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Criminal Defense Attorney Marcus E. DeBose speaks both English and Spanish fluently. He is experienced in felony litigation and jury trials in San Diego. A San Diego attorney since 2001, Mr. DeBose is an admitted member of State Bar of California. Marcus worked for some of San Diego’s largest criminal defense firms. He is a graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law where he was a member of the prestigious Appellate Moot Court Board. Mr. DeBose believes in seeing the good in every individual client. Marcus always engages in extensive intake interviews with his clients, learning their life stories and understanding each client’s individualized life perspective during a free consultation before developing the strongest possible defense. Marcus had litigated hundreds of felony cases. He has achieved success in multiple jury trials including “Not Guilty” verdicts in felony armed robbery and elder abuse trials. His litigation successes also include 5 out of 5 “Not Guilty” Verdicts in domestic violence trials.
Interests and Activities: A graduate of the University of Virginia and a former soccer player at the University of Valencia in Spain, Marcus is not only fluent in Spanish but also brings a wealth of international life perspective to each of his cases. He also assists the San Diego Superior Court with the “every 15 minutes Program,” alerting teenage drivers about the dangers of drinking and driving.
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2820 Camino Del Río, S., San Diego, CA, 92101
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Posted by Cynthia | July 10, 2022
Awesome Man
Marcus is a very down to earth, straight forward, generous, empathetic and compassionate man. I was referred to him by a good friend who highly recommended him. I texted him and he got back to me within an hr. He took time on a saturday in between being a devoted parent to get back to me and helped m...
Posted by Joshua | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fantastic Service, Rapid Action, and Compassion
Marcus helped our family when my brother was involved in a situation with law enforcement. Marcus was communicative with us throughout the process, and went above and beyond to help bridge the gap with my brother while in holding. Marcus telephoned us all throughout. We knew updated information a...
Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Redemption Rockstar
I met Marcus Debose as a guest at my wedding in 2008. He had previously won a case for my wife and made quite a positive impression on her. Last year, I decided to get an expungement on an old felony DV case. I chose Marcus Debose to represent me and man, am I glad I did! Even with the outbreak and c...
Posted by Ron | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Absolutely an Amazing Attorney & Person
Without Marcus in my corner from day one my life would of been ruined both professional and family...I made a mistake and went through hell and back. Marcus was there every step...I didn't even know I was charged until I got a phone call from an ADA... googled criminal defense and sure enough Mr Deb...
Posted by Sher | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I am very pleased
I found Marcus from a online search. I am in Houston so I did not know what to expect. Marcus mare me feel comfortable and I trusted him from our 1st conversation. He took care of my legal issue and made sure he informed me of every step along the way. What a success! I did not know what to expect an...
"Marcus is a very skilled and aggressive advocate for his clients and I have absolutely no reservations recommending him to anyone in need of a very fair and competent criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Marcus for years and I refer to him anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney. I consistently hear from those I referred that Marcus did a great job for them. If Marcus can't help you, he probably knows someone who can, so he is a great first point of contact."
"I have known Marcus for many years and he is one of the most thoroughly prepared, and thus effective, advocates in town. I would highly recommend Mr. Debose to anyone charged with a crime."
"Marcus E. DeBose has been my business partner since April 1, 2009. He is a fantastic lawyer and has been an incredible mentor. His desire to help others is unmatched and his passion for the law is inspiring. I 100% endorse Marcus for any criminal matter you may have."
"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
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Client's Choice, Avvo
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Client's Choice, Avvo
2016 - Present
Partner, Tegnelia & DeBose
2009 - 2016
Partner, Marketing Director, Senior Felony Litigator, The Ertz Law Group
2005 - 2009
Trial Attorney, Pacific Law Center, San Diego, Ca
2001 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Solare & Associates
2014 - Present
San Diego Criminal Defense Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
All charges reduced to misdemeanors, probation. Client permitted to remain in Navy, GI Benefits maintained.
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Legal Answers
What does the *9 restriction on my nc licence mean
28 Apr 2015
Chances of plea bargaining for a lesser charge?
27 Apr 2015
How much time can u get for attempted murder when this happen like 6yrs ago self defense towards the "victim" was an adult
24 Apr 2015