Criminal Defense Rates
$2,500 for most misdemeanors
(Including DUI)
Misdemeanor Without Trial
Most cases do not go to trial; rather, the work is in appearing in court, analyzing the evidence, and negotiating the disposition on your behalf. In most misdemeanor cases, you are not required to appear personally in court if you have an attorney.
$4,500 for serious or complex misdemeanors
(Including domestic violence, sex offenses, and cases in specialty courts)
Misdemeanor With Trial
$7,500 - $15,000
Depending on the complexity of the case and anticipated length of trial.
Representation at DMV Proceedings
Regarding driver’s license suspension for DUI or otherwise
$1,000 or $500 as an add-on to a court case
Flat rate
Most Felonies Through Preliminary Hearing
Many cases settle or otherwise resolve at or before the preliminary hearing.
$7,500*
*Complex and/or serious cases will be more. Call for quote on all felony cases.
Most Felony Trials
Many cases settle or otherwise resolve at or before the preliminary hearing.
Most Felony Trials
Depends on anticipated length of trial.
*Complex and/or serious cases will be more.
Call for quote on all felony cases.
Petition for Dismissal of Case Under Penal Code section 1203.4 or 1203.4a
This is frequently referred to as an “expungement.” I will explain to you what this dismissal does and what it does not do.
$750 for misdemeanor case $995 for felony case
Motion for Early Termination of Probation
$995 for misdemeanor case $1,250 for felony case
A Professional Law Corporation
Ventura, CA 93003-9026