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Our Anaheim Office is located at:

Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc.
Anaheim Criminal Defense Attorneys and DUI Lawyers

160 North Riverview Drive, Suite 200
Anaheim, CA 92808
(714) 576-2861

Anaheim Criminal Defense Lawyers

The City of Anaheim was founded on March 18, 1876. As of 2010, the population was 336,265. This popular American city is well-known for Disneyland Resort which opened in 1955. Anaheim is home to the Los Angeles Angels baseball team and the Anaheim Ducks ice hockey club.

Helpful city resources:
Anaheim Police Department
425 S. Harbor Blvd,
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 765-1900

Anaheim City Hall
200 S. Anaheim Blvd,
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 765-4311

Central Library
500 W. Broadway,
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 765-1880

Attractions Around Anaheim, CA
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland Dr,
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 781-4636

Anaheim Packing District
440 S Anaheim Blvd,
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 533-7225

STC Anaheim Garden Walk
400 Disney Way,
Anaheim, CA 92802
(562) 695-1513

Yorba Regional Park
7600 E La Palma Ave,
Anaheim, CA 92807
(714) 973-6615

Oak Canyon Nature Center
6700 E. Walnut Canyon Rd,
Anaheim, CA 92807
(714) 998-8380

Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center
241 S. Anaheim Blvd,
Anaheim, CA 92805
(714) 956-8936

Crimes in Anaheim, California

Anaheim has its fair share of criminal activity. Near the intersection of W. Lincoln Ave and N. Harbor Blvd., most arrests are linked to drug/alcohol violations and assault. City Center is another area with a high crime rate where most arrests are for theft or assault.

Local Criminal Courts include:

Central Justice Center
700 Civic Center Drive West
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(657) 622-6878

Community Court
909 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(657) 622-5801

North Justice Center
1275 North Berkeley Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92832-1258
(657) 622-5600

West Justice Center
8141 13th Street
Westminster, CA 92683-4593
(657) 622-5900

At the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, our Anaheim criminal defense attorneys have experience in all areas of California criminal law. Whichever criminal court handles your case, our lawyers are familiar with the prosecutors, court, and its judges.

What Does an Anaheim Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?

Anaheim criminal defense attorneys perform many crucial tasks. They research the facts and investigate the circumstances surrounding their clients’ charges. They attempted to negotiate plea deals with prosecutors. As a result, they can sometimes obtain reduced bail, charges, or sentences. In fact, due to a burdened criminal justice system, making deals has become more common in recent years. If an agreement can’t be made, the lawyer will represent their client at trial. Other jobs an Anaheim criminal defense lawyer does include:

Examining witnesses
Creating pleas
Analyzing the prosecutor’s case against their client
Assessing the potential sentences
Reviewing search and seizure procedures
Gathering evidence
Advise of potential immigration consequences or the other consequences of a plea, conviction, or criminal record

What to Do if You Face Criminal Charges

When you learn that you are or could face criminal charges, it’s essential to take measures to protect yourself. If you don’t, you could end up doing something detrimental to your case, causing you to have penalties you otherwise could have avoided. Here’s what you should or shouldn’t do in these situations:

Hire an Anaheim Criminal Defense Lawyer

Even if you haven’t yet been charged with a crime, it’s beneficial to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Your attorney can help ensure that you take measures to protect yourself and decrease the chances of facing severe consequences. The sooner your attorney can begin working on your case, the better.

Don’t Talk to the Police
Even though people generally know this step, it’s not taken nearly as much as it should be. Of course, it’s natural to want to explain or defend yourself when questioned by police. However, they aren’t the judge or the jury. Trying to defend yourself against them won’t lead to anything positive for you. Whatever you say can be used against you by the police or prosecutor in your case in criminal proceedings. Save what you need to say for your Anaheim criminal defense attorney.

Don’t Consent to Anything
You are protected under the U.S. Constitution when it comes to police searching for evidence in private areas. To search you, your vehicle, or your home, the police must meet certain legal conditions. One of these conditions is consent. If you agree to let them search somewhere or something, you give them the legal right to do so, and any evidence they find can be used against you. Suppose they search without your consent or without meeting the required legal conditions. In that case, your Anaheim criminal defense attorney can work to ensure that they can’t use that particular evidence against you.

What to Do if You Are Arrested
If you are arrested, keep all of these points in mind. This is a scary and overwhelming time, but it doesn’t necessarily mean the police have a valid case against you. Police detectives often take advantage of this intimidating process to persuade you to give them information. They want additional information to build their case successfully. Don’t help them. Instead, exercise your rights to remain silent. As soon as you are able, reach out to your Anaheim criminal defense lawyer.

It may be tempting, but don’t talk to other inmates about your charges or any circumstances that may have to do with your charges. Other inmates frequently and easily give up information to law enforcement for their own benefit. In addition, you and your family members should be cautious when talking on the phone while you are in jail. Every phone conversation is recorded and can be used against you in your case.

Are You Facing Criminal Charges? Call an Experienced Anaheim Criminal Defense Attorney
Being under investigation or charged with a crime can often be a shocking and intimidating experience. You need someone you can rely on, someone who will stand up for your rights. An Anaheim criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of David S. Chesley can be that someone. Call us now at (714) 576-2861 to schedule your case consultation.

