Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney

You or a loved one has just been accused of a crime. You recognize the need for professional services, the significance of exploring relevant resources, & the importance of evaluating your options. So, where do you start?

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney Gregory Caplan understands the wide range of concerns families face when a loved one is accused of a crime. He, therefore, provides answers about immediate issues, as well as long-term strategies.

Providing clarity to a client and family is the starting point of effective legal representation. Thus, Mr. Caplan's approach involves carefully listening to & answering questions, and stabilizing his client & family by providing immediate resources about possible solutions.

Mr. Caplan is highly trusted by clients in the local community, as you can read at:

• Yelp.com Client Testimonial
• Gregory Caplan Review
• AARP - Los Angeles

Don’t take a chance on your future. Learn your options, call Gregory Caplan, now, & see how he can help, at 213-400-5355 or 818-536-3630!

PROACTIVE CRIMINAL DEFENSE STRATEGIES

Mr. Caplan's unique approaches are based on his extensive experience in criminal law, including nine years as a prosecutor. His focus is on developing alternatives for 1st-time offenders in Los Angeles County Court cases, including, shoplifting, weapon, drug, probation violations, and warrants.

How he can help you - Gregory Caplan carefully determines action which needs to be taken quickly on behalf of clients. His early intervention generally includes providing immediate legal protections, investigating case details, as well as communicating with police & prosecutors. Throughout the process, Mr. Caplan provides clients an understanding of their rights as well as best options.

Some alternative solutions, such as “Diversion” programs, quietly exist in the justice system, and may provide opportunities for dismissals upon successful completion.

Recently, the LA City Attorney announced The Neighborhood Justice Program, designed to steer cases away from criminal court, and into a community-based alternative court, designed for young offenders accused of low-level crimes, including shoplifting, graffiti, & alcohol violations.

Only a limited number of candidates are accepted into the above programs; thus, early intervention can be critical for this consideration.

Importantly, a new law establishes a Pilot Program starting in 2015, which allows for Judicial Diversion in Los Angeles County. First-time misdemeanor cases will be eligible for consideration, on a case-by-case basis, which would allow for eventual dismissal of charges if certain terms and conditions were completed.

Call 213-400-5355 or 818-536-3630 & see if you may qualify for an alternative!

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Mr. Caplan's strategies can be reviewed throughout this site, as well as at these specific resources, below:

Skilled Los Angeles DUI Attorney Law Office You’ve Been Arrested For a DUI in Los Angeles, Now What?

Skilled Los Angeles DUI Attorney Law Office

You’ve Been Arrested For a DUI in Los Angeles, Now What?

The DUI process is complex and you will likely have a lot of questions following your drunk driving arrest. Will I be sentenced to time in jail? Will I lose my drivers license? How much will this cost me? What happens at the arraignment? What is a DMV Hearing? Is possible to beat a Los Angeles DUI? Should I hire a criminal attorney? These are common questions and it is important that you understand your rights before you go into court.

This is where having an experienced DUI lawyer in Los Angeles can make a positive difference to your case. Our skilled Los Angeles Drunk Driving Lawyer will set aside time to answer your questions and to discuss possible defenses and will use their expertise to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

Below is some basic DUI information about the California DUI process. Please visit the rest of our website and our Los Angeles DUI Blog for more detailed information on these topics. Please contact our Los Angeles DUI Law Office to schedule a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss the specific facts of your case.

The Arraignment

An arraignment is your first court appearance following a DUI arrest. During the arraignment, the charges field against will be read and you will have the chance to enter a plea of “not guilty,” “no contest,” or “guilty.” If you wish to challenge the DUI charges, you should enter a plea of “not guilty” and the court will schedule your trial for a future date. Facing a legal proceeding like an arraignment can be confusing and intimidating, especially if it is your first time. our Los Angeles DUI lawyer can accompany you to your arraignment to ensure that you understand your rights and the arraignment process.

