Santa Clarita Criminal Defense Attorney
If you've been charged with a crime, you deserve the expertise of our seasoned criminal defense attorneys. With decades of experience exclusively defending individuals accused of crimes, we possess an in-depth understanding of the California criminal justice system. We are committed to providing you with a robust defense to secure the best possible outcome for your case.
Our Santa Clarita criminal defense lawyers are unwavering in our commitment to providing a zealous defense to everyone accused of a crime, regardless of the alleged crime or circumstances. With extensive experience representing defendants facing felony, misdemeanor, and infraction charges throughout Los Angeles County, we are here to support and advocate for you.
The Santa Clarita Courthouse is located at 23747 West Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA 91355, and the phone number is (661) 253-5600. The Court hears traffic cases, misdemeanors, felony preliminary hearings, and in-custody felony arraignments.
This state trial court is an L A County Superior Court with jurisdiction over cases in the city of Santa Clarita and unincorporated areas, including Canyon Country, Castaic, Newhall, Saugus, Stevenson Ranch, and Val Verde.
The Los Angeles District Attorney, who prosecutes criminal cases from the Santa Clarita area office, is located at 23747 West Valencia Boulevard, Room 1, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, and the phone number is (661) 888-7112.
Notably, Santa Clarita does not have a police department. Law enforcement is provided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station is located at 26201 Golden Valley Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, and the phone number is (661) 260-4000. This station serves the areas of Angeles National Forest, Bouquet Canyon, Canyon Country, Castaic, City of Santa Clarita, Hasley Canyon, Newhall, Sand Canyon, Santa Clarita, Saugus, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Sleepy Valley, Southern Oaks, Stevenson Ranch, Sunset Point, Tesoro del Valle, Valencia, Val Verde, West Hills, and Westridge.
Juvenile infractions are typically handled at the Santa Clarita Community Court, and juvenile crime cases are typically heard at the Sylmar Juvenile Courthouse.
Types of Crimes
Our criminal defense and DUI attorneys defend people against all types of misdemeanor and criminal charges in Santa Clarita. We may be able to challenge the evidence and will advocate for reduced or dismissed charges. Some of the common crimes include the following:
- Driving under the influence,
- Domestic violence,
- Drug crimes,
- Sex crimes,
- Theft crimes,
- Federal offenses,
- Embezzlement
- Hit and run,
- Lewd conduct,
- Probation violations,
- Violent crimes,
- White-collar crimes
Most people arrested in Santa Clarita are eligible to be released on bail or their own recognizance on the promise to appear at their future court dates. After the DA's office formally charges, your attorney and the prosecutors will try to negotiate a plea bargain, which is an agreement where you agree to plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a more lenient sentence. This could also include reducing or dismissing charges.
In felony cases, there is a preliminary hearing (prelim), at which the judge determines whether the prosecutor has enough evidence to continue pursuing charges.
If you decide to accept a plea deal, the judge will impose a sentence based on the agreed terms between your lawyer and the prosecutor. Often, plea bargains involve the probation only rather than going to jail.
Suppose you decide to take your case to trial and lose. In that case, the judge will typically impose a sentence based on what the statute allows.
Preparing Your Legal Defense
Our attorneys are California State-Bar Certified Specialists in Criminal Defense Law with extensive experience defending clients accused of any type of crime. We frequently handle the pre-filing defense for police investigations, with the goal of preventing the filing of criminal charges or reducing charges before they are filed.
Our defense lawyers have a successful track record of helping numerous clients be exonerated before the court after their arrest. This should provide you with the reassurance you need.
The process of causing arrest charges to be dropped keeps your record “clean” pursuant to Penal Code 849.5 PC, causing an arrest to be legally considered a “detention” only.
Since we know how prosecutors press charges, we are in a good position to negotiate and litigate charge reductions and dismissals. If you've been accused of a crime, the next steps can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Early intervention by our top-ranked law firm is crucial.
We need to review the details of your case immediately to determine your best legal options. Contact our law firm for a case review. Eisner Gorin LLP has offices in Los Angeles, California.
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