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Jeffrey Castleton
also known as Jeff Castleton, Jeffrey C. Castleton
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Biography
Jeffrey Castleton has nearly a decade of experience as a prosecutor and public defender. In both roles, he has handled cases ranging from first-time DUIs to some of the most serious criminal allegations, including sex crimes against children and murder.
He has built cases for the prosecution and challenged them for the defense. That perspective helps him look beyond the allegations, scrutinize the evidence, anticipate the prosecution’s arguments, and identify opportunities to strengthen your defense.
You deserve an attorney who sees what is at stake for you and takes the time to understand it. Your family, livelihood, and future shape the strategy alongside the facts and the law. With Jeffrey Castleton, your defense is built around your case and your life.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 8 years
State: California
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton
3144 G Street, Suite 125-275, Merced, CA, 95340
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Experience
Honors
2016
Best Brief Finalist, George A. Hopper Moot Court Competition
2016
Best Oral Advocate Finalist, George A. Hopper Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton
2026 - Present
Adjunct Professor, San Joaquin College Of Law
2021 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Merced Community College
2025 - 2026
Deputy District Attorney, Merced County District Attorneys Office
2024 - 2025
Deputy Public Defender, Stanislaus County Public Defender
2022 - 2024
Deputy District Attorney, Merced County District Attorneys Office
2017 - 2021
Attorney, Castleton Law Firm
Associations
2018 - Present
Merced County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Garibay-Garcia
Acquitted of all gang charges
People v. Preciado
All charges dismissed
Education
2017
San Joaquin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
Brigham Young University-Idaho
BS - Bachelor of Science in Business Management
Speaking Engagements
2026
Northern CA/Central Valley CA HIDTA Commander's Symposium
Courtroom Testimony
2026
MCLE Training
Ethical Use of AI in the Practice of Law
2021
UC Merced Pre-law Society Meeting
Life as a Criminal Defense Lawyer
2021
Paperless Trials
Jury Selection with Jurybox Software
Publications
2015
San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review
Central California Irrigation Districts: Are They the New Standard Oil?
Languages
Mandarin
English
Activity
Legal Answers