Charles Edward Kenyon

Charles Edward Kenyon

4.4
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

3750 University Ave., #550, Riverside, CA

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

100% devoted to Criminal Defense with 100+ jury trials ranging from Murder, Three Strikes, Narcotics, Vehicular Homicide and Sex Offense. I serve courthouses in Riverside, Banning, Indio, Murrieta, Orange County, and San Bernardino County.

22 years

30%
Drug Crime 25%

Decades of experience in search/seizure/suppression motion law from prior work in major narcotics unit as a DA. I have undergone formal training with the DOJ in narcotics and have handled hundreds of narcotics cases and drug overdose cases.

22 years

25%
Domestic Violence 20%

I have handled hundreds of Domestic and Family Violence cases over the past two decades, including over three years handling exclusively Sexual Assault and Child Abuse as a prosecutor.

22 years

20%
Juvenile Law 15%

I was the senior prosecutor in Juvenile Court for 18 months where I handled the most serious delinquency cases. These included gang offense, attempt murder, assault, theft, and sex offenses.

20 years

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

I have a background in biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry, so I know how to present vehicular homicide & DUI evidence before a jury. I have undergone Dept of Justice training in alcohol, drugs, and marijuana intoxication.

22 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 500-900 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Charles Kenyon, Attorney at Law

3750 University Ave., #550, Riverside, CA, 92501

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Charles Edward Kenyon's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Family

Posted by Ron | January 27, 2014 | Family

Excellent Attorney

Charles was a true professional handling my family law / removing support case. Even though he's said his strength was in criminal law he handled this for me and was a complete success in achieving my goals. He was priced right and I felt a true level of honesty and compassion for resolving my case.... I would recommend Charles in a minute and in the event I am ever in need of attorney his number is at the top of my list.

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Charles Edward Kenyon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Rollins

Domestic violence lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an excellent attorney. I’ve known him both as a prosecutor and as a criminal defense attorney. Charles has experience working on both sides, so he knows how to evaluate a case and to get the best deal possible. I endorse Charles as a criminal defense attorney; his experience and skill is unmatched."

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Courtney Will

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Charles since law school and can say that without a doubt, he is one of the most highly skilled criminal defense attorneys in Riverside. As a prosecutor, he always handled cases fairly and since being a defense attorney, I have found him to be an extremely knowledgeable and very hardworking advocate who truly cares about his clients. His negotiation skills are second to none and he leaves no stone unturned in his preparation. He also possesses the unique ability to present a case at trial in a highly organized and persuasive manner – a trait that is more rare than you may think with attorneys. I have seen Charles work miracles in the courtroom, and give him my highest endorsement. If you need a top criminal defense attorney in Riverside, then look no further."

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Christopher Martens

Domestic violence lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Kenyon, He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Laurie Schmidt

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kenyon is knowledgeable and experienced in defending all severity of criminal a charges. He is aggressive and has a proven trial record. I would endorse this attorney."

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Daniel Tripathi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Mr. Kenyon. He is diligent, knowledgeable and highly regarded."

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Adrianos Facchetti

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

N/A

Prosecutor of the Year, Riverside DA

N/A

Barrister Society, Barrister Society

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Kenyon Law Group

2004 - 2007

Deputy District Attorney, Riverside District Attorney

Associations

2007 - Present

Orange County Barristers

Attorney Member

2007 - Present

Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation Section

Attorney Member

2005 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Dean C.

Case Dismissed

People v. Sammeh M.

DA Rejected filing

People v. Nathan C.

Case Dismissed

People v. Enoc C.

Jury Acquittal

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Education

2004

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Dartmouth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Pepperdine University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2011

Pepperdine Trial Advocacy Seminar

Jury Selection

Publications

2004

Capital Defense Journal Gang Enhancement as a Death Penalty Qualifier

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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