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    California Has 8947 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 50894 Reviews

    Eve Maestre

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    Eve Maestre

    5.046 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    Compassionate Defense. Aggressive Advocacy. Exceptional Results. 5-time Winner of Avvo's Client's Choice Award. Rated in Top 2.5% of all Criminal Lawyers in San Diego by SuperLawyers.
    Rating:  10
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    Jared M Thompson

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    Jared M Thompson

    5.038 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    A National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyer, and Certified Specialist Attorney in Criminal Defense. State and Federal Defense, Serious Felonies to Misdemeanors. Call me today!
    Rating:  10
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Marc Pelta

    Marc Pelta

    4.981 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Marc Pelta leads Pelta Law with a steadfast commitment to putting clients’ needs at the forefront of his practice. With a background as a former prosecutor, he has gained extensive experience in criminal litigation, adeptly navigating cases from i...
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    Evan Ephraim Zelig

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    Evan Ephraim Zelig

    4.842 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    Attorney Evan E. Zelig defends clients facing all misdemeanor and felony charges!
    Rating:  10
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    Jon Kiyoshi Renge

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    Jon Kiyoshi Renge

    5.0112 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Born and raised in the San Joaquin Valley, I graduated from California State University of Fresno and the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. After law school, I returned home to practice law and began my career at the Fresno County ...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Jacqueline Belen Goodman

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    Jacqueline Belen Goodman

    4.936 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime
    Sometimes Bad Things Happen To Good People. Call an experienced criminal defense attorney who cares.
    Rating:  10
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    Tracy Catherine Miller

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    Tracy Catherine Miller

    5.039 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Family and more
    Aggressive Criminal Defense. One of few Former Felony DV Deputy District Attorney's and female-owned law firm in OC. Uses both DDA and defense points-of-view to defend against criminal charges. Defends wrongfully accused. Pre-filing representation...
    Rating:  10
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    Neeraj Dayal Singh

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    Neeraj Dayal Singh

    5.097 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    I won't let you be defined by the fact that you were once in handcuffs. I've represented decent, hardworking people fight all types of criminal charges and my results speak for themselves. Whether you are currently under investigation, already bee...
    Rating:  10
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    Karen Lynn Goldstein

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    Karen Lynn Goldstein

    5.031 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
    My firm focuses its practice in sex crimes, violent crimes, and federal crimes. I fight to win.
    Rating:  10
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    Alan Eisner

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    Alan Eisner

    4.795 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime and more
    TOP 1% U.S. LAW FIRM. BAR-CERTIFIED CRIMINAL DEFENSE SPECIALIST. TOP-RATED "SUPER-LAWYERS"
    Rating:  10
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    Jennifer Diem-Trang Le

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    Jennifer Diem-Trang Le

    4.9100 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Fierce and Dedicated Representation. Every case has and deserves a defense.
    Rating:  10
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    Jordan Cunningham

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    Jordan Cunningham

    5.042 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Jordan has successfully tried dozens of criminal cases before juries and judges. His experience as a former prosecutor gives him a unique perspective from both the prosecution and defense standpoints. Call us today at (805) 706-8917 for a free con...
    Rating:  10
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    Wesley James Schroeder

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    Wesley James Schroeder

    5.025 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more
    40+ Years Experience--Real Results. We Put Our Clients First. Call (408) 912-2777
    Rating:  10
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    Christopher Steven Miller

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    Christopher Steven Miller

    5.071 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Super Lawyers 'Rising Star' and Avvo Client's Choice Award Winner - Free Consultations - Available 24/7
    Rating:  10
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    Mario Rodriguez

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    Mario Rodriguez

    5.039 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    41 years of experience working hard to protect your freedom. Serving clients in Coachella Valley and Riverside East only. Call for a free consultation!
    Rating:  10
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    Amber Regina Bellante

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    Amber Regina Bellante

    5.0128 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573
    Rating:  9.9
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    Simon M. Aval

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    Simon M. Aval

    5.036 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents
    Certified Specialist in Criminal Law by the State Bar of California With Over 150 Jury Trials Completed.
    Rating:  10
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    Paul B. Tyler

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    Paul B. Tyler

    4.932 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    For 30 years I have defended criminal cases exclusively in the Ventura County courts — over 20,000 appearances. From misdemeanors to serious felonies, you get me personally, on a flat fee, with an honest assessment of your case. Free consultation,...
    Rating:  10
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    Sally Vecchiarelli

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    Sally Vecchiarelli

    5.056 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more
    Arrested in Cali, Call Sally!
    Rating:  10
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    Matthew Blake Wallin

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    Matthew Blake Wallin

    5.044 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    The Wallin & Klarich Firm has over 40 years of experience helping clients in their time of legal need.
    Rating:  10
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