David Evan Wohl

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David Evan Wohl

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Litigation

4255 Main St., Suite 3, Riverside, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About David

Biography

David Wohl has more than 35 years experience litigating and winning big cases all over California!

I've been getting huge, positive results for clients charged with criminal offenses for more than three decades. We specialize in defending clients who are the victims of government overreach.

I have represented clients and gotten great outcomes for them in Juvenile Court since 1989.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

37 years | 5,000 cases

80%
Juvenile Law 15%

15%
Litigation 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wohl Law, APC

4255 Main St., Suite 3, Riverside, CA, 92501

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Wohl Law, APC

9431 Haven Ave., Ste. 100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730

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David Evan Wohl's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Hoss | November 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

PERFECT

David helped me through a very complicated case. My felony conviction—although unjust—had a devastating impact on my life and ultimately led me to bankruptcy. David guided me through the process of reducing my felony to a misdemeanor, securing its dismissal, and completing the expungement. He is a co...mpassionate, knowledgeable, and highly effective advocate who knows how to communicate with judges and navigate the system with skill and professionalism.

Posted by Devontay Thomas | May 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

5 stars - The best decision I ever made

Hiring David Wohl as my attorney was hands down the best decision I could have made for my criminal case. From our very first meeting, he proved to be not only incredibly knowledgeable and strategic, but also genuinely compassionate and dedicated to getting the best possible outcome for me. David ...worked relentlessly on my behalf, always going the extra mile to make sure I understood every step of the process. He kept me informed, answered all of my questions, and made sure I never felt alone during one of the most stressful times in my life. What really stood out was how much he cared—not just about my case, but about me and my family. He made sure we felt supported throughout the entire journey. Thanks to David, I was able to manage my legal situation while still handling my responsibilities and continuing to live my everyday life. He’s a true professional and someone who genuinely wants to see his clients come out on top. I can’t recommend David Wohl highly enough. If you’re looking for someone who will have your back and get results, he’s the one to call.

Posted by Stormee | March 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

There’s no better choice than David Wohl

I am incredibly thankful and appreciative of all the hard work that my lawyer, David Wohl, put into my case. From the very beginning, David showed a deep level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explained every step of the legal process, and made... me feel confident that I was in the right hands. His commitment and tireless efforts were truly evident, and I’m beyond grateful that he worked diligently to get my case dismissed. Thanks to David, I can move forward with peace of mind. I highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate attorney!

Posted by Thomie | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

CHOOSE DAVID WOHL

I was facing a legal problem that was over 20 years old. I was made aware of the problem as a result of renewing my passport. Mr. Wohl took my case, appeared in court on my behalf and successfully got the whole case taken care of. If you or loved one finds yourself in need of legal assistance I hig...hly recommend Mr. Wohl, you will be hiring someone compassionate and knowledgeable of the law.

Posted by Samantha G | March 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Solid Attorney

We were recommended this attorney by a family friend who was dealing with federal time. David has worked his way through to get my husband a great deal and he will soon be reunited with his family in a blink of an eye. He dealt with all of our emotions, frustration, and our impatience in such a respe...ctful way and kept assuring us that he would get my husband a great deal but that we had to be patient. David managed to get this case resolved within 3 months. Very satisfied with the outcome & highly recommend him if your loved one is looking at serious time. Thank you David!

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David Evan Wohl's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Visco

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an amazing attorney who truly cares about his clients. I highly recommend David!"

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Scott Heitmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dan Danet

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Attorney Wohl is an experienced litigator who is highly respected in the legal community. I highly recommend him to anyone facing criminal accusations."

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Matthew Selmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Attorney David Wohl is an excellent attorney. He is committed and works hard to get the best results for his clients."

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Eric Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. David Wohl is one of the greatest criminal defense attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Impeccable work ethic, vast knowledge of the law, commitment to his clients, and passion for criminal defense are just a few of his attributes."

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Steven Cron

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney David Wohl. Provides excellent legal answers on Avvo to assist people seeking assistance. An asset to he legal profession."

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Michael Jeandron

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Dave extensively on many issues facing the community when I was the spokesman for the Riverside County DA's Office. He was very courteous with me in all dealings, but also a very aggressive and an effective advocate on behalf of those he represented."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jonathan Lynn

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this attorney’s work. David Wohl is an experienced criminal defense attorney who is known for achieving outstanding results. Anyone facing a criminal charge would be fortunate to have David fighting for their rights."

