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118 Client Reviews
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I entered law school with the resolve to fight for the rights of those accused of violating the law. I have been very successful in winning jury and court trials and in negotiations to obtain dismissals or reduced offenses for my clients. I have dedicated my legal career to criminal defense. If you are being prosecuted, let me show you what I can do for you.
Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573
Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573
Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
24 years
DUI and DWI
50%
24 years
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Awards
2026 2025 2024
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Amber Bellante
901 H St., Suite 672, Sacramento, CA, 95814-1807
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401 West A Street, Suite 1100, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Posted by David | March 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Extraordinary Lawyer prompt clearly explains charges and what she might be able to do to assist you
Amber was extraordinary she helped it my charges reduced to the point that her fee was less than what I would’ve had to pay in charges. She’s very responsive and clear about what step she’s taking to assist me legally, I highly recommend.
Posted by Jaffar Ali | March 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
We Won the DMV Hearing – The Best DUI Lawyer in Sacramento
Wow! Amber Regina Bellante is the best DUI lawyer in Sacramento. She represented me at my DMV hearing and thanks to her experience and hard work we won the hearing. From the beginning she was professional, knowledgeable, and very supportive throughout the entire process. She explained everything clea...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Perfect Lawyer
Amber is the perfect lawyer you can trust in the most difficult, confusing, intimidating moments of your life. She is easy to talk to and breaks things down in simple terms. I am a professional and having an arrest report appear could be career-ending. She was able to prevent my complaint from being...
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
The Attorney You Want on Your Side
When my daughter called law enforcement for help during a domestic violence situation, she was the only one arrested—despite property damage, injuries, and a bystander being assaulted while trying to intervene. Given the circumstances, the situation felt incredibly unfair. Amber Ballente responded...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Best DUI Attorney!
Best DUI Attorney! I was being charged with a refusal, and we were able to win at the DMV hearing, ultimately getting the refusal dropped in court. I was looking at a one-year license suspension that would have prevented me from working. Amber is professional, responsive, and always available to answ...
Amber Regina Bellante's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Amber for years, even when I was a prosecutor. Amber is respected in the legal community and is always prepared."
"After working with Ms. Bellante, it is clear to see that she is prompt, professional, and zealously advocates for her clients. I can see why many others have such high admiration."
"Ms. Bellante is a highly experienced attorney who cares about her clients and works hard for them."
"Amber is a very hard working advocate for her clients. I have known her since law school. You cannot find a better defender to hire in the Sacramento area."
"Amber is inteligent, aggressive and organized. She knows her area well and does a fine job for her clients. I would happily encourage anyone to refer to her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bellante has proven herself an effective and caring advocate for her clients."
"Ms. Bellante is an asset to the legal community."
"Ms. Bellante is extremely hard working and never gives up until she gets what she wants for her clients."
"I know Amber Bellante because we have attended some of the same legal seminars. She has an excellent reputation in the legal community and she stays current with all of the new changes in DUI law and criminal law. Call Amber Bellante if you need a skilled attorney for a criminal matter in the Sacramento area."
"I have known Amber since working together in San Francisco over 12 years ago and in Sacramento in recent years. Although we work in different practice areas of the law, we have stayed in contact through legal event functions and referrals. What I have learned from being around Amber is that she is very personable and easy to talk to, which is a key component in founding good relationships with her clients, fellow attorneys and others in the legal community. But you need more than good relationships to be a good attorney. You also need to back it up in court. She is ambitious, knowledgeable, very thorough, really cares about her clients and their cases. She is tough when necessary and always seeks to obtain the best result for her clients. I strongly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Amber since 1996. She is very dedicated to her clients and works hard to achieve good results. If anyone ever asks me for a criminal defense attorney in Sacramento, I always send them her way."
"I endorse Ms. Bellante because she is truly devoted to her clients and willing to fight the fight for them."
"Ms. Bellante works tirelessly on behalf of her clients and is a zealous advocate of their rights. She takes time out of her busy schedule to assist other attorneys and frequently attends legal conferences in order to stay abreast of modern changes in California criminal defense. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Confident, skilled, and great in court. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Bellante is a talented lawyer who fights for her clients' rights. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amber works very hard for her clients. She fights tirelessly and gets great results. She is well respected in the legal community. She is extremely knowledgable about the law and uses that knowledge to take care of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms. Bellante for several years and she is a hard working, conscientious attorney who fights for her clients right."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ms. Bellante works very hard for her clients. I have personally observed her achieve successful outcomes in and around Sacramento, Placer and other neighboring counties. She is well-prepared for court and very solid when handling difficult client cases. An experienced criminal defense lawyer, who is skilled and persuasive in trial, Ms. Bellante has the skill-set, determination, and tenacity that anyone charged with a crime would want from their attorney. She is fearless and unafraid of a fight, yet balances that with an ability to maintain a good rapport with many deputy district attorneys."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Clients' Choice Award, Clients' Choice Award from Avvo
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2012
Clients' Choice Award, Clients' Choice Award from Avvo
2012
Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Amber Bellante
Associations
2023 - Present
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Women Lawyers of SacramentoMember
2013 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Gonzaga University School of Law Alumni AssociationMember
2010 - Present
UC Davis Alumni AssociationMember
2010 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2002 - 2016
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - 2012
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
P v. Robert C.
Negotiated a DUI charge reduction of charges from DUI to dry reckless (not an wet reckless, which is a priorable charge). No DUI or wet reckless classes, no jail or work project, etc.
P. v. Scott S.
After motion to suppress evidence in a 3d DUI charge with rollover accident, negotiated a wet reckless avoiding major DMV drama, half the time, half the fine and half the classes.
P. v. Marilee L.
Dismissal.
Education
2002
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
CPDA Advanced Trial Skills Institute
Jury Instructions in DUI Cases and The New CalCrim Jury Instructions
Publications
2026
The Law Offices of Amber Bellante
DUI Defense - Understand Your Rights in a DUI Case
2026
The Law Offices of Amber Bellante
Criminal Defense
Languages
English
Spanish
Italian
French
Activity
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