Vista Criminal Defense Attorney

Arrested for committing a crime?

A Vista criminal defense lawyer should be contacted immediately if you have been charged with committing a misdemeanor, felony or federal offense. This includes cases involving white collar crimes like credit card fraud, embezzlement, bribery, perjury, money laundering, mail fraud, bank fraud, insurance fraud and racketeering; DUI and multiple DUI; drug crimes such as possession of drug paraphernalia, drug sales and distribution, drug possession, domestic violence, transportation, possession with intent to sell, drug manufacturing, and trafficking; violent crimes including carjacking, false imprisonment, assault, arson and assault with a deadly weapon; sex crimes such as rape, indecent exposure and sex with a minor, Internet crimes including Internet fraud, hacking , cyber stalking and the distribution and downloading of child pornography; and theft crimes like robbery, receiving stolen property, grand theft auto, burglary, grand theft and petty theft. A guilty verdict in a criminal case can result in many different types of penalties, including incarceration, fines, asset seizure, driver's license suspension and sex offender registration in cases involving sexual misconduct. A defense attorney will look for ways to mitigate the charges against you, and may even be able to pursue a case dismissal if the evidence against you is weak. You should retain the services of a qualified lawyer as soon as you can so that the appropriate steps can be taken regarding your defense. Any delays can make it more difficult to find witnesses, which can affect the outcome of your case.

Criminal Accusations in Vista

Have you been charged with a violent crime? Criminal cases involving injuries and fatalities are considered extremely serious and will be aggressively prosecuted. If you are found guilty of the charges, not only will you facing stiff sentencing such as incarceration in a state prison, your offense may also be considered a strike under the state's Three Strikes law. If this is your third strike, your punishment will be life imprisonment. An attorney at the Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen can investigate your arrest and determine the best course of action regarding your case. The firm has a successful criminal defense track record, and can give you legal advice and guidance that will be extremely beneficial and may help you avoid a guilty verdict.

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Contact a Vista criminal defense attorney for committed representation if you have been charged with a criminal offense.