Recent Results

Our client faced multiple serious charges in Los Angeles County, including Penal Code § 211 (Robbery), § 245(a)(1) (Assault with a Deadly Weapon), and § 245(a)(4) (Assault with Force Likely to Cause Great Bodily Injury). Unlike a co-defendant represented by another firm who pled to a felony conviction with a "strike," our legal team pursued a different strategy. Through the submission of a comprehensive mitigation package to the District Attorney, we successfully negotiated a complete dismissal of all charges.
Our client faced serious charges under Penal Code section 211 for alleged felony robbery involving force and fear in Riverside County (Murrieta Court) . The prosecution argued that probation was not appropriate due to our client’s prior felony convictions in San Bernardino County, including a previous robbery in April 2021 and grand theft in November 2019. Despite the severity of these allegations, our legal team successfully demonstrated insufficient evidence during the preliminary hearing. As a result, all charges were dismissed. This outcome allowed our client to move forward without the burden of a new conviction.
Multiple defendants each facing 7 years charged with smuggling prescription drugs into California from Mexico our client was the only defendant who received NO JAIL TIME!
Client facing 5 years for possession of deadly weapon we negotiated a plea for NO JAIL TIME!
Client facing 3 life terms for multiple felony counts of Child Molestation and Sodomy with child we proved the charges were fabricated by victims mother DISMISSAL of all charges at preliminary hearing!
Strike case: Client charged with possession of methamphetamine facing 25 years we filed a Romero Motion which was granted case REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR!
Client's estranged girlfriend alleged Client broke into her room and choked her facing 14 years in State Prison we won at trial JURY ACQUITTAL.
Police allegedly discovered 3 bags of marijuana in client's glove box faced 6 years we filed a 1538.5 motion to suppress resulting in DISMISSAL of all charges!

What our clients say Client Testimonials

I am truly pleased with my experience with the Law Offices Of David S Chesley. They answered all my questions and provided me with great advice and legal services. My case resolved quickly. Thank you!
Rodrigo L.

I left court yesterday with my last case being wrapped up. Two court appearances and that’s it. He represented me in a couple of different cases and was impressive to say the least. Always a phone call or text message away. Confident and aggressive when he needed to be. Calming and thorough when meeting with me. Attorney Chesley did exactly what he said he would and I got the results I needed. He seemed to know all the right people at the Temple Street courthouse. You can always get in contact with him quickly and he is a great lawyer. I highly recommend his legal services.
Ricardo Esteves

My brother was given a very caring attorney that was assigned to his case and we had very helpful case managers throughout the process. I strongly recommend David Chesley to anyone who is in trouble. I called in to get help on my brothers case and right away I liked their service. My brothers charges were eventually dismissed after the attorney got him into a program, now he could go on without the trouble of having anything on his record
Erica Geller

I retained Mr. Chesley and his firm and from the beginning they were extremely professional both in communicating the status of my case to me, explaining the situation as a whole, and just downright taking care of business. It was money well spent for a job well done. Thanks again to David and Melissa others that worked on my case. I recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. Don’t just accept things the courts force on you, call this firm and protect yourself.
Elizabeth F.

I contacted Mr. Chesley and his firm because some unfortunate events had left me in a jam. Detectives were demanding I testify or be prosecuted for a crime I didn’t commit. (I wasn’t involved or even at the scene of the alleged crime when it supposedly took place.) Mr. Chesley explained to me that he had been through similar situations with his clients before and understood exactly what was going on. His response to what took place was nothing short of amazing. No matter how small my concern, Mr. Chesley addressed it in a timely manner. He advocated for what is right and empathized with me in dealing with the Court system. After meeting with the supervising D.A. and providing alibi evidence he was able to get me out the situation. I’m very grateful to have found him.
Leon Hanley

I hired David Chesley for my criminal defense in 2012. he was recommended to us for is success results and his low fees. David is very smart and his professional legal advice was honest & much appreciated during these stressful time. David’s knowledge, advice, and communication about what we were to expect was reassuring and beneficial to me. He charged me a reasonable flat rate and didn’t charge me any surprise fees. In my case David Chesley was able to negotiate with the prosecution attorney for the best result I could hope for. He had success at getting my criminal charges dismissed with the judges approval. You will not be disappointed if you hire The Law Offices of David S. Chesley.
Britanny Givens

David is very professional, yet very casual. Although it is typically not easy to speak straight up with an attorney, he is very easy to talk to. He replied to my questions quickly and was available all hours. Not only did he get my case resolved with a dismissal, he went above and beyond and got me an expungement without me even requesting it. He never beats around the bush and tells you like it is. At the same time is willing to work overtime to get the results you request. I would use David’s services again in the future.
Andrew A.

very satisfied being a client with the Law Offices of David Chesley.. Negin represented both my husband and I and got both our cases dis issued… Negin was on top of our cases she really cares and did everything she said she would do!!! thanks a lot Negin
Rita K.

I don’t write many reviews, however this time I had to share my admiration and appreciation for this firm. Attorney Negin Akhavan is definitely a person you want representing you in any criminal legal battle. She is the clear definition of the frace “is not what you know, but who you know ” she is not only knowledgeable, she also has the relationships with the right people. I couldn’t be happier with the results she was able to provide.

Thank you Negin.
Gabriel V.

An old felony charge came up, so I hired David and his team in June, and he got me a release on my own cognition on a felony charge in July which has never happened to me, and got it dismissed in October. He was responsive when I called and always kept me updated. Got my case dismissed, was easy to work and handled everything for me. He did an excellent job. I highly recommend David Chesley for any criminal defense.
Jason Corona

They really helped me out in a timely manner. I had a drug charge from 16 years ago and they dealt with it quickly. I can’t recommend them enough. If you have a criminal charges check them out they are awesome.
Santiago L.