Charles Joseph Murphy

Charles Joseph Murphy

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 39 years

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

40 Central Ave, Salinas, CA

About Charles

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

I have decades of experience dealing with all aspects of criminal charges with over 100 jury trials, everything from disturbing the peace to special circumstances murder. I fight hard for my clients.

39 years | 8,000 cases

40%
Domestic Violence 25%

Over the years, I have represented hundreds of clients charged with domestic violence. I was the Public Defender assigned to Domestic Violence Court. In jury trials, I have an overwhelmingly winning record.

39 years | 600 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 20%

Starting in 1987, I have represented hundreds of clients charged with DUI. In jury trials I have won where my client had 5 prior convictions and where the client told the police (falsely) that she was driving. She was covering for her boyfriend, the real driver.

39 years | 800 cases

20%
Sex Crime 10%

39 years | 200 cases

10%
Expungement 5%

39 years | 50 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Charles Joseph Murphy

40 Central Ave, Salinas, CA, 93901

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Charles Joseph Murphy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2015

Great lawyer!

I was very lucky to find Charles as a lawyer. He is knowledgeable and helped me get a misdemeanor instead of a felony. I had never been involved in any criminal situation, more importantly, he was extremely helpful and kept me informed every step of the way! Therefore, I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Mary | March 30, 2015

Superb legal representation!

I was in a very seriously situation, and if it hadn't been for Mr. Murphy, I don't know what would have become of me. Not only was he unfailingly professional, he was compassionate, patient, and fully took charge of the situation. From the moment I approached him with my case, I knew I could trust hi...m, and that his decades of legal experience would get me through anything. I absolutely 100% recommend Charles Murphy to anyone in need of counsel. He is a veteran attorney, as well as kind and knowledgable. He never fails to fight for his clients.

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Jamey Dolowich

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. When I first started out as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Murphy supervised me. To this day, I practice law with his advice and guidance in mind. Mr. Murphy's knowledge of the law is second to none. He is a highly respected attorney in the legal community. He is one of my favorites. His clients are in great hands."

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William Pernik

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Murphy is an experienced criminal defense attorney and a trusted colleague. He has spent decades representing the accused and has handled many difficult cases. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Thomas Nash

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. One of the most skilled and client committed lawyers I have known in my more than 30 years of law practice in Monterey County. Charles is highly capable in dealing with any criminal defense matter."

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Tori Chesebrough-Buckles

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse Charles Murphy. He is an experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate advocate for his clients, and the law. He is a wealth of information regarding criminal law and procedure as I discovered while co-counsel on a case. With his input and guidance, I was able to reach a good outcome for my client."

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Geoffrey Buckles

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is a long-tenured attorney who is passionate about his client's rights, and defends those rights with a zeal seldom observed in the courts these days. I would highly endorse Charles for any client requiring defense against criminal charges."

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Gary Thelander

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Charles Murphy without reservation. When I was just starting out in this community Mr. Murphy was the the attorney other attorneys looked towards for advice and clarification on the finer points of law. His dedication to the art of practicing law is unmatched. For his best endorsement I'll quote a criminal defendant I over heard one morning in court who said in reference to Mr. Murphy "That Dude gets it.""

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Joel Hermsdorfer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Experienced, knowledgeable, and highly effective. Well known and respected among his peers and opponents alike. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"28 years of exceptional legal expertise in criminal law is now available to private clients. He has a huge advantage over many criminal defense attorneys having rose to the top of the public defenders office over his 21 years with them. The DA's know that he knows what they know and that is often the deciding factor. His knowledge of both criminal law and procedure is at the very top and also evident in his few but growing pro bono contributions here. His one client review is exceptional. READ IT? There will be many more to follow. Most attorneys would retire which shows that he still cares about the client and justice. Do yourself a favor if you want an experienced attorney and schedule a consultation with him ASAP. If your lucky he might just agree to represent you."

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Jamey Dolowich

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Pernik

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Nash

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoffrey Buckles

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tori Chesebrough-Buckles

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gary Thelander

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joel Hermsdorfer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Monterey County Public Defender Service Award, Monterey County Public Defender

Work Experience

2008 - 2008

Acting Assistant Public Defender, Monterey County Public Defender's Office

1987 - 2008

Deputy Public Defender, Monterey County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2011 - Present

Monterey County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Fatima Ortiz SS141628A

$5,000 embezzlement reduced from felony to misdemeanor

People v. Nicoholas Dyer CRSS131002C

Misdemeanor, time served.

People v. Villarreal CRSS090625A

Aquittal on the assault on a peace officer charge

Daryl Lipska SS053335A

Hung jury 6-6 murder, 8-4 not guilty on attempted murders and arson. Only convicted of child abuse.

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Education

1986

Monterey College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

University of California - Berkeley

MSW

1970

University of New Orleans

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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