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Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime ... +9 more

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About Marc

Biography

Hire a Former Prosecutor on Your Side! Experienced Litigator representing clients accusing of crimes.

Experienced prosecuting and defending a wide-range felony and misdemeanor cases. Experience counts

I am experienced prosecuting and defending DUI alcohol and drugs cases. Do not take chances.

I am experienced both prosecuting and defending DV cases.

I am experienced prosecuting and defending these kinds of cases and they are often complicated.

Representing clients across California involved in Professional Licensing Investigations by State agencies; Nurses, Physicians, Pharmacists, General Contractors, Teacher, etc.

Representing Clients involved in Federal & State criminal narcotics, controlled-substance investigations.

Representing clients in expungements also known as petitions/motions for dismissal for Felonies & Misdemeanors.

Representing Clients in Federal Criminal cases in the Northern, Eastern & Central District Courts for California. Also, admitted to practice before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Experienced former prosecutor in juvenile delinquency cases representing clients across the State of California in Felonies and Misdemeanor cases.

Representing clients across California in Restraining Order cases.

Representing Clients in State & Federal cases involving accusations of sex crimes. Whom you first hire often makes a huge difference in the potential outcome!

Representing Clients involved in violence crime investigations and cases, including Strikes, Prior Prison Terms & other Enhancements.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 36%

I am an ex-prosecutor. I represent clients in felony and misdemeanor cases across California. I possess jury trial and pre-trial litigation experience: preliminary hearings, motion to suppress hearings, bail hearings, motions in limine, etc.

18 years | 300 cases

36%

Domestic Violence 15%

Criminal and Restraining Order cases across California. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

18 years | 100 cases

15%

Violent Crime 15%

I am a former prosecutor with significant experience defending clients accused of violent crime. I represent & advise people accused of violent crime across Northern & Southern California. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

18 years | 100 cases

15%

DUI and DWI 10%

I am a former prosecutor with significant DUI litigation experience. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

18 years | 150 cases

10%

Litigation 5%

Domestic Violence, Civil Harassment and Elder Abuse Restraining Orders across California. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

15 years | 50 cases

White Collar Crime 5%

I represent clients in white collar crime cases across Northern & Southern California. Specific experience is required in these cases. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

17 years | 40 cases

Sex Crime 4%

I have represented clients in criminal sex cases across California including at trial. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

16 years | 40 cases

Administrative Law 3%

DMV Admin Per Se Hearings on driver Licenses and professionals with licenses issued by various agencies by the State of California such as physicians, nurses, pharmacists, teachers, contractors, et al.

18 years | 100 cases

Drug Crime 2%

I have advised, counseled and represented clients during investigations, court hearings & before trials in drug crime cases all across Northern & Southern California. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

18 years | 75 cases

Federal Crime 2%

I am admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, in addition to Federal District courts and the 9th Circuit. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

10 years | 5 cases

Juvenile Law 2%

Juvenile Delinquency Defense. For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

18 years | 70 cases

Expungement 1%

For more information go to: http://www.peltalaw.com

15 years | 10 cases

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always

Payment Methods

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Credit Card

Awards

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2025 2024

Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Pelta Law - NorCal Location

(415) 963-9992

Mobile

(415) 963-9992

Mobile

1390 Market Street, Suite 200, San Francisco, CA, 94102

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Pelta Law - Southland Location

(415) 963-9992

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15233 Ventura Blvd., Suite 500, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403

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Marc Pelta's Reviews

Overall Rating
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4.9 /5.0

78 Client Reviews

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4.9

(75)

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5.0

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Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Sacramento County Court Lawyer

I re-hired Pelta Law to get my DUI conviction dismissed/expunged in Sacramento County because of how well I felt Marc Pelta represented me a few years ago in the DUI case. I found Marc to be professional, polite and responsive to my needs.

Marc Pelta

Replied last June 07, 2023

I appreciate your positive feedback.

Posted by Hen | May 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Criminal defense ever

"I was arrested in San Bruno at the Tanforan Mall in San Mateo County because of a false accusation of grand theft, a felony. I was never in trouble before and I was scared that this would affect my employment as a nurse and professional future. After searching on the internet, we found criminal de...fense lawyer, Marc Pelta, of San Francisco. We met with him at no-charge and felt he was the right person we could trust to do the best job possible to try and put this nightmare behind us. He sent the letter to the District Attorney and got the DA to not file the case against me. Mr. Pelta was compassionate, responsive, and honest. We are very happy pleased with Pelta Law's work and recommend him." Thank you very much for all your hard work and support.

