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Criminal Defense Lawyer Victorville, CA

Criminal defense lawyers in Victorville, CA. Everyone in Victorville, CA, hopes that they'll never need a criminal defense attorney. Maybe you broke a law that you weren't aware of. Maybe the alleged victim is making the allegations up, or you had a momentary lapse in judgement. Or maybe a loved one was arrested, and you're searching for a Victorville, CA, criminal defense lawyer to help you understand what's going on.

No matter what charges you're up against, the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc. is prepared to go to bat for you. We have over 25 of the top criminal defense attorneys in California, and our results speak for themselves. Reach out by phone at (800) 755-5174 or reach out to us online for a free consultation on your case.

Why You Need a Victorville, CA, Criminal Defense Lawyer NOW

Waiting to hire an attorney can be detrimental to your case. While you're waiting, the investigators are putting together a case against you. California is known for being very harsh in sentencing, and any advantage the state gets could make the difference in avoiding a conviction or prison time.

Even worse, the longer you wait to hire an attorney, the more chances you have to inadvertently give the state evidence you'd rather keep to yourself. If you speak to the police on your own, underestimate the charges, or talk with friends and family about your case, you could be inadvertently making it harder on yourself.

Contacting a Victorville, CA, criminal defense lawyer early is important for your freedom. Doing it right away can even save you from the charges going to court. fighting for your freedom early, challenging evidence, and leveraging their relationship with the prosecutor, your attorney may be able to get the charges dropped or dismissed.

If you've been arrested, it doesn't matter the day or time – call us now. At the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc., we're always prepared for your call and will start working on your defense right away.

How Our Victorville, CA, Criminal Defense Lawyers Help You

We believe that criminal defense lawyers have an obligation not only to represent you in court, but to get to know your case from your perspective. Because we take the time to get to know you, we both build a defense based around your situation and act in the best interest of your wellbeing and your life.

We will go about your case by:

  • Learning about your case from all angles – we look at the police investigation, our conversations with you, and our own inquiries into your case all give us an intimate understanding of it.
  • Create a rock-solid defense by filing motions to suppress evidence, consulting subject matter experts, and challenging the state's subpoenas.
  • Stand by you in court if the case needs to go to trial. We fight to remove biased jurors, discredit the state's witnesses in cross–examination, and demonstrate reasonable doubt.
  • Negotiate with the state for plea deals. After weakening the prosecution's case, you're more likely to receive an offer of a plea deal with a lesser sentence.
  • Advocate for lesser sentences both during plea negotiations and after the trial. We'll show why you're deserving of probation or a shorter sentence.
  • Helping you move on with your life after a court case. We help with the expungement, sealing, and destruction of arrest and criminal records. Don't be passive with your record and reputation.

Victorville, CA, Criminal Defense Practice Areas for the Law Offices of David S. Chesley

The Law Offices of David S. Chesley practices criminal defense for several case types, and are are prepared to fight for your rights in any Victorville, CA, criminal defense case. Our criminal defense attorneys specialize in:

Traffic Charges

If you're facing traffic charges, it could be from one of a variety of alleged actions while on the road. Sometimes it's something simple, like driving without a license, but it can also include higher profile charges like DUIs or Hit and Runs. Some of the most common Victorville, CA, traffic charges we defend are:

Violent Offense Charges

Violent crime charges cover a wide range of alleged offenses, and all of them are serious. They range from assault to resisting arrest. Here are some of the violent offense charges we can defend you against:

Drug Charges

Drug charges in Victorville, CA, mostly come down to possessing a controlled substance, possessing paraphernalia, and/or trying to sell it. California's controlled substances list is long and covers anything from marijuana to opioids. We defend against charges related to the following substances and alleged actions:

Theft Charges

Victorville, CA, theft charges vary greatly depending on the alleged act. Sentences are more severe for forceful or violent theft, such as robbery. We provide defense for all of the below theft charges, in addition to others:

Sex Crime Charges

Sex crimes can be treated even harsher than violent crimes. They can involve either the commission of a sexual act, certain communications, or the consumption of some pornographic materials. We defend those accused of the following sex crimes:

Murder Charges

Murder charges are some of the most serious you can face in Victorville, CA. The punishment is severe, even for unintentional or unsuccessful attempts, meaning that you need a Victorville, CA, defense attorney with extensive experience at your side. These are some of the murder charges that we can help you defend against:

Contact our lawyers for any criminal defense charges and we'll let you know how we can help.

What To Look For in Your Victorville, CA, Criminal Defense Lawyer

It's important to pick the right Victorville, CA, criminal defense lawyer to defend your charges. There are lots of options out there, but there's a wide range of quality. Choosing the right criminal defense attorney is vital to creating the right defense for your case. And these are the factors you'll want to look for:

  • Experience – ideally as both defense and prosecution attorneys.
  • Relationships With Local Courts – to leverage in negotiations.
  • Knowledge of Your Charges – previously worked on cases with the same charges that you're facing.
  • Good Reputation – seen in reviews and accolades.
  • Responsiveness and Availability – you want a lawyer who listens and a firm that's always available.
  • Transparent Costs – look for someone who can give you a free consult and cost estimate.

How We Fight in the Victorville, CA, Court System to Protect Your Freedom:

Our approach for every case is to build a staunch, powerful defense from day one. We don't sit passively by while the prosecution builds up evidence against you; we're always looking for ways to improve your defense, and are with you throughout the legal process, petrifying the state and persuading the jury.

When you call our Victorville, CA, criminal defense lawyers, get started on building your defense. Here are some common steps we take for major criminal defense cases:

  1. Research Your Case – We listen to you and do our own research to craft a strong defense.
  2. Fight For Early Dismissal – Either at a pre–filing investigation conference or a preliminary hearing, we try to end the case early, before it goes to trial.
  3. Argue To Get You Out of Jail Before the Trial – At a bail hearing, we show why you should be freed in the meantime before a trial, and minimize the bail you'll need to post to get your freedom back.
  4. Communicate With the Prosecution – We'll look for a plea deal that you can decide to take.
  5. Defend You at Trial – Using the defense we built while first learning about your case, we'll break down the prosecution's argument at trial and show reasonable doubt to the jury.
  6. Represent You for Sentencing and Appeals – Depending on the outcome of the trial, we will argue for lenient sentencing and can file appeals to give you the justice you deserve.

Why Choose Our Victorville, CA, Criminal Defense Lawyers:

The Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc., features a group of former prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement officers who have turned their talents to criminal defense. We have over five decades of courtroom experience. We know the way the prosecution builds its case, and we can take advantages of the weaknesses we know are in their strategies.

Because we have long relationships with state officials across California, we can get a favorable plea deal and avoid most trials entirely. And if your case does end up going before a jury, we're prepared to defend you with a staunch defensive strategy.

We've received acclaim from both clients and experts. We handle all types of serious crimes, and have a large team of the best criminal defense attorneys in California. We don't surprise you with fees, and our phones are available around the clock if you have any questions or there's an emergency.

Call the Law Offices of David S. Chesley Now – Your Freedom Depends On It

When you're facing charges in Victorville, CA, it's critical to have a powerful defense. You need a leading criminal defense attorney to protect you. You need the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc.

Our team of expert criminal defense lawyers is ready for your case. Call now – while you're waiting to hire an attorney, the prosecution is building a case against you. Call (800) 755-5174 or contact us online to start building your defense the minute we get in touch.

We also provide the following legal services in Victorville, CA:

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  • 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!

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