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    93 criminal defense lawyers serve Vista, CA. Compare the best based on 1070+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in San Diego County are listed below.

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    Peter Michael Liss

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    Peter Michael Liss

    4.990 reviews
    Attorney Peter M. Liss
    380 S. Melrose Dr. #301, Vista, CA
    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.
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    Dod Ghassemkhani

    Dod Ghassemkhani

    5.0141 reviews
    DOD LAW
    380 S. Melrose Drive, Suite 372, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: AWARD-WINNING TRIAL ATTORNEY Named TRIAL LAWYER OF THE YEAR, Attorney Dod of DOD LAW can be best described as a-------- FIGHTER. Known for his passion and tenacious litigation skills Dod has the results to prove it. One of his greatest accomplishm...
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    James Nelson Dicks

    James Nelson Dicks

    4.989 reviews
    jD Law Criminal Defense Attorneys
    400 South Melrose Drive, #109, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Have you been indicted with criminal charges? Criminal charges are always serious and require the help of an experienced and dedicated attorney who will fight tirelessly for your rights and privileges. When you come to jD LAW, you will receive the...
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    Rafael Acosta

    Rafael Acosta

    5.09 reviews
    217 Civic Center Dr., Suite 6, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Review: "Rafael Acosta saved my life. I made a huge mistake and was looking at a lot of prison time (High profile case). My family reached out to a lot of different lawyers, but my family choose Mr. Acosta who took my case at a fair price. He reassured my ..."
    Rating:  9.9
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    Bradley R Corbett

    Bradley R Corbett

    4.854 reviews
    Bradley R. Corbett, Criminal Defense Attorney
    440 S MELROSE DR, STE 204, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Bradley Corbett – Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney With over 18 years of experience as a criminal defense attorney, I have built a reputation for providing aggressive, strategic, and results-driven representation. Throughout my career, I have...
    Rating:  10
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    Herbert John Weston

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    Herbert John Weston

    5.02 reviews
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    378 Vista Village Dr, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "When faced with the impossible , Herb and his daughter cannot be complimented enough . A true warrior for citizen's rights and someone you can count on ! No need to waste your hard earned money on anyone else ! He saved my ass !!!"
    Rating:  7.9
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    William R. Christoph

    William R. Christoph

    4.826 reviews
    Christoph Law Offices
    400 S. Melrose Dr., Suite 101, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: William R. Christoph was a USMC Captain 1969 - 1976. He was an Infantry Platoon Commander in Vietnam and a Cobra Helicopter Gunship Pilot. In 1978, William Christoph graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School. He served as a Deputy San ...
    Rating:  10
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    Andrew Michael Limberg

    Andrew Michael Limberg

    4.33 reviews
    450 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Andrew Limberg is an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. When you hire Andrew Limberg as your lawyer, you get both a counselor and an advocate dedicated solely to your defense. He will inform you of what to expect at every sta...
    Rating:  10
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    Tanya Lee Weston

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    Tanya Lee Weston

    5.02 reviews
    378 Vista Village Dr, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "An attorney who genuinely cares and will use every bit of ammo to support you and your case . She helped me more than I expected !!"
    Rating:  7.4
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    Nicholas William Christoph

    Nicholas William Christoph

    5.016 reviews
    Christoph Law Offices
    400 S Melrose Dr Ste 101, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Born and raised in North County San Diego, I have continued the family tradition of defending people faced with Criminal and DUI charges in San Diego. After graduating Thomas Jefferson School of Law with Cum Laude Honors in 2007, I immediately beg...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Deanna Lynn Lopas

    Deanna Lynn Lopas

    5.03 reviews
    LOPAS LAW
    450 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: As a criminal defense practitioner for the last 15 years, I have represented clients in all areas of criminal law, from the most complex cases involving homicide, sexual misconduct, and 3 strikes to common drug possession, driving under the influe...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Matthew Aaron Lopas

    Matthew Aaron Lopas

    4.36 reviews
    LOPAS LAW
    450 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Expungement and more
    Bio: My representation is client centered; focused solely on achieving the best outcome for each particular client. I work efficiently and aggressively to achieve each clients' unique and tailored goals. I have negotiated thousands of pre-trial litigat...
    Rating:  9.6
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    William Lewis Wolfe

    William Lewis Wolfe

    4.617 reviews
    William L. Wolfe Law Offices
    630 Alta Vista Drive, Suite 205, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Vista criminal defense Attorney William L. Wolfe began his career as a police officer and homicide detective, where he spent ten and a half years, before moving on to become a deputy district attorney in San Diego. He has spent the last 18 years a...
    Rating:  10
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    David Mitchell Pflaum

    David Mitchell Pflaum

    5.036 reviews
    Law Offices of David Pflaum
    380 S Melrose Dr, Suite 305, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Defense lawyer David Pflaum relies on more than 30 years of experience to effectively represent his clients and get the right results. He specializes in the defense of clients accused of felonies and misdemeanors that include domestic violence, se...
    Rating:  8.3
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    Elisabeth Silva

    Elisabeth Silva

    5.03 reviews
    The Law Office of Elisabeth Silva and the Leslie Legal Group
    316 S. Melrose Dr., Suite 203, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Trusts and more
    Review: "Honest, professional, and kind! Ms. Silva he helped me to clearly understand my situation and the steps I need to take to protect myself. I would hire her in a minute if she was in my district!"
    Rating:  8.8
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    Richard Howard Layon

    Richard Howard Layon

    3.06 reviews
    Law Offices of Richard H. Layon
    217 Civic Center Drive,, Suite 6, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "This attorney was professional and thorough. He took time to explain and disucss my case; he seemed truly dedicated to resolving my case and made sure I was informed and that I understood every stage along the way. He has restored my faith in the ..."
    Rating:  10
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    James F. Weintre

    James F. Weintre

    5.01 review
    San Diego County Public Defender
    495 La Tortuga Dr Ste 100, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr weintre really went the extra mile for me . I was facing 12 years on a felony assault charge and mr weintre got it down to misdemeanor, with time served . In essence he gave me my life back . I don't know how to thank him"
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    Kenneth Robert Elliott

    Kenneth Robert Elliott

    4.69 reviews
    Law Offices of Kenneth R. Elliott
    550 W Vista Way Ste 200, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "i,ve known mr Elliott for over 5 years. he has represented me on several cases and got me county time with prison priors."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Elysia Inez Wilschke

    Elysia Inez Wilschke

    5.01 review
    San Diego County Public Defender
    495 La Tortuga Dr Ste 100, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was falsely accused of a violent crime (the felony sentence carried up to 14.5 years in potential prison time). I took the case to jury verdict and was convicted of a lesser included offense (a misdemeanor brandishing charge). As a licensed ..."
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    Christopher Jerome Stapleton

    Christopher Jerome Stapleton

    5.01 review
    San Diego County Public Defender
    495 La Tortuga Dr Ste 100, Vista, CA
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Stapleton was not thorough, intelligent and sharp; he was a very caring individual. He kept me fully informed during the entire process, always returned my calls diligently and treated me like the best of paying clients. I've had lots of att..."
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