then it is a bench warrant. Read more about bench warrants…
DUI
Driving under the influence is dealt with seriously in the state of California. If you are convicted of DUI then you could be facing jail time, fines, community service, and driver's license suspension. Therefore, you should take the necessary steps to obtain sound legal defense on your behalf if you have been arrested and charged with DUI. Read more about DUI…
Drug Crimes
One of the most serious crimes that a person can commit in California is a drug crime. Law enforcement officers seek to arrest under suspicion of drug crimes; judges and juries seek to convict. That being said, it is absolutely vital that you seek aggressive legal counsel to defend your drug crime allegation case. Read more about drug crimes…
Expungement
Some individuals whose past includes a criminal offense, can have their record concealed; this process is referred to as legal expungement. Having your record expunged will effectively make it impossible for future employers, housing agencies, and the like to view your past criminal history. Read more about expungement…
Federal Crimes
Due to the fact that federal crimes are those that violate federal law (rather than state law violations), they are most always tried in the federal courts. It is important to note that any crime which is carried out on federal property such as a post office, military base, agency building, etc. will be charged as a federal crime. Read more about federal crimes…
Juvenile Crimes
Minors under the age of 18 can be arrested for committing the same types of crimes as adults. However, they will likely be tried in a separate court system specifically for juvenile offenders. If your child has been charged with a criminal offense then you will want to seek legal counsel that is familiar with the operations of the juvenile court system. Read more about juvenile crimes…
Probation Violations
Your probation can be formal or informal, and a violation of either could result in additional prison time as a consequence. Typically, probation sentences can last anywhere from three to five years, during which time you will be under regulations that must be strictly followed. Read more about probation violations…
Sex Crimes
Being convicted of a sex crime has some of the most long lasting effects of any criminal charge. A convicted individual will be required to register as a national sex offender and will likely spend time in prison. Additionally, convicted individuals could be subject to fines, restitution, and mandated counseling. Read more about sex crimes…
Theft CrimesCriminal charges of theft crimes could result in jail time, fines, restitution, and mandatory counseling if you are convicted. Depending on the severity of the offense, any number of these legal consequences could ensue, which makes it vital that you seek professional legal defense to ensure that you are adequately protected against this prospect. Read more
about theft crimes…
Violent Crimes
In California, violent crimes are convicted as felonies, making the sentencing much harsher than that of a misdemeanor offense. In addition, the state operates under the Three Strikes Law which means that your penalties will be significantly more severe if you are a repeat offender. Carjacking, assault & battery, domestic violence, and robbery are just a few examples of the types of behaviors that could land you arrested and criminally charged for a violent crime. Read more about violent crimes…
Warrants
If you have a warrant out for your arrest then will be susceptible to police obtainment at all times. Until the warrant is addressed, you could be apprehended by law enforcement officers at any time. Some warrants are even established which grant permission to police officers to search your property rather than carry out a direct arrest. Read more about warrants…
White Collar Crimes
Crimes of a financial nature that are thought to involve manipulation and/or deceit are categorized as white collar offenses. These are most often charged as felony offenses and charged in the federal court system. As such, you can expect that the charges being brought against you will result in much more serious penalties if you are officially found guilty. Read more about white collar crimes…
Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego
At Ardalan & Associates, we pride ourselves on the professional, focused service we provide to our criminal defense clients. We have assist countless individuals in their criminal cases, from those involving drug crimes to those that involve
DUI offenses, and our goal is a successful defense of your case. We work tirelessly in the pursuit of this goal, by fully investigating each client's arrest and charges, and gathering information and evidence that can be used to build the strongest possible case. Contact our offices if you have been charged with a crime in San Diego, and we will provide you with the same level of service in an effort to secure positive results in your case.
If you are facing charges for a criminal offense, contact a San Diego criminal lawyer
who can provide you with aggressive legal defense against those charges.