Top Rated Fresno County, CA Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Fresno County, California, there are 248 criminal defense lawyers available with 1572+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Fresno County Has 248 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 1572 Reviews

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 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

Call for a FREE consultation(559) 558-5577

Jon Kiyoshi Renge's Website

Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Violent Crime and more

Bio: Need help with a criminal case? My practice is 100% criminal defense (including juvenile criminal defense). It's all I do because I want to be the best and focusing on one type of law is how I do it. If you have a broken foot, would you go to a st...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fresno County, CA

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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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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Law Office of Najda Kazarian Aggressive Representation | Attainable Results| Absolute Rights The Law Office of Najda Kazarian provides a tireless and driven advocate who knows the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. Our experienced attorn...

Rating: 9.0

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Fresno County 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

Call for a consultation(559) 354-6108

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more

With over 25 years experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney and former deputy district attorney - I CAN HELP

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(559) 527-0381

Samuel A. Luton's Website

Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime and more

Bio: I began my legal career in San Diego where I practiced criminal law, civil litigation, and personal injury. After a very successful practice there for 17 years, my family and I moved to Fresno, California, in 1995. Since that time, I have practice...

Rating: 10

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family

Bio: During the course of litigation, clients deserve a lot of attention. They need help, they need money, they need to know what is going on with their case, they need assurance that they will get their day in court quickly, they need justice, they ne...

Rating: 9.8

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Fresno Criminal DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney, of The Law Office of Jonathan Rooker. Jonathan Rooker believes education is the key to success. Jonathan's Education J.D. Law San Joaquin College of Law in Fresno / Clovis M.S. Ed Counseling From ...

Rating: 10

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime

Bio: Mr. Jones graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) in 1985, where he was a member of the men's rowing team. He received his Masters from the University of San Francisco (USF) in 1988. He attended Whittier College, McCullom School...

Rating: 10

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Fresno County 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

Call for a FREE consultation(559) 206-5234

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate

Bio: Niklas K. Hugosson is an attorney focusing on representing landlords of rental properties. Mr. Hugosson was born and raised in the Central Valley. He is graduate of California State University Fresno (2008, B.S. Business Administration,) and San J...

Rating: 7.3

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Appeals and more

Bio: I practice criminal law almost exclusively, and truly love my job! I am a passionate advocate for my clients, and I believe that every person charged with a crime deserves to have an attorney that they can trust. I value integrity in my representa...

Rating: 8.6

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: A compassionate fighter, Christina J. Oleson’s practice focuses on criminal defense. No matter the charge her clients are facing, she always does everything in her power to ensure that they get the best possible outcome. Since 2011, Ms. Oleson has...

Rating: 10

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury

Bio: Our office has worked with hundreds of clients, with cases ranging from Petty Theft, to Double Murder. As a former Probation Officer and Deputy District Attorney I know the ins and outs of the system. I have extensive trial experience and have han...

Rating: 9.9

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Personal Injury

Have you or a loved one been charged with a crime? Douglas Foster will give you the help you need!

Rating: 7.5

Call for a FREE consultation(559) 385-2461

Douglas Clayton Foster's Website

Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Felonies. Misdemeanors. DUI. Traffic Tickets. State Prison Parole Hearings. Protecting and defending yourself cannot be delayed. Call for a free consultation today. You need a lawyer at your side who defends all criminal law matters with the upmos...

Rating: 6.9

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI

Bio: "I chose criminal defense as a specialty, because I see the greater need for quality attorneys in this field. The power of the state is enormous, and it is critical for justice in America that we have aggressive and honest defense counsel protecti...

Rating: 8.9

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Shanna Hesketh was raised in the Central Valley and attended California State University, Fresno. During her time as a Fresno State Bulldog, Ms. Hesketh competed as a member of the Fresno State Mock Trial team, winning several awards for her indiv...

Rating: 7.8

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Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Jarrett Cline, Criminal Defense Attorney Mission: I focus on providing advice, advocacy, and stability through the legal process in order to provide the best possible results for my clients. Good people sometimes make mistakes, bad decisions, or g...

Rating: 9.4

Call for a consultation(559) 272-4173

Phillip Jarrett Cline's Website

Fresno County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "he is the real lawyer who fights for the rights of his clients. He is not pretencious but truly understands the legal issues and dilemma I was facing. He is also flexible about installment plans because he cares about my family and situation. I tr..."

Rating: 8.1

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