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Mission Viejo Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Provinziano & Associates

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  • 27201 Puerta Real, Suite 300, Mission Viejo, CA 92691+6 locations

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers1 award

  • Former Deputy District Attorney Now Serving the Counties of San Bernardino and Orange.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody Litigation, and 9 more

  • Free Consultation

Alphonse Francis Provinziano
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Estelle & Kennedy A Professional Law Corporation

4.5
35 Reviews

  • 26522 La Alameda, Ste. 285, Mission Viejo, CA 92691+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers1 award

  • Offices in LA and Upland serving all of Southern California. Over 13 years of experience focusing on what matters to our clients... results.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 205 more

Michael L. Kennedy
Criminal Law Lawyer
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The Law Office of Sharla L. Evert

4.7
17 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • If you have questions about establishing an Estate Plan or need help regarding a Business, Civil, Criminal, Entertainment Law or Family Law legal issue call Attorney Sharla Evert -... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersEstate Planning, Trusts and Estates, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

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Sharla Evert
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Fergus, A Law Office

5.0
2 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Experience and Judgment To Help You Enforce Your Privacy, Copyright And Trade Secret Rights.

  • Criminal Law LawyersIntellectual Property, Copyrights, and 2 more

Gary S. Fergus
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H Bui Law Firm

5.0
4 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers1 award

  • We are a full-service firm with lawyers committed to representing clients in a wide range of legal matters from Family Law, Divorce to Civil matters.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Marriage, and 44 more

  • Free Consultation

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Bichhanh (Hannah) Bui
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Lurie, Zepeda, Schmalz, Hogan & Martin, APC

4.8
33 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers1 award

  • Your Case. Our Strategy. Problem Solved.

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, and 8 more

Cameron J. Grant
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Andrea Cook & Associates A Law Corporation

4.8
6 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Aggressive. Creative. Experienced Lawyers in Long Beach, California At the offices of Andrea Cook & Associates, our clients are as varied as the types of claims we confidently... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersWrongful Termination, Discrimination, and 31 more

Andrea L. Cook
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Jacoby & Meyers Accident & Injury Lawyers

4.3
38 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 24 lawyers3 awards

  • No fees unless we win.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Car Accidents, and 27 more

  • Free Consultation

Len Jacoby
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Peter Hardin Law

5.0
5 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Peter Hardin Law is a full-service criminal defense and Marsy’s Law victims’ rights law firm headquartered in Orange County, California. Our experienced attorneys represent... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersFederal White Collar Defense, California Financial Crime Defense, and 1 more

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Peter Hardin
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Law Office of Jimmy Cha

5.0
120 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer4 awards

  • When your future is on the line, you want someone who deals only with criminal defense. I've dedicated my whole career helping those who have been accused of committing a... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, DUI, and 18 more

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Jimmy Cha
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Van Dyke & Associates, APLC

4.7
22 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • We are a boutique law firm serving Southern California with the skill and experience to achieve successful results in litigation relating to probate issues, trust administration,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersTrusts & Estates Litigation, Probate Appellate Law, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

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Alexander Nunez
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Law Offices of Marshall Silberberg

4.9
34 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Committed Advocates for Victims of Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Across Orange CountyAt the Law Office of Marshall Silberberg, we are dedicated to fighting for the... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Aviation Accidents, and 44 more

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William Collins
Partner
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Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, PC

4.5
2 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers2 awards

  • Over 50 Million Recovered--Our firm is experienced in injury matters & understands the difficult time you're going through. We'll guide you through the process and... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersAirbnb Accident, Amazon Delivery Truck Accident, and 51 more

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Elias K. Fakhoury
Associate
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Ferruzzo & Ferruzzo, LLP

4.8
37 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 21 lawyers2 awards

  • Established in 1981 by the dynamic duo of siblings, Tom Ferruzzo and Jim Ferruzzo, Ferruzzo & Ferruzzo, LLP has traversed an unconventional path to become a distinguished legal... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCorporate Law, New Vehicle Dealership Specialty, and 9 more

Orlando Flores
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Greene, Broillet & Wheeler, LLP

5.0
13 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers2 awards

  • Embracing Clients as Family: Unyielding Pursuit of Justice At Greene Broillet & Wheeler, LLP, we take immense pride in our cohesive and tight-knit community. Our team of Los... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury & Wrongful Death, Catastrophic Injuries, and 54 more

