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    California Has 8951 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 50681 Reviews

    Sean Dennis Hennessey

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    Sean Dennis Hennessey

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and more
    For 23 years I have been a trial lawyer practicing personal injury and criminal defense cases.
    Rating:  10
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    Marc Pelta

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    Marc Pelta

    4.983 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime and more
    Experienced prosecuting and defending a wide-range felony and misdemeanor cases. Experience counts
    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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    Julie Crawford

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    Julie Crawford

    5.027 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    UC Berkeley/UC Hastings Law Felony DUI, Violent Crimes, Drug Crimes, AVVO CLIENTS' CHOICE AWARD 2015
    Rating:  9.7
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    Jeremy Ian Lessem

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    Jeremy Ian Lessem

    4.942 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime
    We understand the various intricacies within criminal court cases.
    Rating:  10
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    Charlie Davis Dresow

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    Charlie Davis Dresow

    5.035 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Protect your freedom and preserve your future.
    Rating:  10
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    William Vadim Pernik

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    William Vadim Pernik

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Commitment. Determination. Results.
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Kenneth Moore

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    Michael Kenneth Moore

    4.517 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Bankruptcy & Debt and more
    Almost 20 years Of Experience. Results You Won't Get With Just Any Lawyer Or Public Defender. Call (209) 395-0201
    Rating:  10
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    Ezekiel E. Cortez

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    Ezekiel E. Cortez

    5.08 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Ezekiel E. Cortez is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization after passing the federal specialist examination. For over a decade, Mr. Cortez has been continuously listed in The Best Lawyers In ...
    Rating:  10
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    Sam John Polverino

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    Sam John Polverino

    4.728 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: I have representing people accused of crimes for over thirty years. I practice in the State and Federal Courts of California. I have handled thousands of cases including both felonies and misdemeanors. They include: murder and vehicular manslaught...
    Rating:  10
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    Brian C Andritch

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    Brian C Andritch

    4.819 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Former Criminal Prosecutor Now Fighting For You! Certified Criminal Law Specialist.
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Keon Athari

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    Michael Keon Athari

    5.01 review
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: Attorney Michael Athari is an accomplished criminal defense lawyer with a profound dedication to advocating for the underrepresented. Since obtaining his California law license in 2017, Michael’s career has been defined by an unwavering commitment...
    Rating:  6.4
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    William Peter Daley

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    William Peter Daley

    5.068 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI
    Named in the Top 1% of Attorneys in the U.S.; 1 of 10 best Criminal Defense Attorneys in California.
    Rating:  10
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    Seppi Esfandi

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    Seppi Esfandi

    5.063 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more
    State Board Attorney. Over 21 years in Criminal Defense. Call (310) 274-6529
    Rating:  10
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    Kevin Peter Rooney

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    Kevin Peter Rooney

    5.011 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Appeals
    Former Federal Prosecutor - handling all of your Criminal Defense needs.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Stefano L. Molea

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    Stefano L. Molea

    5.099 reviews
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    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    “We Help Good People Regain Control Of Their Future When Charged With A Crime.”®
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Drynan Boyd

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    Robert Drynan Boyd

    5.014 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement
    I am a former prosecutor & I will use my 20 years of experience to get you the best possible result.
    Rating:  10
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    Peter Michael Liss

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    Peter Michael Liss

    4.993 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Top Vista and San Diego Criminal Lawyer. Distinguished Graduate of U.C. Berkeley Law with Over 40 Years of Experience. Vista Criminal Law Provides Top-Quality Representation at Affordable Rates! Call (760) 642-2408 for a Free Consultation.
    Rating:  10
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    Jesse Paul Duran

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    Jesse Paul Duran

    5.015 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile
    White collar crimes, violent crimes, drug/DUI's, theft, expungements/pardons, sex crimes, juvenile.
    Rating:  10
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    Joshua Beal Davis

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    Joshua Beal Davis

    5.012 reviews
    California Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI
    Bio: As a committed criminal defense attorney, Joshua B. Davis understands the complexities and fears associated with facing criminal charges. His primary goal is to secure the best possible outcomes for his clients by employing meticulous preparation ...
    Rating:  10
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    Amber Regina Bellante

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    Amber Regina Bellante

    5.0123 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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