Eugene Carson III

Eugene Carson III

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

3890 11th Street, Suite 103, Riverside, CA

About Eugene

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

I am a former Deputy District Attorney. We have gotten murder charges dismissed, domestic violence, rape, robbery and DUI cases dismissed. I am familiar with the practices of the District Attorney's Office. I can use that insight to your advantage!

20 years | 1,000 cases

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Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

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Eugene Carson

3890 11th Street, Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501

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Eugene Carson III's Reviews

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119 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by JOHNNY | February 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Real Deal

Make no doubt about it, this man is the real deal. Eugene is talented, extremely intelligent, organized, concise, was a District Attorney, and I've noticed everybody genuinely likes Eugene. Well, except for any opposing attorney who has the unfortunate task of going against Eugene. But even they will... like him after the case or trial concludes, because he's that good. I consider Eugene a friend, because of what we went through during trial, it was extremely difficult and emotional. And of course what he did for myself and my children. The attorney I had prior to Eugene didn't do anything for over a year, and caused a lot of harm to myself and my children, because of his inactivity, and constant lies to me about his progress. I had to get rid of him, and I was lucky enough to be able to hire an amazing attorney named Eugene Carson the third. Eugene finished my case in 3 months. Each time Eugene appeared for me, he made an impact. He brought my initial felony charge-four counts, to a misdemeanor-three counts, the first time he had the opportunity to. And before trial began, to a misdemeanor one-count. I had no other choice to request a jury trial, because an innocent man like myself does not accept pleas. Eugene told me possible horrible negative outcomes every step of the way, which were difficult to hear and accept. But I knew I had innocence on my side, and as long as we could unravel every false allegation and lie made by a psychotic ex I felt I would be fine. You hear people comment about attorneys "fighting" for them, or he/she "fought" for me, but what does that mean? I'll tell you what it means, because that's exactly what Eugene did for me, he fought with passion and pizazz for me. Eugene knew who I was, he knew my case, he researched, and he cross-examined magnificently. He exposed an incompetent lying rookie detective (advanced age) who the jurors didn't like, an incompetent doctor, a horrible fraudulent child interviewer with anger issues, who was working with the detective and atrocious CPS to try and match a psychotic ex's fraudulent story. And how could I forget, Eugene exposed the psychotic ex for what she really is, a liar, and who perjured herself multiple times on the stand. Eugene also found out the psycho ex had a history of doing this to her ex-boyfriends (family law) when they ended the relationship with her. What Eugene and his great paralegal Yahaira did for me, and my children, was not easy, but they did it. Yahaira is not your average paralegal, she helped me a lot, my children, and Eugene during my case. My trial lasted 2 weeks, my young children testified, and told everyone the mother asked them to lie for her. The jurors came back from their lunch early to deliberate, and gave me a verdict of not guilty in 20 minutes. Maybe this is just another day of work for Eugene, but he changed my life, and my children's life forever, and for that I am forever in his debt. Eugene Carson is the real deal, make no doubt about it.

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best law firm around.

I recently had the privilege of working with Eugene Carson and his exceptional law firm, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Faced with several felony charges, I was understandably anxious about my situation. However, from the moment I engaged Eugene's services, I felt reassured by his profess...ionalism and expertise. Eugene worked diligently on my case, leaving no stone unturned in his defense strategy. His attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were evident throughout the process. I was consistently impressed by his ability to explain complex legal concepts in a way that was easy to understand, making me feel informed and empowered every step of the way. The entire staff at the firm is amazing, but I would like to give a special shout-out to paralegal Yahira. Her support and dedication were invaluable to my case. Yahira was always available to answer my questions, provide updates, and offer encouragement during a challenging time. Her professionalism and kindness made a real difference in my experience. Overall, I am incredibly grateful for Eugene Carson and his team. They not only fought hard for my defense but also provided the compassion and support I needed during a difficult period. If you are in need of legal representation, I wholeheartedly recommend Eugene Carson and his outstanding law firm. Thank you, Eugene and Yahira, for your incredible work!

Posted by Crystal | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent and very helpful!

I was at my hearing and saw Mr. Carson in court handling a hearing for one of his clients. After that I knew I had to hire him, and I am glad I did. He got my case dismissed and saved not only my record but my job. Thank you to his staff for always making time for me with my millions of questions. If... you need, want someone who is really going to help you and a staff that is on top of everything. Choose HIM !! and again THANK YOU !

Posted by Breshea | March 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very amazing

