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Our Long Beach Office is located at:

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

5150 East Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 200
Long Beach, CA 90804
(562) 786-8383

Long Beach Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal Defense Attorneys in Long Beach Protecting the Rights of the Accused

The City of Long Beach was incorporated in 1897. It’s home to The Port of Long Beach, which is the second busiest container port in the U.S. and ranks among the world’s largest shipping ports. Long Beach is located over an oilfield with minor wells underneath the city and offshore. In 2010, the United States Census reported that this city’s population was 462,257 giving it a population density of 9,191.3 people per square mile.
Helpful city resources:

The Long Beach Police Department
Public Safety Building
400 W. Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 570-7260

Long Beach City Hall
411 W Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 570-6555

City of Long Beach Public Library
Billie Jean King Main Library
200 W Broadway
(Located in Long Beach Civic Center)
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 570-7500

Crime in Long Beach
According to the Long Beach Police Department, petty theft, grand theft auto, and aggravated assault are frequent charges for arrest here. Areas with the most criminal activity in Long Beach include:

Downtown
Poly High District
Wilmington
Airport Area
Wrigley
North West Long Beach
Dominguez

Your Long Beach Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you or someone you love has been charged with a crime in Long Beach, you need reliable legal representation. You can find that representation at the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc. We are former judges, prosecutors, and police officers previously employed by the State of California. Thanks to our previous legal experiences and dedication, our team is very successful at getting our client’s cases dismissed. Our criminal defense attorneys have decades of experience handling cases such as:

DUI involving alcohol, prescription, or illegal drugs
Violent offenses such as kidnapping, assault, and firearm offenses
Theft including carjacking, embezzlement, fraud, and commercial and residential burglary
Drug crimes such as possession or possession for sale, distribution, or manufacture of methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, marijuana, or ecstasy
Sex crimes including sex trafficking, rape, and indecent exposure
Murder, whether your charges are for involuntary manslaughter, first-degree murder, or second-degree murder

We Know the Local Long Beach Criminal Courts
You should expect that every county, courthouse, and judge has its own way of doing things. The criminal court process in Los Angeles County is substantially different from the process in San Bernardino. Even within San Bernardino County, the central courthouse procedures vary greatly from Rancho Cucamonga or Victorville.

Our California criminal defense attorneys work day in and day out in the same courts, allowing us to create trustworthy relationships with the judges, prosecutors, probation officers, and court staff who will be assigned to your case. We are familiar with how things work in specific courtrooms and with specific prosecuting agencies. Our experience tells us whom to talk to, who has discretion, and the most effective ways to get a particular job done.

Local Criminal Court:
Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse
275 Magnolia
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 256-3100

Potential Consequences for Criminal Convictions in Long Beach, CA
The stakes are high when it comes to criminal charges of any type. A criminal conviction of any kind can have far-reaching and even life-long implications. Depending on the nature and severity of your charges, any past criminal convictions, and the experience and dedication of your attorney, you could face the following legal consequences for a criminal conviction in Long Beach:

Loss of privileges such as driving or owning a firearm
House arrest
Community service
Probation
Fines
Imprisonment

However, not all criminal conviction consequences are direct legal consequences. Some are collateral consequences that aren’t directly imposed by the court but rather by outside authorities. They vary depending on your conviction but can include:

Loss or restriction of a professional license
Ineligibility for public funds, including welfare benefits and student loans
Loss of voting rights
Ineligibility for jury duty
Deportation for immigrants

You might also lose your job or be unable to ever work in the field you love again. Your reputation could be ruined, and you could have the social stigma of a criminal conviction following you around forever. Our attorneys know how crucial the outcome of your case is to you and those you love. You can avoid these consequences by hiring the right legal criminal defense team.

Why You Need a Strong Criminal Defense Team
At Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc., our team of Long Beach criminal defense professionals is here to help protect your one shot at justice. We believe there is only one right way to begin representing those facing criminal charges, and that is by listening. We meet with you and your witnesses to hear and understand precisely what happened. The police and the accusers are going to have their accounts. It’s imperative that we begin by listening and understanding your side of what happened.
Our attorneys will investigate the charges against you, challenging any evidence provided by the prosecution and the way it was collected. We look at every option for possible defenses in your case. Whenever possible and appropriate, we will work tirelessly to have your charges reduced, your case dismissed, or push relentlessly for a Not Guilty verdict at trial.

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Long Beach, CA 90802
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Tours begin at:
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Long Beach, CA 90802
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423 Shoreline Village Drive
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Begins at:
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Long Beach, CA 90802
Ends at:
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Long Beach, CA 90802

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7550 E Spring Street
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562) 570-1745

Call Us Today to Speak with a Criminal Defense Attorney in Long Beach
Don’t wait any longer to get the criminal defense representation necessary for your best possible outcome. To get started with your defense, contact us today. Call us at (562) 786-8383. Let our team protect your one shot at justice.

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.