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1301 Dove Street, Suite 1050, Newport Beach, CA 92660
4100 Newport Place Drive, Suite 550, Newport Beach, CA 92660
4000 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 600, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Newport Gateway, 19800 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92612
4695 MacArthur Ct #1100, Newport Beach, CA 92660
4100 Newport Place, Suite 550, Newport Beach, CA 92660
620 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 1100, Newport Beach, CA 92660
23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Suite 150, Newport Beach, CA 92660
2112 E. 4th St., Suite 235D, Santa Ana, CA 92705
1432 Edinger Ave., Suite 240-B, Tustin, CA 92780
Serving Orange County, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
7755 Center Ave , #1100, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
- Law Offices of Christopher J. McCann, APC
Criminal Defense Lawyers Serving Costa Mesa, CA (Santa Ana)
1633 E. 4th St., Ste. 248, Santa Ana, CA 92701
17581 Irvine Boulevard, Suite 112, Tustin, CA 92780
16520 Bake Parkway, Suite 280, Irvine, CA 92618
22982 La Cadena Dr., Suite 239, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Second Floor, 323 Main Street, Seal Beach, CA 90740
712 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92832
1440 N. Harbor Blvd, Suite 900, Fullerton, CA 92835
111 W. Ocean Blvd., Suite 400, Long Beach, CA 90802
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Have you been arrested or facing criminal charges? Whether you were arrested for a misdemeanor, felony or are being investigated for a criminal offense, a criminal defense attorney can help protect your legal rights.
In most cases, you have the right to self-representation in criminal court. However, that does not mean that it is a good idea. It can be very risky to represent yourself when facing criminal charges and saying the wrong thing could result in a guilty verdict. There are serious penalties for misdemeanor and felony criminal charges, including:
- Jail time
- Fines
- A permanent criminal record
- Probation
Some criminal convictions can limit your future opportunities, including professional licensing, finding a job, getting a place to live, and ownership of a firearm. For people who are not U.S. citizens, there may also be immigration consequences of a criminal conviction, including removal proceedings and deportation.
From the pre-trial process, plea negotiations, criminal trial, and appeals, a trial lawyer can provide the legal representation to give you the best opportunity to avoid a criminal conviction.
Many people think that if they did not do anything wrong, they don't have anything to worry about. Unfortunately, innocent people go to prison all the time. Some innocent people even plead guilty to a crime they never committed. Many of these people did not hire a criminal defense lawyer.
When law enforcement talks to a suspect, they may be trying to get evidence to use as probable cause to make the arrest. Even if you did nothing wrong, you have the right to remain silent and ask for a lawyer if you are taken into custody. This may be the best option to protect yourself from saying something that can be used against you, even if it was taken out of context.
Prosecutors are interested in getting convictions. Most criminal cases in Costa Mesa are settled before they go to trial by a plea agreement. The prosecutor may make it seem like there is no chance and the defendant should accept the plea bargain for a lighter sentence instead of getting the maximum sentence after a trial. If you cooperate with the prosecutor without talking to a criminal law attorney for legal advice, you may end up signing away your legal rights and end up facing jail time.
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Criminal defense is a unique practice area and you may want a lawyer who primarily practices criminal defense law. Different criminal defense attorneys may have different strengths. It is important to find the best criminal defense attorney in the Costa Mesa area who also is the right fit for you and your individual situation. When you talk to an attorney, ask them about their experience handling criminal charges like yours. Factors that you may want to consider in choosing a criminal defense law firm include:
- Years of experience
- Availability for questions and updates
- Experience with the judge and prosecutor in your case
- Approach to building a strong criminal defense
- Approach to plea bargain agreements
- Successful representation of clients
Many people who need to find a lawyer in California have never hired a lawyer before. Talking to a lawyer may be a new experience and you might want some help getting started. Here are some questions you may want to ask a lawyer before deciding who to hire.
- What is your main practice area?
- How many years of experience do you have in California with cases like mine?
- How often do you take cases to trial or settle them out of court?
- Can I take my case through mediation or arbitration?
- Do you offer a free consultation?
- What are your fees and costs?
- Will you be the attorney primarily handling my case?
- How will I be kept up-to-date about my case?
In order to practice law in California, attorneys have to both pass the California bar exam and be admitted by the State Bar of California. Most attorneys in California graduate from an accredited law school but some lawyers are admitted through on-the-job experience for a minimum of 4 years and through passing an additional legal exam. After a lawyer is admitted to law practice in California, they can practice in almost any area of law.
Lawyers in California are held to strict ethical guidelines known as the Rules of Professional Conduct. Attorneys may have duties and limitations in:
- Attorney-client confidentiality
- Duty of client advocacy
- Conflicts of interest
- Duty of candor
- Limitations in soliciting clients
- Restrictions on handling a client's money
Many people avoid calling a lawyer because they are worried it will be too expensive. In many cases, a lawyer can end up saving the client money. This includes getting an increased award, recovering additional damages, avoiding financial problems in the future, and avoiding future disputes and litigation. Some legal areas even allow the lawyer to recover legal fees from the party at fault.