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Marc Pelta

Replied last March 31, 2023

Thank you for your feedback. I enjoy being able to help my clients put these kinds of incidents behind them and move forward with their lives.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I am confident I am in good hands!

I was arrested and charged with DUI in Napa County. I've never been in trouble with the law before and did not know what to do. I just moved here from out-of-state. I found DUI defense lawyer, Marc Pelta, with the help of a website by Martindale Nolo. Even though I could not afford Mr. Pelta when... I met with him, he agreed to hold the discounted price open for me until I was able to gather the funds. I was also pleased that Marc had experienced both defending and prosecuting DUI, and also, that he did not judge me. He let me know that he needed to represent me in both the DMV and Court aspects of the case, even after I told him that I was prepared to represent myself with the DMV hearing. After I got the Public Defender, Marc took over. I have not seen how the case has turned out yet, but so far I am very pleased with Marc's work.

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Replied last March 31, 2023

Dealing with the DMV and the Courts can be frustrating, confusing and intimidating. It was my pleasure to help you deal with them.

Posted by Spencer | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Got the results we wanted

My son was arrested for DUI in Livermore in Alameda County. It was his first arrest and we had no idea what to do. After searching on the internet, I found DUI defense lawyer, Marc Pelta. We met with him and felt he was the right person to defend my son because of his prior DUI prosecution experie...nce. It took a while for him to get the DA to give us the deal that we wanted because the DA refused to back down, but in the end, we got the deal. Mr. Pelta was not judgemental and was responsive, and kept his word. We are very happy pleased with the result.

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Replied last March 31, 2023

Dealing with a DUI is often frustrating because you have the Court system and then the DMV to contend with. I am familiar with both. It was my pleasure to help you!

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Gracious

"I was facing a traffic ticket and did not know where to turn because a police officer felt that I did not not stop long enough at a stop sign. I assumed I did not have a chance of winning. I found attorney Marc Pelta in San Francisco. I enjoyed meeting with Marc because he we welcoming, a good liste...ner, a former prosecutor, an experienced defense attorney, and non-judgmental. He told me that he handled many of these kinds of tickets in the past and that even though he was not allowed to promise or guarantee results, he was confident that he could help me. He won the case!

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Marc Pelta

Replied last March 31, 2023

Glad to help. Thank you for your review.

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Marc Pelta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anna Goncharova

Domestic violence lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I hired Marc after he was already hired to represent a relative of mine. I then hired Marc to work with me as co-counsel in a Domestic Violence Restraining Order petition case for a client in Santa Clara County. Working with Marc was a tremendous asset in ensuring a positive outcome for my client. Thank you, Marc! You are a the best co-counsel and mentor!"

Ronald Cabanayan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is an exceptional attorney with extensive experience in criminal defense. I have sought advice from him on federal crime matters because he has worked as a federal prosecutor. We have also worked together on drug offense cases and collateral consequences of immigration status. I trust his insight and experience. He is an honest man who cares about his clients."

William Walraven

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marc Pelta is a highly skilled criminal defense attorney who will find a solution to the most complex legal problem. He is fearless in the courtroom and fights for his clients to achieve the best possible outcome. I am proud to endorse Marc Pelta."

Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent reputation as a former prosecutor and current defense attorney. As a former DA he has a huge advantage over other criminal defense attorneys. "They know that he knows what they know". Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him first. You will not be disappointed."

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

Kiarash Feyzjou

Unknown lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Jonathan Franklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Pelta is an excellent attorney who will fight for his clients tooth and nail. We went through advanced trial training together and worked on cases with each other. I am proud to endorse him!"

Lisa Espada

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mordechai Pelta is an ethical and skilled attorney. He can be counted on for top-notch representation."

Adam Brumm

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I feel like Mordechai has a chance to win every case he takes. He defeated the best lawyers in California during his time as a District Attorney. He is among very few lawyers in the state uniquely capable of capitalizing on mistakes made by prosecutors. I would encourage lawyers practicing in other areas to refer criminal cases to his office."

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