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Our Ontario Office is located at:

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

3200 East Guasti Road, Suite 100
Ontario, CA 91761
(909) 266-1468

Ontario Criminal Defense Attorney

Thirty-five miles east of downtown Los Angeles lies Ontario, California. Ontario is an industrial city in San Bernardino County. While it does not have the tourism draws of some other areas within the metropolitan Los Angeles areas, it is a critical hub of Southern California’s infrastructure. Ontario International Airport is the fifteenth busiest airport in the nation in terms of cargo. This high volume comes from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, which ferry cargo to the rest of the country via the Ontario International Airport. Ontario has a busy population of 163,924 as of the 2010 census. This figure demonstrated an increase from 158,007 during the 2010 census. Ontario’s growing population continues to stay busy in the bustling hub of Southern California industry.

If you have been arrested in Ontario, California, you are likely facing serious criminal penalties. Fortunately, the Ontario criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of David Chesley are here to help. To schedule a free case evaluation with a member of our team, call our office today.

Here are some websites with helpful information about local Ontario resources:
City of Ontario Police Department
2500 S Archibald Avenue
Ontario, CA 91761
Phone: (909) 395-2001

Ontario City Hall
303 East B Street
Ontario, CA 91764
Telephone: (909) 395- 2000

Ontario Library
Lewis Family Branch
3850 East Riverside Drive
Ontario, CA 91761-2603
Telephone: 909-395-2014

Ovitt Family Community Library
215 East C Street
Ontario, CA 91764-41
Telephone: 909-395-2004

Attractions
Planes of Fame Air Museum
(inside the Chino Airport)
14998 Cal Aero Drive
Chino, CA 91710
Telephone: (909) 597-3722

Ontario Improv
4555 Mills Circle
Ontario, CA 91764
Telephone: (909) 484-5411

Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park
800 N Archibald Avenue
Ontario, CA 91764
Telephone: (909) 481-4205

Crime in Ontario
According to City Data, Ontario has a crime rate higher than 77.2 percent of U.S. cities. This rate is commensurate with other crime rates in surrounding areas within the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area. Unfortunately, City Data also reports that Ontario has seen an increase in violent crime. The homicide rate increased by 40 percent between 2018 and 2019. In spite of this, Ontario has also had a decrease in property crimes and an 8 percent decrease in the overall crime rate between 2018 and 2019.

Courthouses in Ontario
Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino
Rancho Cucamonga District
8303 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
TDD/TTY (909) 285-3520
Criminal (909) 350-9764
Document Control (909) 285-3539

The experienced criminal defense attorneys at The Law Offices of David S. Chesley have appeared in courts throughout San Bernardino, Ventura, and Los Angeles counties. We have worked with many judges and prosecutors to get fair resolutions for our clients’ cases. We know how to protect a defendant’s constitutional rights at every step of the criminal case process.

FAQ About the Right to Counsel
Thanks to popular television shows and movies, most Americans are familiar with the Miranda Rights. The Miranda Rights are recited to an individual being arrested so the individual knows of their right to counsel and the fact that they are entitled to an attorney even if they cannot afford one. But the right to counsel is far more complex than these two simple statements. It is important to understand your rights so that you can protect them during a criminal investigation. Here are some of the most common questions our Ontario defense lawyers are asked about the right to counsel.

Where does the right to counsel come from?
The Constitution provides the right to counsel in the Sixth Amendment. For centuries, this only applied to criminal matters in the federal courts. It was only in 1963 that the Supreme Court extended the right to counsel to the state courts, as well. This same decision (Gideon v. Wainwright) also held that the right to counsel meant attorneys must be provided to criminal defendants who could not pay for them.

This case established the right to counsel during court proceedings. But what about the right to counsel during a criminal investigation? You have the right to assert your right to silence and refuse to answer officers’ questions until you have consulted with an attorney. This right is so important that the Supreme Court required every defendant to be advised of it before being subjected to questioning while in police custody. These are the famous Miranda Rights. By requiring police officers to advise suspects of these rights, the Supreme Court intended to protect suspects from accidentally incriminating themselves (in violation of their Fifth Amendment rights) or by speaking to police without getting legal advice (in violation of their Sixth Amendment rights).

Do I have the right to switch attorneys?
You have the right to hire the attorney of your choice. You may also choose to hire a different attorney if you choose to do so. If you cannot afford an attorney and ask the court to assign a public defender, you will likely not have a choice in who is assigned to your case. You may also be unable to switch to a different public defender if your assigned attorney does not have experience in your particular charges, which illustrates just one of the many reasons it is worth the money to hire your own defense lawyer.

Is it worth the investment to hire an experienced Ontario defense attorney?
The Constitution guarantees the right to counsel. It does not guarantee the right to the best possible attorney for your case. Public defenders work very hard on a huge number of cases. They do not have the resources necessary to fully investigate all potential legal issues in every case they handle. They are also not required to specialize in any given area of criminal law, meaning that your public defender might not have experience handling your unique type of case. All of these problems make it less likely that your case can be resolved with a favorable outcome. When you hire The Law Offices of David S. Chesley, you know that our attorneys have the time and resources necessary to dedicate to your case in order to achieve the best possible resolution to the charges you are facing.

Call Us Today to Schedule a Free Case Evaluation with an Ontario Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you or someone you love has been arrested in the Ontario area, The Law Offices of David S. Chesley can defend your legal rights. Our experienced lawyers have defended all types of criminal charges filed in courts throughout Ontario, Ventura, and San Bernardino. Clients across Southern California trust our skilled team to defend their legal rights. We will fight hard for you, too.

Call our Ontario offices at (909) 748-5272 or contact us online today to schedule your case review. Don’t wait any longer to get the legal advice you deserve. The sooner you have an experienced Ontario defense attorney on your side, the better protected your legal rights will be.

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.