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"You exemplify the passion and spirit that all trial lawyers should have."
- Felipe Plascencia, President, California DUI Lawyers Association, Nov. 6, 2018
The Crawford Law Firm has been committed to its clients for over fourteen years. Our focus is DUI and criminal cases in Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and San Benito counties.
Free consultations are by appointment and we here to ease your mind and fight for you. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
2018 Recipient - President's Award - California DUI Lawyers Association
Top-rated DUI attorney for Monterey County. Mr. Crawford gets the most difficult cases dismissed.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
90%
Criminal Defense
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
The Crawford Law Firm, Inc.
(831) 731-1268
Mobile
1414 Soquel Ave., Suite 224, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
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Phillip James Crawford's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Passionate on my behalf
Phillip worked with me for a prolonged pre-trial DUI arrest and a stressful and challenging trial with absolute dedication and passion on my behalf. I felt that he was prepared for trial and was able to convey his confidence of my case to the jury. Professionally, all emails were answered in a timely...
Phillip James Crawford's Lawyer Endorsements
"Committed to his clients, his practice, and getting results."
"I endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients and gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is fabulous. Works very hard for his clients and gets great results. Is a good hardworking lawyer. And a great guy as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Phillip for years and consider him a fine attorney. As a matter of fact, I consider him a resource that I use, drawing on his experience and expertise."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Philip is an extremely committed, principled, hard-working attorney that cares deeply about his clients."
"Phillip is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He is knowledgable about the law, passionate about his cases and has a lot of savvy in dealing with prosecutors and judges. His commitment to his clients is second to none. He brings a tenaciousness and zeal to his defense of his clients that is rarely to be seen among defense attorneys. I strongly endorse Phillip if you or a loved one is in need of a top-flight attorney."
"Phillip is one of the most hard working, passionate, and caring advocates I have ever known. Phillip is not afraid of a fight, and is always prepared for anything. He has an incredible amount of knowledge and skill, specifically in the area of DUI defense. Phillip will do whatever it takes to guarantee the best chance of success for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Crawford is a good attorney with a reputation for fighting for his clients. I recommend this attorney."
"Phillip is a knowledgeable, compassionate and creative lawyer. If he is in your corner, you have a great advocate and can rest assured he will get you the best possible outcome."
"I endorse Phillip. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Phillip Crawford is has a brilliant legal mind. I am in awe of the innovative ideas he comes up with regarding how to get charges dismissed, evidence admitted in court and how get the judges to do what he wants. I have never seen anyone work as hard as Phillip does. He is in a class by himself."
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DUI and DWI lawyer
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DUI and DWI lawyer
Jon Artz
DUI and DWI lawyer
Steven Rease
Criminal defense lawyer
Thomas Nash
DUI and DWI lawyer
Julie Crawford
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
President's Award, California DUI Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, The Crawford Law Firm
2013 - 2013
Instructor, Monterey College Of Law
Associations
2014 - Present
National Lawyers GuildMember
2013 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
National College of DUI Defense
Member
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Member
California Public Defenders Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. MIG - Domestic Violence - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. XH - DUI with 0.20 blood test - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. HG - Trespassing and Resisting Arrest - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. DJB - DUI with 0.12 breath test results - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed! No license suspension.
People v. MG - DUI with accident and 0.13 breath tests
Charges reduced. No license suspension. No DUI on her record.
People v. NS - Transportation of Cannabis for Sale - Case Dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. NDL - DUI with 0.17 breath test - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. RAG - DUI with 0.16 breath tests - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. MAM - Felony welfare fraud - Case Dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. WLT - DUI with Hit-and-Run and High Blood Alcohol - Case Dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. R.P. - Driving under the influence of Drugs - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. JAQ: Third DUI, 0.16% blood test result - Case dismissed!
Case dismissed! No license suspension. No criminal conviction.
People v. JMH - DUI with 0.11 blood test and accident - No license suspension. No jail time.
No license suspension. No DUI on his record. No jail time.
People v. RMS: Drug DUI with Two Prior Convictions - Charges reduced and no license suspension!
Charges reduced. No jail time and no license suspension.
People v. CDB - 0.23% Blood Alcohol Level - Case Dismissed!
