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    In San Luis Obispo County, California, there are 76 criminal defense lawyers available with 564+ 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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    San Luis Obispo County Has 76 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 564 Reviews

    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Bio: I represent people. From 2006 until 2020, the only type of cases I have taken are criminal defense cases, and most of those DUI defense cases. (As of 2020 I have expanded my practice areas to include Juvenile Dependency as well as criminal/DUI def...
    Jordan Cunningham

    PRO

    San Luis Obispo County 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...

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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in San Luis Obispo County, CA

    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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    Criminal Defense

    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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    Mary E Tatum

    PRO

    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Litigation and more
    Facing criminal charges can be one of the most challenging experiences you’ll ever face. We deliver rigorous and strategic defense backed by decades of experience. Mary Tatum’s experience as a Deputy District Attorney provides her with unmatched i...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Paul Greco is formerly one of the top criminal prosecutors on the Central Coast. He is now dedicated to using his vast expertise in criminal law to vindicate the rights of his clients. Paul has been practicing law since 2002 when he graduated from...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Meet Gregory Gillett. Greg was born and raised in Central California. He attended college at the University of California, San Diego and law school at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Gillett received his Doctor of Education from the Unive...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I started the Taylor Defense Firm in 2014. I began my litigation career at the Public Defenders Office in Kansas City, MO. I represented indigent clients ranging from DUI and drug cases to rape, robbery, and murder. In 2010, I was challenged by a ...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: My long standing in local criminal law practice brings you the benefit of my deep knowledge of the local practices and approaches that make the difference in getting the results you want. My time is devoted to fully understanding your concerns, yo...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I love being a criminal defense attorney. I love the words "Not Guilty" and "Case Dismissed". Nothing is more pleasing than to see my clients' faces when they hear those words. I grew up in San Luis Obispo County. I believe this has helped me be a...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Ms. Petty graduated at the top of her law school class in 1996. She has dedicated her career to helping those in the most challenging circumstances. She was certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law in ...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I have extensive experience in Fresno, Kern, SLO, Santa Barabara, Ventura counties with DMV, DUI, and traffic tickets. Get a free consultation regarding any traffic ticket you may have received.
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, General Practice and more
    Bio: Country lawyer, formerly a big-city lawyer.
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: If you are facing criminal charges on the Central Coast of California, in Santa Barbara or San Luis Obispo counties you should call me. I have bee practicing criminal defense locally for nearly two decades. My local experience and my familarity wi...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: Mission Law Center was founded by attorney Louis Koory. Lou is a graduate of UC Santa Barbara and Loyola Law School. Lou has been practicing law since 1990. Lou began his career working as a law clerk and attorney for Girardi, Keese and Crane in L...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Our law group serves clients throughout California. We offer an initial free consultation to learn more about your legal options pertaining to your specific case. Henry Campa Jr. is an experienced trial attorney with more than 13 years of qualifie...
    Maurice Robert Bettencourt

    PRO

    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Robert Bettencourt received his doctorate in the law in 1992, having graduated with high honors from McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. Over his 20-year career Mr. Bettencourt has successfully taken many cases to jury trial and resolved numerou...
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, General Practice and more
    San Luis Obispo County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: Criminal Attorney who can help you navigate the court process in an honest and understanding way. Also, handles uncontested divorces. Available for the following courts: San Luis Obispo County, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Fresno, Visalia a...

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