Avoid Suspension of your California Driver’s License

If you have been arrested for a DUI, the arresting officer may have confiscated your license and provided you with a “notice of suspension” and a “temporary license.” Suspension of your driver’s license will go into effect after 30 days and you may face suspension or revocation of your license for six months or more – even on a first offense. If you refused the breathalyzer at the time of your arrest for your first offense, you face a one-year suspension. If you have prior DUI convictions, you face suspension ranging from 2 to 10 years. These DMV suspensions apply even if the underlying DUI charges are reduced or dismissed.

You have the right to challenge suspension of your driver’s license by requesting an administrative DMV hearing within 10 days of your arrest. Our Los Angeles DUI lawyer can provide you with representation at the DMV hearing to help you avoid loss of your driver’s license.

Requesting a DMV Hearing

If you wish to challenge the suspension of your driver’s license following a DUI arrest, you or your attorney should contact the DMV Driver’s Safety Office within 10 days of your arrest to request a DMV Hearing. Our experienced attorney is available to assist you with the DMV Hearing Process, but it is imperative that a hearing request be made within 10 days.

We understand that loss of your driver’s license can have a devastating impact on your life. We understand that suspension of your license could cause hardship to your family, impact your social life and possibly cause loss of your job. This is why we work so hard to help our clients avoid suspension. An experienced California DUI criminal lawyer will work aggressively to defend your rights at the DMV hearing. We will diligently challenge the evidence and will raise all applicable defenses in an effort to have the suspension set aside.

Failure to timely request the DMV hearing within 10 days will result in a waiver of your right to the hearing and suspension of your California license will begin in 30 days. If you have an out of state license and a DMV hearing is not requested within 10 days your driving privileges are likely to be suspended in your home state.

DUI Penalties

If you have been arrested for a DUI in California, you may face jail time, loss of your driver’s license and expensive fines and costs. Even a first time misdemeanor DUI offense carries substantial penalties, including 6 month license suspension, up to 6 months in county jail (though it is unusual for a first offender to do any jail time), Alcohol classes for 3 – 9 months and Fines, Assessments and Fees upwards of to $2,000. If you have prior DUI offenses within the last 10 years, your penalties may be substantially higher.

Avoid a Criminal Drunk Driving Conviction in Los Angeles

The prosecutor may want you to believe that their case against you is cut and dried, but there are many defenses available to fight a DUI. Our Los Angeles DUI attorney knows that that you may have various defenses available. Our attorney will work diligently to defend you against conviction.

los-angeles-chamber-of-commerceDefenses that have been used to beat California DUI charges:

The officer’s lack of probable cause to make the initial stop
Mistakes in the administrative procedures relating to blood and breath tests
A person appearing not under the influence during field sobriety tests
Miranda rights violations
Illegal arrest
A lack of evidence
If you have been arrested for a DUI in Los Angeles, these and other defenses may apply to your case. Our skilled Los Angeles DUI attorney can help you to determine what defenses may be available against a criminal DUI charge. However, it is important that you contact an attorney promptly as many defenses are time-sensitive.

To discuss possible strategies for your particular case, contact us for a FREE DUI Consultation (213) 799-1250.

Los Angeles DUI Lawyer

Los Angeles DUI Lawyer

DUI Attorneys in Los Angeles CaIan Pancer runs a criminal defense practice that takes cases in San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles. He has worked on numerous high-profile criminal defense cases in State courts in Southern California and in Federal courts in Southern California and Nevada - cases that have been featured on news outlets such as ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN and FOX. Mr. Pancer currently sits on the board of directors of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association. He is a current or past member of the California DUI Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association, and the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego. He is dedicated to providing you with aggressive representation in order to achieve the best result possible. Find out why executives, professionals and international clients choose the Law Office of Ian Pancer.