I will start off by saying hallelujah! I am like the worst difficult individual to ever deal with though what it may seem. Eye is in beholder when look deeper I am more than forever can be proud to say that Mr.Carson's law office and his staff his team has not beat one but two of the charges I had ...against me. I want to scream it louder than the highest loud but let's not. Try to say less. I have had the pleasure of speaking with each individual meeting the ones that got to and spoke with who haven't that was a great honor, I appreciate the time took good to know They were dedicated committed you know in a city or the county it's usually what don't I'm a believer of have to try how will you know. I Never liked people saying what you couldn't do because that's not what our ancestors come from why have here like we are. In the past few months over 2400 to almost three thousand cases just being dismissed and I kept saying well why can't I be one of those. Black out who ever project not easy. I do think had I not hire Mr.Eugene I seen past probably kept trying to demand or taken that as do. So to take a case to trial and it was as if challenging because it's against all the odds same cycle especially given the different chain to it of how something could hinder they turned that around it was as if it skipped over and put it back where it should have had opportunity to been heard not not took for granted. Never been through it before so I wouldn't know how to act, Mr.Olen who was there side by side you couldn't believe the frustration and tears I had yes not because of being sad but sick and tired of being sick and tired. Set the record straight My Attorney fought this we won both cases dismissed! hands down that was fair that square the argument and great people decided not guilty. I highly recommend this Law firm that came through were committed stay dedicated because they can actually say they earned that it wasn't handed wasn't the television that was real! I stood there shaking my head at disgust because even I was going through self-doubt like man they've already been playing this for so long. If you want people that are dedicated, honest and really their to fight for you and uphold so rights aren't being violated either that over months made countless effort to have results in favor. Hearing and Seeing results I highly and this is just coming from me I would highly recommend this law firm because when you have all these other ones getting what-ever. Actually earned that and that is GREATNESS AT ITS finest !! Each one spoke return call spoke politely want what client needs and wants. Appreciate Mr.Olen for being a great guy of his word by his actions that he showed in and out of courts which was I'm going to give my best all can ask none took. I am a witness to that and the outcome was outstanding!! Just have to say you be impress literally I had to ask are we supposed to come back for this and Mr.Olen said no we did it. Congratulations I don't know where they were in the beginning but I am glad that I was able to find them during these troubles times that kept taking me down like where was the referee all this time? Hear negative and positive when comes to field they could have easily said no and wasted time they gave it a chance they gave it a try and got the perfect not guilty not one was against that means had great views and argument that they turn it around and did a mighty great job. So I do recommend Mr. Eugene Carson law office his team of paralegals the attorneys if that's the outcome you can get then this is the right place the right field and right Law office right sport get results enough proof to that. I recommend they have a lot of courage, call it out and stand not for themself and You. And I am grateful that they were on my side to me that's being more than honest and that was also a blessing but I didn't have to do it and wasn't alone. To pronouns my name right was enough to know March 17 2023 ✓✓✓

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer hands down

Mr Carson and sherly and yahida is the best lawyer I've ever has they know there stuff and thay make you feel like your family and at home comfortable ,hands down they are my #1 go to and they are there with and for you every step of the way this is Ic and I approve Mr Carson Attorney lawfirm.

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Eugene Carson III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Alavi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Carson for years as a prosecutor and now as a fellow defense attorney. He is as good as it gets and I highly recommend his services."

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Vincent Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgeable is an understatement! Eugene is a great attorney who fights tenaciously for his clients!"

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Gregory Rollins

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Back when I was a prosecutor, I had several cases wherein Eugene was the defense attorney. Without a doubt, Eugene is one of the most passionate and fiercest defense attorneys I had to go up against. You can rest assured that when you have Eugene as your lawyer, you have one of the best!"

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Eugene Carson is the consummate professional and dedicated to his clients. I have seen him take the toughest cases and fight hard for his clients. He is an aggressive advocate for the accused."

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Juan Dotson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would recommend Eugene for criminal and family law cases. His experience as a prosecutor years ago gives him unique insight into how to resolve cases. When I needed Eugene to help on family law cases, he was informative and got the job done for our clients."

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Ronald Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carson is a dedicated and compassionate advocate who has demonstrated time and again that he willing to go the extra mile for his clients."

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Stephen Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He knows everyone. Expert in family law and criminal law. I've known him for years, on both sides and I highly recommend him!"

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Henry Rodgers

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Isaac Vega

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knows how to get the cuffs off and keep them off!"

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Jonathan Mendoza

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Pryor

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eugene is a former DA and a great Criminal Defense Attorney !!"

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Eugene for many years. He is an aggressive attorney that is well respected in the courts. I have seen Eugene work out some great results for his clients time and time again."

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Kabir Randhava

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had the pleasure with working with Mr. Carson on a family law matter; the fear often in handling family law matters from an attorney's perspective is that opposing counsel will be especially difficult to deal with; however, this was not the case with Mr. Carson, him and I were able to take very contentious issues and meet and confer in an effective way for our clients; I was thoroughly impressed by Mr. Carson's ability to listen, his legal acumen but most importantly his willingness to find the best possible solution to the legal issues before him for his client. If you are looking for a passionate, skilled family law attorney look no further to Mr. Carson."

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Mieke ter Poorten

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recently worked with Eugene Carson on a case in Riverside. He is a very dedicated, loyal and hardworking attorney. He is smart, fair and patient. I was most impressed with the passion he had to defend his client and research issues until he found the legal argument he needed to get a good result for his client. My highest recommendation."

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Amir Alavi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory Rollins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kenneth Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ronald Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Juan Dotson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Allen

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kabir Randhava

Family lawyer

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Mieke ter Poorten

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Employee of the Month, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

2007

Employee of the Month, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

Work Experience

2012 - 2019

Owner, THE CARSON LAW FIRM

2006 - 2012

Prosecuting Attorney, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

R.T. Fields Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Trial Advocacy Honors Board

Trial Attorney

2003 - Present

Moot Court Honor Society

Oral Advocacy Member

2003 - 2003

Consumer Attorneys Trial Advocacy Honor's Board

Trial Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Shaw

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Education

2004

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Loyola University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2019

Heights Christian

Lawyer Ethics

Publications

Languages

English

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