  • Free Consultation

Mark Quigley
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L. Dominic Chacon

5.0
2 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • We are a firm that focuses on Family and Criminal defense. You will work with Mr. Chacon personally. Located in West Covina and handle cases at all courts in L.A., Orange,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 60 more

  • Free Consultation

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L. Dominic Chacon
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Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin

5.0
199 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • SoCal's Top Rated DUI Attorney. Former Prosecutor with 30+ Years’ Experience. Call 24/7 Free Consultation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Assault and Battery, and 36 more

  • Free Consultation

Jonathan Franklin
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Chudnovsky Law

4.9
118 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Award-winning team of Criminal Defense, DUI, and Professional License Lawyers with over 100 years experience handling 10,000+ cases. Former DA ▸ FREE Consultation

  • Criminal Law LawyersFelonies, Misdemeanors, and 30 more

  • Free Consultation

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Robert Weinberg
Criminal Law Lawyer
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The Law Office of Payab & Associates

5.0
306 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Employment & Personal Injury Attorneys

  • Criminal Law LawyersEmployment Law, Affirmative Action, and 106 more

David Payab Esq.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP

5.0
22 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 58 lawyers4 awards

  • We are an entrepreneurial law firm that tackles tough questions head-on. We are built by business owners, for business owners. Bold, practical solutions from 80+ attorneys across... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersAdministrative Law, Artificial Intelligence, and 20 more

Bart Eagle
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Peter Johnson Law

5.0
25 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Peter Johnson Law has been a steadfast advocate for individuals and businesses facing serious legal challenges for over two decades. Led by Peter Johnson, the firm focuses on... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Drug Crime, and 3 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Appointments Available

Peter Johnson
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Stone & Sallus LLP

5.0
17 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • We practice law as a tool to advance your business objectives and to reduce your legal problems when they become a burden. We provide comprehensive legal solutions to the extent... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Law, Real Estate Law, and 21 more

Michael Ruttle
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Silverman Family Law, APC

4.2
19 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Alan R. Silverman Ph.D., is Certified as a Family law Specialist by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Child Custody, and 44 more

Alan R. Silverman
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Estelle & Kennedy A Professional Law Corporation

4.5
35 Reviews

  • Serving Mission Viejo, CA and Orange County, California

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers1 award

  • Offices in LA and Upland serving all of Southern California. Over 13 years of experience focusing on what matters to our clients... results.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 111 more

Michael L. Kennedy
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Hertz Law Firm

  • Mission Viejo, CA 92690

Law Offices of Stephen K. Leathers

  • Mission Viejo, CA 92690

Law Office of Dyke E. Huish

  • 26161 Marguerite Parkway, Ste. B, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Rodger Carey Attorney at Law

  • 23120 Alicia Pkwy., Ste. 200, Mission Viejo, CA 92692-1212

Song Family Law, APLC

  • 27201 Puerta Real Suite 300, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Law Office of Nick DePrisco

  • 27702 Crown Valley Parkway 318, Suite D4, Mission Viejo, CA 92694

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I fight an MIP charge if I was not drinking or under the influence?

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Answered by attorney Michael Lawrence Chastaine (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Chastaine Jones
Short answer is yes you have a chance of winning. I would want to see the reports. This sounds like the type of case that might not be charged by the DA.
Short answer is yes you have a chance of winning. I would want to see the reports. This sounds like the type of case that might not be charged by the DA.
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What are the consequences of having a BAC of .18 in Los Angeles?

