Westlake Village Criminal Defense Attorneys
Have you been charged with a criminal offense? Are you or a loved one facing jail time? Is there a possibility that you will have to play a fine that you cannot afford?
If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes’, then you should start by contacting a Westlake Village criminal defense attorney. An attorney practicing exclusively in California criminal defense will be able to help you navigate through the complex criminal proceedings and work to get a resolution most favorable to you.
When do you need a Westlake Village Criminal Defense Attorney?
If you have been charged with any of the following, then you should seek immediate legal advice:
- Drunk driving/DUI
- Drug crimes
- Domestic violence
- Sex crimes
- Violent crimes
- Theft crimes
- Marijuana possession & possession for sale
- Federal crimes
- Juvenile crimes
- White collar crimes
- Prostitution and solicitation
- Lewd conduct
- Probation violations
It is imperative that you contact an attorney immediately after the arrest or charge is essential because the criminal process is long and complex. Before your case even gets to trial there will be numerous hearings and steps that must occur, each of which having an effect on the outcome of your case. This is why you should have a criminal defense attorney on your side from the very beginning, at your arraignment. The arraignment is where you are required to plead guilty or not guilty to the charges being brought against you. If you have a retained criminal defense attorney, he can attend this in your place so you do not have to take time off of work.
You may also be facing a bail hearing, where the judge will determine how much it will cost you to stay out of jail during the course leading up to the trial (which could take months, if not years!). Your bail will be determined based on such factors as your criminal history, the facts about your case, your ties to Westlake Village and the severity of the crime. Your criminal defense attorney will know what the judge is looking for in making this decision and thus will be able to craft an argument for a reasonable bail amount for you.
As you can see, even well before your trial, having an experienced Westlake Village criminal defense attorney like the Law Offices of Jonathan I. Kelman on your side is essential. Remember, when your future is on the line, call the Law Offices of Jonathan I. Kelman at 310.286.1218 for your free initial consultation.