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San Diego, CA Criminal defense lawyers

860 lawyers specializing in Criminal Defense are available in the San Diego, CA area.

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  • Amber Bellante

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    The Law Offices of Amber Bellante
    401 West A Street, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 54 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Choose an experienced and aggressive lawyer who cares about what happens to you. Mention Avvo for your free consultation. Call (916) 282-2573

    Practice area
    50% Criminal defense, 10% DUI and DWI, 5% Domestic violence, and more.

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    CA, Active since 2002

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  • Dod Ghassemkhani

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    DOD LAW
    303 A Street, Suite 306, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 136 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO GET YOUR CASE DROPPED. Affordable Award-Winning Criminal Defense Attorney

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    60% Criminal defense, 40% DUI and DWI

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    Free Consultation
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     30 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2004

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  • Lindsey Mercer

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    Law Office of Lindsey B. Mercer
    600 W Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 127 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Regarded as one of the most respected and successful criminal defense attorneys in San Diego.

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    50% Criminal defense, 25% DUI and DWI, 25% Federal crime

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    Free Consultation
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     30 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2006

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  • Stefano Molea

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    3500 Fifth Avenue, Suite 304, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 74 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    “We Help Good People Regain Control Of Their Future When Charged With A Crime.”®
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  • L. Marcel Stewart

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    Stewart Law Group
    600 W. Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 45 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    You need a skillful advocate to give your matter the time and effort required. Freedom is worth it.

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    50% Criminal defense, 25% Nursing home abuse and neglect, 25% Medical malpractice

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    Free Consultation
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     20 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2007

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  • Anna Yum

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    501 W Broadway Ste 700, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 114 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Top-rated award-winning trial attorney. Former prosecutor. Aggressive. Results. Call 619-737-2347.

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    30% Criminal defense, 25% DUI and DWI, 15% Sexual harassment, and more.

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     45 minutes

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    CA, Active since 2005

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  • William Daley

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    Law Office of William Daley
    110 West C Street, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 61 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Named in the Top 1% of Attorneys in the U.S.; 1 of 10 best Criminal Defense Attorneys in California.

    Practice area
    33% Criminal defense, 34% Domestic violence, 33% DUI and DWI

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    CA, Active since 1981

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  • Michael Hernandez

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    402 West Broadway, Ste. 1270, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 38 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “I had known Michael Hernandez before my legal matters and I knew as soon as I had been arrested who I wanted to defend me. I contacted Michael immediately and he instantly calmed my nerves and began to talk me off a cliff...
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  • Domenic Lombardo

    Law Offices of Domenic J. Lombardo
    401 West A Street, Suite 1150, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 40 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    San Diego Criminal Defense Attorney, Lawyer for all Crimes, Warrants, Adult and Juvenile Defense
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  • Eve Maestre

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    Law Office of Eve Maestre
    402 W. Broadway, Ste #400, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 27 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Compassionate advocacy with exceptional results. Rated in Top 2.5% of all Criminal Lawyers in San Diego. Avvo's 2023 Client's Choice award.

    Practice area
    70% Criminal defense, 30% DUI and DWI

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    Free Consultation
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    CA, Active since 2018

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  • Peter Liss

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    Vista Criminal Law
    11622 El Camino Real, #100, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 84 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Top Vista and San Diego Criminal Lawyer. Distinguished Graduate of U.C. Berkeley Law with Over 35 Years of Experience. Vista Criminal Law Provides Top-Quality Representation at Affordable Rates! Call (760) 642-2408 for a Free Consultation.
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  • Samantha Greene

    Sevens Legal, APC
    3555 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 26 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Certified by State Bar of California as a Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Call today
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  • Marc Geller

    Marc B. Geller, A Professional Corporation
    225 Broadway, Suite 2100, San Diego, CA
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    4.5 stars 12 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    All matters handled personally by Mr. Geller
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  • Brandon Naidu

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    RJT Criminal Lawyer
    2820 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 110, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 16 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Attorney Naidu plays an instrumental role in the success stories that happen within criminal courts. District attorneys, judges and former clients know that he arrives to the courtroom prepared and ready to present his argument before the court. A...
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  • Timothy Scott

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    McKenzie Scott PC
    1350 Columbia Street, Suite 600, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 32 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
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    Not taking a plea? Call us for fearless trial advocacy and aggressive motions practice:
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  • David Boertje

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    Law Offices of David M. Boertje
    501 W Broadway Ste 800, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 60 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Exceptional & Experienced Legal Representation for your Personal Injury or Criminal Case.
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  • Peter Blair

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    Law Office of Peter Blair
    225 Broadway, Suite 1740, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 169 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    PERSONAL ATTENTION | PROVEN RESULTS FREE CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION (619) 727-6897

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    20% Criminal defense, 20% Domestic violence, 20% Federal crime, and more.

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    CA, Active since 2010

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  • Nicole Irmer

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    Law Office of Nicole Irmer
    2550 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1060, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 46 reviews
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    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Dedicated, compassionate and zealous defense. Protecting your healthcare and professional license.
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  • Ezekiel Cortez

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    Ezekiel Cortez
    550 West C Street, Suite 620, Suite 620, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 7 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.9  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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 I...
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  • Alicia Freeze

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    Alicia C. Freeze, Esq.
    402 West Broadway, Ste. 1760, San Diego, CA
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    5.0 stars 86 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.6  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Experience & Dedication For The Results YOU Need!

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    25% Criminal defense, 20% Expungement, 10% White collar crime, and more.

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    CA, Active since 2011

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San Diego, CA 92101
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