Montebello Criminal Defense Lawyer
Former Prosecutor Fights for the Defense
Are you facing criminal charges in Montebello? The most urgent issue to solve is your legal representation. A Montebello criminal attorney from the Law Office of James Mendez is prepared to evaluate your case and advise you what can be done for your defense. Attorney James Mendez has a great deal of trial experience - on both sides of the aisle. Prior to establishing his private practice, he served as Deputy District Attorney for LA County. This background gives him great insight into how to best plan an effective defense. How juries view a case is the critical issue, and the presentation for the defense must have an impact on them with regard to the evidence in the case. The burden of proof always lies with the prosecutor, and crafting an effective and compelling defense case takes time, work and talent. It is important that the firm gets involved in the defense of your case as early as possible.
The firm practices only criminal defense, and is focused on defending both misdemeanors and felonies. The attorney is very familiar with presenting a case for the defense in a range of criminal accusations, including assault, domestic violence, and other violent crimes. He defends all types of drug crimes, DUI offenses, and sexual crimes. If you are seeking an expungement, he can help you clean your criminal record. Whether your case involves criminal accusations involving hit and run, your child is facing legal trouble in juvenile crimes, or probation violations, he should evaluate your case at once. Charges related to a theft, such as burglary, robbery or other offense should be defended by a skilled attorney. The state has heavy penalties for all types of criminal offenses, and the jails and prisons are overcrowded with those who have been convicted of a range of crimes. Yes, the prosecutor wants to convict you, as is their duty. That does not mean that something cannot be done to fight back, and Attorney Mendez is prepared to offer defense counsel that knows trial law intimately.
Criminal Defense Attorney in Montebello
If you or a loved one has been arrested and charged, or is the target of a police investigation, you must ensure that your rights are protected. Exercise your right to remain silent, and do not allow law enforcement into your home or engage in answering questions until you have legal counsel there to protect you. There are innocent people serving time right now, simply because they failed to have an effective criminal lawyer on their side. Don't take chances with your freedom. Call the firm today.
Contact a Montebello criminal defense lawyer from the Law Office of James Mendez if you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges.