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Our Los Angeles Office is located at:

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

445 South Figueroa Street
Suite 2700
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 341-4427

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorneys

Arrested? Call one of our Criminal Defense Lawyers in Los Angeles Today

Founded on September 4, 1781, the City of Los Angeles has a population of 3,979,576 (2019). It is the most populous city in California and the second-most populous city in the United States. Many people come to this city with the hopes of finding success in the music, television, and movie industries. Los Angeles is also home to the busiest container port in the Americas. The Los Angeles metropolitan area is the third-largest city by gross metropolitan product globally, with a GDP of $1.0 trillion as of 2017. Los Angeles is known for its sprawling metropolis, Mediterranean climate, and ethnic diversity.

Helpful city resources:
Los Angeles Police Department
100 West 1st Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
877-ASK-LAPD

Los Angeles City Hall
200 N Spring St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-3231

Los Angeles Central Library
630 W 5th St
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 228-7000

Crimes in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is safer than 13 percent of all cities within the United States. Arrests here are made for a variety of crimes, especially assault, robbery, and property crimes like motor vehicle theft, arson, larceny, and burglary. Los Angeles neighborhoods and areas with the highest crime rates include:

Chesterfield Square
Harvard Park
Vermont Knolls
Vermont Vista
Green Meadows
Vermont-Slauson
Leimert Park
Gramercy Park
Broadway-Manchester
Westmont
Athens
Rancho Dominguez
Manchester Square
Florence
Watts
Vermont Square
Hyde Park
Elysian Park
South Park
West Compton

Local Criminal Courts:

Airport Courthouse
11701 S. La Cienega
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 725-3000

Central Arraignment Courthouse
429 Bauchet St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 617-5699

Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center
210 West Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-7900

East Los Angeles Courthouse
4848 E. Civic Center Way
Los Angeles, CA 90022
(323) 881-5800

Metropolitan Courthouse
1945 South Hill Street
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 745-3202

Stanley Mosk Courthouse
(Appeals)
111 North Hill Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 830-0800

The Benefits of Seeking Early Intervention Before Charges are Filed
Many people make the mistake of falsely believing there’s nothing a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer can do for them until they have been arrested and charged with a crime. It’s critical to note that sometimes it’s possible to stop criminal charges before they are ever filed.

When police make an arrest or investigate a crime, they turn their evidence over to the district attorney’s office. The district attorney (D.A.) examines the evidence to determine if any and which kind of criminal charges can be filed. In most cases, a prosecutor bases their decision only on what the police present to them. However, there’s often a lot more to the case.

You might be surprised to learn that our Los Angeles criminal lawyers can also meet with the D.A. during this time. We can present witness statements, evidence, and any other pertinent information. Armed with the knowledge and information we provide the D.A., the outcome of your arrest or charges might change. When the prosecutor can see the entire picture surrounding your alleged crime, they could decide to file lesser charges or perhaps none at all.

If you know or believe that you will be arrested or soon charged with a crime, the sooner you connect with us, the better. We will go to work advocating your case as quickly as possible. If the time comes and an arrest is unavoidable, we can arrange for you to surrender yourself, often decreasing the risk of unwanted surprises or public embarrassment. Although the police department and the D.A.’s office would like you to think you have no control in these situations, you do have some, especially with a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney from Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc. on your side.

Types of Cases We Handle
Our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys handle nearly all types of criminal charges. From minor traffic offenses, DUIs, and vehicular manslaughter to petty theft, assault, and embezzlement, and everything in between, we have the experience and knowledge to take on your case. Many of our attorneys have previously worked as police officers, D.A.’s, and for the courts. Big or small, we know what it takes to have your charges dropped or diminished, which is our number one goal. We go to great lengths to obtain the best outcome in your case.

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Your Dedicated Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you’ve been charged with any type of crime in Los Angeles, California, don’t delay in contacting a criminal defense attorney. Your future is at stake, not just the next few years during which you may be held in prison and/or required to pay substantial fines, but also the future when a criminal record may impede your employment and other opportunities. Criminal convictions often destroy families and relationships long after the dust has settled. The good news is that you can take control and minimize or even avoid these problems altogether by hiring aggressive legal representation.

At Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc., we defend the rights of our clients around the clock. Our skilled Los Angeles criminal defense lawyers combine personal attention and attention to detail to attain the results you need when facing criminal charges. When you need to talk to a professional quickly about a fast-moving criminal case investigation or charges, we are here for you. Call us now at (213) 341-4427. Remember that even if you haven’t yet been arrested or charged with a crime, it’s in your best interest to hire a criminal defense attorney.

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.