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Stephen Klarich

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave's has tremendous knowledge of the law and has been a trial attorney for over 20 years. His ability to achieve excellent plea bargains with the prosecutors is short of a miracle. He gets murder charges reduced to involuntary manslaughter. Gets vehicular manslaughter cases completely dismissed. Dave is a true bull dog and a criminal defense attorney you want on your team."

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Robert Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. David Wohl is a fierce advocate for his clients. His experience and insight make him invaluable as a criminal defense attorney."

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E Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wohl brings a lot of experience to the table. He is a dedicated, experienced and hard working advocate when it comes to his clients. His experience and reputation in the industry is unparalleled."

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Andrei Lapine

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dave has a combination of skill and experience that is unparalleled in the arena of Criminal Law in Southern California. He has a knack for achieving favorable outcomes for all of his clients regardless of how bad the facts of a case may look at the outset. Anyone facing criminal charges would be lucky to have Dave by their side in court."

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Rastin Ashtiani

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Attorney David Wohl. Mr. Wohl is an aggressive defender of his client's rights. He pursues the best outcomes for his clients. I highly encourage you to contact David Wohl if you need legal help."

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Hong Lyu

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Wohl comes from a lot of experience and is a good source of procedural and legal knowledge. His clients are clearly in good hands with him."

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Yvette Ochoa

Criminal defense lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. David Wohl is a great lawyer who pays attention to detail and the needs of his clients. He is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense and does the best he can to ensure that his client's are provided with a fair defense."

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Christopher Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wohl is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. He has many years defending clients in serious criminal cases and can tackle any challenge."

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Matthew Wallin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"David Wohl has great legal knowledge and experience in the area of criminal defense. He works tremendously hard for each and every one of his clients."

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David Cohn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is an outstanding attorney and it is a pleasure to work with him. I highly recommend David to anyone in need of a great criminal defense attorney."

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Gregory Comings

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse David and his work. David is a great attorney."

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Dan Danet

Expungement lawyer

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Brian Yin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Selmer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Jeandron

Car accident lawyer

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Robert Williams

Family lawyer

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Eric Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Lynn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Martell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Lee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rastin Ashtiani

Criminal defense lawyer

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Hong Lyu

Family lawyer

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E Lee

Family lawyer

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Andrei Lapine

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Cohn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Klarich

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Wallin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Wallin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Yvette Ochoa

Family lawyer

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Daniel Moffatt

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, California Super Lawyers

2018

Top Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyers, LexisNexis

2005

Top Lawyer, OC Metro Magazine

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Visco & Wohl, APC

Associations

2017 - Present

Riverside County Defense Bar

Memeber

2012 - Present

Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

National Rifle Association

Member

1991 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

1991 - Present

California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

Central District of California

Admitted

1989 - Present

Southern District of California

Admitted to Practice

1987 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

Member

1982 - Present

Lawyers in MENSA

Member

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

1989 - 2012

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Robert Lotter

Pending but after bail hearing bail reduced from $4 million to $100, 000 and client freed.

U.S. v Michael Torres

Please agreement reduced clients sentence to 5 years.

U.S. v Michael Torres

Please agreement reduced clients sentence to 5 years.

People v. David Harry

Guilty plea to drastically reduced charges

People v. Johnny Bright

After two years of litigation the charges were reduced to a misdemeanor battery, with no jail time and two years probation

People v. DL

1 Year Jail Sentence Reduced to 90 Days for 2nd Time DUI with Refusal and Probation Violation Charge.

Domestic Violence Charges Not Filed Against Client

No Domestic Violence Charges Filed Against Client.

People v. Richard Radcliffe

Felony was dismissed and client pled guilty to a disturbing the peace infraction

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Education

1988

California Western SOL

law

1985

San Diego State Univ

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2019

California Gun Rights

Concealed Carry Permits in California

2018

MCLE meeting

Juvenile Defense

2018

Career Day

Law as a career

2015

Discovery Doing Enough To Vet Its Stars? Disclosure of Juvenile Records

2009

Orange County Bar Association

Criminal Defense

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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