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I have represented people accused of sleeping in bushes, people accused of killing multiple victims, and people accused of doing pretty much everything in between.
Many of my clients have been acquitted at trial, had their cases dismissed, or had their charges drastically reduced. Mostly because I have been able to use my considerable experience and skills to successfully counter the prosecution's case by challenging the sufficiency of the evidence, by exposing police misconduct, or by identifying procedural errors. And sometimes just because.
I am very good -- in fact I would like to say that I am the best, but I will never promise you that I will get your charges dismissed or that I will get you a not guilty verdict at trial. I will not even promise that "I will always fight for you" -- every case is different, and sometimes diplomacy and negotiation gets a better result than "fighting."
I will only ever make you one promise: If you have been accused of a criminal offense, I will do everything I possibly can to make sure that you are treated fairly.
Beware the lawyer who promises anything more.
(Please feel free to Google me. If you don't get too distracted by reports of my unusual hobbies or the details of certain notorious cases, you might come across one or two published articles that I have written on the subject of California's very harsh gang enhancement laws. Not only do clients accused of gang-related offenses seek me out because of my special knowledge and experience in that very difficult area of law, but other criminal defense lawyers frequently seek my assistance in complex gang cases. In other words; if it's a tough case, and especially if it's a gang case, I'm your man.)
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State: California
Acquired: 2004
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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Going to Jail @ 40
I was arrested in West Modesto after being falsely accused of attempted murder by a neighbor with ulterior motives. He had another male neighbor as a false witness, I felt doomed, had never been arrested. Mr. Baker gave light to this terrible experience. We went to trial and I was found not gui...
Posted by Davina | December 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
1. BEST Lawyer in Stanislaus County that does his job
Mr. Baker was my husbands juvenile lawyer years ago and he recommend him and he would call him and set up a meeting which he did and said he would look into my case which he did and he is understanding if you have money problems he may manage a payment agreement plan with you i didn't even have to go...
Posted by Ernest | June 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Gets it
Attorney Martin Baker Responded to my question about an 4 year old DUI Warrant which I was completely unaware of. I had just moved to a new state and was trying to secure employment when the Warrent appeared in my background check. I posted the question in Avvo And Mr. Baker was one of the 1s...
Posted by Morgana | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Wonderful Counsel
I was arrested in Ceres looking for a lost dog and was completely terrified. I had never been arrested before or even had a ticket. Mr. Baker was very kind and helped me through the whole process. He got my case dismissed because I was wrongfully arrested and he believed me from the beginning. Brilli...
Posted by Sonya | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Avoid Him At All Costs He took My Son under
If you're thinking about going with Martin Baker don't do it avoid him at all costs he is the worst attorney in the world I trusted him with my son's life my son was only 18 he had never been in trouble in his life tell me how he ended up with two strikes he screwed my son over for a deal on his othe...
This client (the reviewer's son) voluntarily pled no contest to two robberies and three felony thefts after being made fully aware of the state of the evidence and the potential consequences of the plea. He has yet to be sentenced. As I make clear on my website, the only promise I will ever make to a potential or existing client is that I will do everything in my power to ensure that they are treated fairly and the best possible outcome is attained in their case. This case was prosecuted as a "career criminal" case under Penal Code section 999(e), which legally prevented the DA from entering into a plea bargain, leaving the defendant with the choice of "pleading open" or going to trial. In many cases, including this one, going to trial can present a risk of a much harsher sentence, even if one or more charges are ultimately not proven to a jury. Finally, it would be a very serious ethical violation for attorneys to trade a good deal in one case for a bad deal in another, as this review implies.
"Martin is knowledgeable and approachable. He has a great command of criminal law and is able to explain all options available in a case in a way that makes it easy to understand what can be so complicated. He understands the impact of criminal cases on other areas of the law too such as immigration and family law which makes him a great asset."
"The answers of Mr. Baker are tough, direct, and correct and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are the qualties that every client should look for when hiring a lawyer."
"I highly recommend Martin Baker as a criminal defense attorney. Martin has been a practicing criminal defense for more then 14 years. He is extremely well versed in the law. We have worked on several matters together and I am always impressed by his wealth of knowledge and experience he brings to the table. He is passionate and extremely intelligent. He has done numerous trials from misdemeanors to violent felonies and murder cases. He works hard to get the best results for his clients. You will not find a better criminal defense attorney with more knowledge of the law or practical experience. Martin is truly one of the best."
"Mr. Baker has one of the best legal minds I have ever encountered. If you're looking for a skillful, thorough, and zealous defense, look no further. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Baker."
"I write this endorsement of Martin based on my nearly 15 year relationship with him as a member of the Criminal Defense Bar. Martin is a preeminently qualified criminal defense attorney. He has an exceptional grasp of the substantive law, a keen mind for the strategic considerations present in all criminal cases and posseses the personal qualities necessary to engender the trust and confidence of his clients - a critical requirement when you hold your client's life in your hands. I can honestly say that Martin's knowledge of the criminal law, his ability to apply the law to the facts of a case and make strategic decisions to best serve the interests of his clients are unsurpassed. Whether he is representing a client in a misdemeanor case or in a death penalty trial, there is little doubt that the client will receive top notch, professional representation."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2004 - 2017
Attorney, Perry & Associates
Murder charge dismissed. Client pled to a lesser charge for time served.
Not guilty of two counts of first degree attempted murder. Guilty of two counts of attempted voluntary manslaughter and one count of arson. Sentenced to five years in state prison.
Murder charge dismissed after mistrial. Client pled to lesser charges.
Not guilty.
Attempted murder charge dismissed. Client pled to a lesser charge for time served.
Murder charge dismissed after mistrial. Client pled no contest to a lesser charge.
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
2006
Spanish
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Does a verbal trespass order count as a binding agreement that you are not allowed at Walmart if there was no actual paperwork
18 Jan 2025
My conviction got vacated, can i then ask the trial court to rule on a 4th amendment violation?
23 May 2024
My boyfriend has been in jail since Sep.2009 for murder and being a gang member.
24 Mar 2024