Long Beach Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Long Beach, California, the decisions you make right now can shape the rest of your life.
Criminal charges—whether a misdemeanor or felony—carry serious consequences that can impact your freedom, employment, professional licenses, immigration status, and reputation.
At our law firm, our Long Beach criminal defense attorneys provide aggressive, strategic legal representation to individuals facing criminal accusations in Los Angeles County.
We understand how the Long Beach courts operate, how prosecutors build cases, and how to challenge the evidence against you at every stage of the process.
An arrest is not a conviction. With early intervention and experienced legal counsel, many criminal cases can be reduced, dismissed, or resolved without jail time.
Eisner Gorin LLP is here to help. Schedule your consultation at (818) 781-1570 or contact us here.
Criminal Defense Representation in Long Beach, California
Long Beach is one of the largest cities in Los Angeles County and has its own courthouse that handles both misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.
Arrests in the area are commonly made by the Long Beach Police Department, Signal Hill Police Department, Port Police, California Highway Patrol, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Most individuals arrested in Long Beach are initially booked into the Long Beach City Jail before their case is reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. From that point forward, everything moves quickly.
Our criminal defense lawyers represent clients at all stages of the criminal process, including:
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Negotiations with prosecutors
Early legal representation can often prevent charges from being filed at all.
Common Criminal Charges We Defend in Long Beach
Our attorneys handle a wide range of criminal cases in Long Beach, including but not limited to the following:
DUI and Driving Offenses
Long Beach law enforcement aggressively enforces DUI laws. Even a first-time DUI can result in jail time, license suspension, fines, and mandatory programs.
We defend clients charged with:
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DUI involving alcohol or drugs
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DUI causing injury
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Refusal cases
Many DUI cases involve improper stops, flawed breath or blood testing, or constitutional violations that can lead to dismissal or reduced charges.
Drug Crimes
Drug offenses are among the most common charges prosecuted in the Long Beach courthouse. Depending on the allegations, drug crimes can be charged as misdemeanors or serious felonies.
We defend cases involving:
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Drug possession
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Possession for sale
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Drug transportation or trafficking
When appropriate, we fight for drug diversion programs that allow clients to avoid a conviction entirely.
Domestic Violence Allegations
Domestic violence charges are taken extremely seriously in Long Beach. Even an arrest alone can trigger restraining orders, loss of firearm rights, and professional consequences.
We defend allegations involving:
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Domestic battery
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Criminal threats
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Violating protective orders
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Child endangerment and elder abuse
Victims cannot “drop” charges once a case is filed. Only the prosecutor controls the case, which is why early defense intervention is critical.
Theft and White-Collar Crimes
Theft offenses are considered crimes of moral turpitude and can have long-lasting consequences.
We defend clients charged with:
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Shoplifting
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Burglary
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Identity theft
Many theft cases involve weak evidence, mistaken identity, or exaggerated claims that can be challenged successfully.
Violent and Serious Felony Charges
Violent crime accusations can result in lengthy prison sentences, strike allegations, and life-altering penalties.
We defend clients charged with:
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Battery causing serious injury
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Gang-related offenses
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Kidnapping
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Homicide
These cases require immediate legal representation and a defense team experienced in high-stakes felony litigation.
Understanding the Criminal Court Process in Long Beach
After an arrest, most defendants will either post bail or be released on their own recognizance. If charges are filed, the case proceeds through several stages:
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Arraignment – Formal charges are read, and a plea is entered
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Pretrial Proceedings – Evidence is reviewed, motions are filed
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Negotiations – The defense may seek dismissal or reduction
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Trial – If no agreement is reached
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Sentencing – If convicted or a plea is entered
In many cases, our attorneys can appear on your behalf so you do not have to miss work or appear in court unnecessarily.
Why Early Legal Intervention Matters
Many people wait until charges are filed to hire a lawyer. This can be a costly mistake. Our firm regularly intervenes before charges are filed, presenting evidence and legal arguments to prosecutors that can result in:
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No charges are being filed
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Reduced charges
Once a case is formally filed, prosecutors are far less willing to dismiss it without a fight.
What Sets Our Long Beach Criminal Defense Attorneys Apart
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Decades of combined criminal defense experience
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Former prosecutors on our legal team
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Deep knowledge of Long Beach courts and judges
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Proven success in serious felony cases
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Personalized defense strategies tailored to each client
We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach. Every case is different, and every client deserves a defense strategy built around their specific circumstances.
Protect Your Rights and Your Future
A criminal charge does not define you—but how you respond to it matters. Whether you are under investigation, have been arrested, or already have a court date, the time to act is now.
Our Long Beach criminal defense attorneys are ready to review your case, explain your options, and begin building a defense strategy designed to protect your freedom, your record, and your future.
Contact Eisner Gorin LLP for a confidential consultation and a clear plan to protect your freedom and future.
By appointment, the law firm may meet the client at 100 Oceangate, Suite 1200, Long Beach, CA 90802 for case preparation, strategy, and review.
If you have one phone call from jail, call us! If you are facing criminal charges,