Felonies & Misdemeanors

Fearless and Tenacious: Your Guardians Against Felonies and Misdemeanors

When Facing Felony or Misdemeanor Charges, You Need a Battle-Ready Ally

At Jesse J. Garcia Attorney at Law, we are your fortress in the legal storm. With decades of experience and deep knowledge of Northern California's courts, we can defend you against felony and misdemeanor charges.

Our attorney are skilled at spotting gaps in the prosecution's arguments and using them to your advantage. Whether it's a wobbler crime, a felony, or a misdemeanor, we develop strategies to reduce or dismiss charges. Call (510) 782-7580 today for a free consultation. Se Habla Español!

When Do I Need a Misdemeanor Defense Attorney?

If you've been charged or arrested for a misdemeanor, contact an experienced defense attorney immediately. At Jesse J. Garcia Attorney at Law, we work quickly to:

Minimize your risk of conviction.
Protect your rights and identify any violations during your arrest.
Offer immediate defense options to dismiss or reduce charges.

For wobbler offenses, which can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony, we work to have the charges reduced wherever possible.

Ways We Can Reduce Your Sentence

Get Seasoned Misdemeanor Defense in Northern CA

Do you believe your rights were violated? Need immediate representation? Want to expunge charges from your record?

At Jesse J. Garcia Attorney at Law, we believe a misdemeanor should not define your future. From first-time offenses to reducing felony convictions, we offer reliable defense representation. If you've been accused of a crime, contact us now. We proudly serve Oakland, Dublin, Modesto, Pleasanton, Stockton, and San Jose.

What Crimes Are Felonies in California?

Nearly any crime could result in a felony conviction, depending on the circumstances. Judges consider factors such as your criminal record and the severity of the offense. Contacting a felony defense attorney in Northern CA as soon as possible is crucial.

Common felony crimes include:

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Driving Under the Influence

DUIs, OWIs, and DWIs may be charged as felonies, even for first-time offenses, depending on the circumstances.

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Theft

Robbery, shoplifting, burglary, and identity theft can be prosecuted as felonies. Prosecutors must prove intent, and our attorney work to protect you by challenging intent.

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Assault and Battery

You may face felony charges for assault or domestic violence, even without physical contact. Contact can elevate the charge to the battery.

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Homicide

Charges include murder, attempted murder, and manslaughter.

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Life as a Felon Is Not So Rosy – Let Us Help You Avoid It

A felony conviction can impact your future, limiting rights and privileges such as:

Getting Hired

Voting in Elections

Obtaining Approval for Loans

Owning Guns

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Prior Convictions & California's Three-Strike Law

California's three-strikes law significantly increases prison sentences for individuals with two or more prior felony convictions. If you face felony charges, immediately contact Jesse J. Garcia Attorney at Law.

Facing Criminal Charges? What Should You Do?

If you're under investigation or facing felony charges, you should act immediately to protect your rights. Felony convictions carry a high success rate for prosecutors, so don't gamble on a public defender. Let us protect your future and ensure the charges don't define your life.

What Does a California Felony Crime Attorney Do?

Our Northern CA criminal defense attorney work tirelessly to help clients avoid conviction. We challenge the prosecution's narrative by:

Highlighting facts that dispute intent.
Scrutinizing evidence.
Speaking with witnesses.

Our attorney can help with the following:

Proactive Intervention

Pretrial intervention can work in your favor. We can recommend actions that may lead to a favorable outcome.

Keeping Your Record Clean

A felony offense can stay on your record, but many crimes can be expunged. Under California Penal Code 1203.4, we can petition to seal or dismiss charges from your record.

Motion to Reduce a Felony to a Misdemeanor in California

In certain situations, a motion can reduce a felony conviction to a misdemeanor. During a hearing, we emphasize the positive aspects of your background while addressing any past issues. Pretrial programs are often a viable alternative to incarceration.

Wobbler offenses (e.g., DUIs with injury, grand theft, or fraud) have a better chance of being reduced.

A clean record increases your chances of having charges reduced.

The circumstances surrounding your offense—such as minimal personal injury—can influence the motion's success.

Completing probation, including paying restitution, can work in your favor.

Some people think that a misdemeanor conviction will not result in serious penalties. However, it is important to know that even a first-time misdemeanor conviction could mean a year in jail. Shoplifting, disorderly conduct, probation violations, and petty theft are some common misdemeanors. These allegations can be serious, especially if prosecutors trump up charges to a felony. Our attorney can build a defense to minimize the penalties and protect your interests.

Call Our Felony Defense Attorney for a Free Consultation

At Jesse J. Garcia Attorney at Law, our success stems from decades of experience handling felony and misdemeanor cases throughout Northern CA, including Oakland, Dublin, Modesto, Pleasanton, and beyond.

We know the legal system inside and out, and our bilingual staff is available 24/7 to review your case. Contact us for a free consultation at (510) 782-7580 or online today.