As a skilled Los Angeles DUI lawyer, Mr. Pancer is dedicated to the defense of DUI and criminal cases, from first offenders to felony drunk driving. Los Angeles DUI lawyer Ian Pancer knows that DUIs can be embarrassing and devastating to people of certain professions. Now is not the time to have a lawyer that is going to lecture you about your choices. The fact is, you are in trouble with the law and you need a non-judgmental advocate to give you straight forward advice about beating your case, period. And that is exactly what you will get. Mr. Pancer has handled countless DUI cases over many years in a multitude of courts, and now you get the benefit of that experience.

You have the right to fight the DUI charges and the loss of your driver’s license. You need an experienced, dedicated Los Angeles DUI attorney on your side to help mitigate the effects of this charge. We will carefully analyze the facts of your case to ensure that all applicable defenses are timely raised on your behalf. Every DUI case pits the DUI attorneys against the government and the police. And Mr. Pancer is no stranger to a fight against the government. His experience in State and Federal cases, which require opposing the immense resources of the FBI, Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office makes him an expert on the rights of the accused and the laws that govern how police interact with private citizens.

We prepare every case for trial because you can’t win them if you can’t try them. And nobody gets a good deal if the prosecutor knows you don’t try cases. In addition to numerous not guilty verdicts, hung juries and dismissals in DUI cases, Mr. Pancer has obtained these outcomes in cases from unlicensed driving to unlicensed contracting as varied as evading an officer, theft, grand theft, possession of ecstasy, possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana for sale, carrying a loaded firearm on one’s person, having a concealed firearm in a vehicle, trespass and battery.

Actual Cases Include:

People v. E.L.D:
Client was charged with evading an officer. She drove ten miles on the freeway after an officer activated his overhead lights and sirens and ordered her to pullover. She ended up being followed by approximately 14 police cars and a helicopter by the time the pursuit was over. Client was also charged with driving without a valid license. The case ended in a hung jury on both charges and the judge dismissed the case.

People v. D.W.:
Officers testified they followed behind client for about a mile and believed he was driving under the influence. They testified they pulled up right behind his car, they saw him step out of the driver seat, and they saw two other vehicle occupants step out of the passenger side. Client was arrested for DUI and his blood alcohol level tested at a .21%. Client and another occupant of the vehicle testified that client was not the person driving, and Mr. Pancer was able to persuade10 of the 12 jurors that client was not the driver. After a hung jury, 10 to 2 in favor of not guilty. The judge dismissed the case.

People v. A.C.:
A security officer from a hardware store testified he saw client acting suspiciously, followed him, and saw him reach onto a shelf holding copper pipe fittings. He testified he saw client take some items, place the items in his pocket and leave the store without paying. He testified that he forcibly detained client, who was trying to leave the store. There was video surveillance of client resisting the security officer and attempting to leave the store. The officer testified that he recovered the items in question from client’s pocket. Client testified he had actually brought the items into the store. All 12 jurors found client not guilty.

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LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

Aggressive Criminal Lawyers Defending Clients Accused of Misdemeanor, Felony, and Juvenile Crimes in Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties in California

At The Justice Firm, we understand that individuals often feel as if their lives have been turned upside down when arrested or charged with a crime. Our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys are highly familiar with the fears and concerns those accused of a crime experience. Our number one priority is to protect your legal rights and provide the guidance and support essential to help you put your life back on a positive path. We are dedicated to securing unsurpassed results, regardless of the crime you have been accused of committing.

Our team focuses primarily on criminal defense and immigration issues. While we place a high degree of importance on aggressive defense, we also believe in a caring, personal approach to our clients' unique needs. On its own, the criminal justice system is one which is neutral, and does not give you an advantage. Ultimately your reputation, freedom, career, and possibly your future rely on securing outstanding legal defense in the early stages. Our Orange County criminal defense lawyers have the skill, experience, and knowledge to assist you, however you must take action on your own behalf by contacting us now.