Case Dismissed. No criminal record and no license suspension.
People v. NRB - 0.14 blood alcohol level - No license suspension and no jail time!
NO license suspension. NO jail time.
People v GHF - 0.17% blood alcohol - No license suspension and no jail time!
No license suspension and no jail time!
People v AY: Felony domestic violence - All charges dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. YB - DUI with 0.17 breath tests
Driver pled to a reduced charge with no jail time and no license suspension.
People v. JM - DUI
Case Dismissed!
People v. JDM
Case dismissed!
People v. R.D.T.
Case dismissed!
People v. JTK - DUI with accident
Case Dismissed!
People v. LCH - DUI with an accident
Case dismissed!
People vs. KLG
Not guilty!
People v. T.J.P.
No license suspension. No DUI on his record. No jail time.
People v. MJB - Marijuana DUI
Case dismissed!
People v. JDW - Second DUI with a refusal
He pled to a "wet reckless." No jail time, no license suspension. 12-hour DUI class.
People v. ZRL - Driving under the Influence of Marijuana
Criminal charges dismissed. He pled to a speeding ticket and paid a fine.
People v. MCS - DUI with 0.10 Breath Test
The District Attorney dismissed all the charges!
People v. MPM - Driving under the Influence of a Drug
In both cases, all the charges were dismissed!
People v. M.D. - DUI with 0.28% Blood Test
The jury found her NOT GUILTY of all charges.
People v. C.I.E. - DUI with 0.08 Breath Test
All criminal charges dismissed!
People v. CJ - Driving under the Influence of Marijuana
Criminal charges dismissed.
People v. B.D.
All criminal charges dismissed! Client pled to two one-point infractions.
People v. LVC - DUI with 0.18 Breath Tests
Charges dismissed.
People v. CM - DUI with 0.15 Breath Test
All charges dismissed.
People v. EMR - DUI with 0.14 breath test
Jury returned a verdict of not guilty.
People v. SJ - DUI with 0.18 Breath Test
All charges dismissed!
People v. SC - DUI with 0.11 Breath Test
A jury found her NOT GUILTY.
People v. MSZ - DUI with 0.18 Breath Test
On the morning of jury trial, the prosecutor dismissed all the charges.
People v. KLM - DUI with 0.16 Blood Test
Case dismissed!
People v. RG - Felony DUI with Injury
Felony charges reduced to misdemeanor with no PRISON time.
People v. DK - Second Offense DUI
Case dismissed!
People v. SP
DMV case dismissed. All criminal charges dropped. Client pled to running a red light, an infraction, and paid a $205 ticket.
People v. SR
On eve of trial, the client pled to a wet reckless with NO JAIL TIME.
People v. DB
Charges dismissed. Arrest removed from his record.
People v. EC
Jury returned a verdict of not guilty.
Education
2011
Monterey COL
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2025
When Impairment Isn't Impairment
Medical Conditions That Affect Driving
2024
Ready for Trial: Twenty Tips for Trying DUI Cases
Defending People Accused of Driving under the Influence
2024
Fighting the DMV
Winning DMV Hearings
2021
A Booster Shot for DUI Defense
Trials and Errors: Lessons Learned from Trying DUI Cases
2020
CPDA Annual DUI Defense Seminar
The Ethical One Percent
2017
Live Broadcast
The Legal Implications of the 2016 Election
2015
Pause the Calls
Know Your Rights: How to Deal with the Police
2014
Panel on Mass Incarceration and Jail Reform
Jail Reform
2014
Continuing Legal Education
The Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession
2013
Monterey College of Law
Race, Class and American Justice
Publications
2014
The Barline (Monterey County Bar Association)
On the Persistence of Racism
2014
The Barline (Monterey County Bar Association)
Book Reviews
2013
Monterey Herald
Incarceration Nation: A Look at the Prison Industrial Complex
2013
The Barline (Monterey County Bar Association)
Book Review: With Liberty and Justice for Some
2013
The Barline (Monterey County Bar Association)
Petition to Free Lynne Stewart: Support Compassionate Release
2012
Monterey Herald
Proposition 36
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
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18 Feb 2021
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19 Nov 2018
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08 Nov 2017