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Answered by attorney Terry Alan Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Nelson & Lawless
What are the consequences of having a BAC of .18 in Los Angeles? The same as anywhere else in CA, enhanced penalties upon conviction, since that is more than double the legal limit. You face up to a year in jail, plus all the other penalties you've heard about. The honest answer is that no attorney can predict the outcome, nor even give an intelligent opinion, without reviewing and knowing all the charges, evidence, police reports, expected testimony, priors history, etc. With all that said, if you have no prior DUI convictions, and there was no accident or injury involved, your attorney may be able to keep you out of jail on this with a plea bargain. Unless you go to trial and win an acquittal, you face thousands of dollars in fines and court costs, suspension of license, alcohol programs, etc. You are always entitled to represent yourself in court. Whether you should is a different issue. The conventional wisdom is that an attorney will be able to do a better job and get a better outcome. Prosecutors and judges don't like dealing with ProPers, unless you are simply pleading guilty, not defending the case. A little free advice: When arrested for DUI, whether alcohol or drugs, then upon release from jail or booking the defendant is given documents that include a notice that you have only ten days to file a request with DMV for a hearing on an appeal of the automatic suspension of your license imposed by DMV upon your arrest. That is separate and runs consecutively with any suspension that may be imposed by the DMV, or the court upon conviction. Contact DMV and do so, timely if you think you have grounds for appeal, then appear at your scheduled DMV appeal hearing and present any supporting evidence and testimony. If you don't know how to do these things effectively, then hire an attorney that does. When charged with any crime, the proper questions are, can any evidence obtained in a test, search or confession be used against you, can you be convicted, and what can you do? Raise all appropriate defenses with whatever witnesses, evidence and sympathies are available for legal arguments, for evidence suppression or other motions, or for trial. If you don't know how to represent yourself effectively against an experienced prosecutor intending to convict, then hire an attorney who does, who will try to get a charge reduction, diversion, program, or other decent outcome through plea bargain, or take it to trial if appropriate. If serious about hiring counsel to help in this, and if the charges are in SoCal courts, feel free to contact me. I'll be happy to help fight this and get the best outcome possible, using whatever defenses there may be. Fees will have to be discussed and agreed upon, but mine are within the range of "normal" and comparable to other attorneys.
What are the consequences of having a BAC of .18 in Los Angeles? The same as anywhere else in CA, enhanced penalties upon conviction, since that is more than double the legal limit. You face up to a year in jail, plus all the other penalties you've heard about. The honest answer is that no attorney can predict the outcome, nor even give an intelligent opinion, without reviewing and knowing all the charges, evidence, police reports, expected testimony, priors history, etc. With all that said, if you have no prior DUI convictions, and there was no accident or injury involved, your attorney may be able to keep you out of jail on this with a plea bargain. Unless you go to trial and win an acquittal, you face thousands of dollars in fines and court costs, suspension of license, alcohol programs, etc. You are always entitled to represent yourself in court. Whether you should is a different issue. The conventional wisdom is that an attorney will be able to do a better job and get a better outcome. Prosecutors and judges don't like dealing with ProPers, unless you are simply pleading guilty, not defending the case. A little free advice: When arrested for DUI, whether alcohol or drugs, then upon release from jail or booking the defendant is given documents that include a notice that you have only ten days to file a request with DMV for a hearing on an appeal of the automatic suspension of your license imposed by DMV upon your arrest. That is separate and runs consecutively with any suspension that may be imposed by the DMV, or the court upon conviction. Contact DMV and do so, timely if you think you have grounds for appeal, then appear at your scheduled DMV appeal hearing and present any supporting evidence and testimony. If you don't know how to do these things effectively, then hire an attorney that does. When charged with any crime, the proper questions are, can any evidence obtained in a test, search or confession be used against you, can you be convicted, and what can you do? Raise all appropriate defenses with whatever witnesses, evidence and sympathies are available for legal arguments, for evidence suppression or other motions, or for trial. If you don't know how to represent yourself effectively against an experienced prosecutor intending to convict, then hire an attorney who does, who will try to get a charge reduction, diversion, program, or other decent outcome through plea bargain, or take it to trial if appropriate. If serious about hiring counsel to help in this, and if the charges are in SoCal courts, feel free to contact me. I'll be happy to help fight this and get the best outcome possible, using whatever defenses there may be. Fees will have to be discussed and agreed upon, but mine are within the range of "normal" and comparable to other attorneys.
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Can a Non-Violent Felon move into my home if I own a firearm?

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Answered by attorney Craig W Elhart (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Craig W. Elhart, PC
A convicted felon cannot be in possession of a firearm. She would have to make sure that she was not in possession. If she was in your home and knew the gun was there, she may have a problem. Since the conviction is over 5 years old and if it is the only conviction, why not move for expungement?
A convicted felon cannot be in possession of a firearm. She would have to make sure that she was not in possession. If she was in your home and knew the gun was there, she may have a problem. Since the conviction is over 5 years old and if it is the only conviction, why not move for expungement?
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