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Concentrating in Los Angeles and nearby counties in southern California, our criminal lawyers are capable of providing a quality, aggressive, and effective defense to individuals who are under investigation or have already been arrested or charged with any crime, however minor or serious it may seem. We will fight vigorously to protect you or a loved one from a conviction and the resulting criminal penalties, which often include jail/prison time.

We are prepared to devise a solid defense against all criminal charges whether state or federal, including:

Drunk driving
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Juvenile Crimes
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Arson
At The Justice Firm, we defend individuals who are alleged to have committed crimes throughout Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Ventura, and Riverside Counties and throughout southern California.

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With more than 15 years of experience and exceptional knowledge of California's criminal justice system, The Justice Firm is an outstanding choice for those in need of a capable and dedicated Los Angeles criminal defense attorney. We offer a free consultation, so contact us now at (310)914-2444.

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State Bar of California
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Who’s Who in American Law
Consumer Attorneys’ Association of Los Angeles
American Board of Trial Attorneys
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Attorney of the Year ’98, ’00, ’01 (by a Southern California Firm)
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Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer

An arrest of you or a loved one can be a confusing and worrisome time. You need guidance from a trusted and experienced lawyer who knows the local system, one who proactively works on immediate strategies and solutions. Your first step is to contact Gregory Caplan.

Mr. Caplan has helped 100s of clients explore creative alternatives, many of which he developed while working in law enforcement & prosecution.

Gregory Caplan listens carefully to clients, provides answers, & helps them evaluate their best options. Simply stated, you can trust him to help you.

Read what his clients have to say about his services, and learn about his strategies at: Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney, as well as in this article at: Overview of A Criminal Case.

Call Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer Gregory Caplan for a personal evaluation of your case, at 213-400-5355, and see how he can help you!

Gregory Caplan works tirelessly on behalf of clients. The extensive experience during his criminal law career encompasses 1000+ cases involving a wide range of criminal charges, focusing on exploring creative solutions for first-time offenders (see Los Angeles Diversion Program).

His legal experience includes 12+ years of employment at law enforcement and prosecuting agencies, as well as many years of private criminal law practice in the greater Los Angeles area. His tenure as a prosecutor helped build the solid foundation for his unique knowledge of the justice system, & provides him insight while developing creative strategies for clients' cases.

Mr. Caplan provides his clients high-quality legal services in pending and post-conviction cases, as a Los Angeles Probation Violation Attorney and a Los Angeles Expungement Attorney.

You can evaluate examples of his approaches and strategies throughout this site, as well as in specific pages below:

• Los Angeles Petty Theft Attorney
• Los Angeles Hit and Run Attorney

Call Mr. Caplan at 213-400-5355, to find out how he can help you, today!

*Case results in criminal cases depend on unique facts/law.

YOU NEED AN EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY TO PROVIDE THE BEST DEFENSE

YOU NEED AN EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY TO PROVIDE THE BEST DEFENSE

If you have, you must find the best attorney to minimize and/or eliminate any possible problem.  Criminal charges and any subsequent conviction has serious consequences which should be minimized with the help of an experienced attorney.  Just because you are being charged or accused of a crime does not mean that you don’t have options to avoid an unjust result.  Whether being accused of a felony or misdemeanor, have GLOTZER and SWEAT LLP, an experienced and knowledgeable office of aggressive attorneys, defend your rights in order to avoid any unjust consequences.

Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense

gary at board with pointerIf you or a family member has been charged with a crime, high-quality legal representation is essential from the moment you’re arrested. One of the biggest mistakes a person can make, no matter how ‘low’ the level of charges, is to move forward thinking they don’t need a lawyer. Even if you have done absolutely nothing wrong, knowledge of the criminal justice system is essential to navigating your way through it and to protecting yourself from the variety of circumstances that can happen throughout the process.

The Law Offices of Gary C. Eto have handled hundreds of criminal defense cases, focusing on client satisfaction as they work to achieve positive results for each client. They have represented a wide range of clients and types of cases, ranging from juvenile criminal defense to a multitude of adult crimes, from misdemeanors to felonies.