San Francisco Criminal Lawyer
Also serving San Mateo, Santa Clara and the Bay Area

DUI Defense

Having done hundreds of DUI cases, I represent you both at the DMV to get your LICENSE back, and I defend you in COURT to protect your criminal record and keep you out of jail.

Traffic Violations

I handle all kinds of Traffic Violations, so you keep your license, don't pay high fines, and don't incur DMV points.

White Collar Crimes
Theft / Embezzlement / Fraud

I defend clients accused of all THEFT crimes, including Embezzlement, Credit Card / Insurance Fraud, Grand Theft, Petty Theft, and all kinds of "White Collar" Crimes. I work towards securing you a "CIVIL Compromise" that allows you to protect your record, save you money, and stay out of jail.

Computer Crimes

The FBI, State and local authorities heavily prosecute Internet Violations, Hacking, and Copyright/Licensing infringements. The best defense to these crimes makes all the difference between a slap on the wrist and serious jail sentences & fines. With my vast background in computer technology, I defend you from such high crimes and will save you Prison time as well as thousands of dollars in fines or damages.

Drugs

Possession
I defend clients for possession or sales of narcotics. I assist clients in obtaining Drug Rehabilitation Treatment or medical marijuana certificates to legally overcome possession charges and stay out of jail.
Sales of Narcotics
Selling drugs is big business; but not when the cops seize your money as the proceeds of crimeä in a Forfeiture Action (in addition to filing criminal charges). In addition to defending your criminal case, I oppose forfeiture actions by proving that your funds are clean to get you your money back!

Firearms

I defend clientsâ 2nd Amendment Rights
in Firearms Violations and assist with Firearm Registrations with the Department of Justice.

Violent Crimes / Domestic Violence

Violent Crimes can be a grey area of criminal law. Violent crimes include: Assault, Terrorist Threats, Kidnapping, False Imprisonment, and Homicide. Often, trumped up charges are filed against a person who may have committed some kind of violent act or threat, however, he or she is not as guilty as charged, when all the circumstances are considered. Often, the best defense to these charges includes proving the circumstances to the court, and attaining sentencing alternatives to jail, including Anger Management Classes or Domestic Violent Counseling. Such alternatives are often helpful in any event, and sure beat Jail sentences.

Sex Crimes

I defend all Sex crimes, including Rape, Statutory Rape, Prostitution, Pimping and Pandering. The sentencing ranges for sex crimes vary tremendously from probation to mandatory prison terms.

As important as defending your innocence is minimizing prison penalties and attaining possible sentencing alternatives.

Private Investigation
Detective Services

As a separate or included service, I conduct and supervise Private Investigations to collect evidence that you want to know or that will help in your defense. I work with Investigative groups that conduct Background Checks, Witness Interviews, Surveillance, Person location, and Forensic collection of evidence. Part of being a good criminal attorney includes conducting an Investigation that helps you defend your case. Sometimes, the best defense is a matter of finding the right Evidence!

Organized Crime
Federal Crimes

The FBI and Federal Authorities prosecute organized crime under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) statute (18 U.S.C. §1961-68(1994), with broad powers to prosecute suspected organized criminals. It allows heavy prison sentences and huge fines. I defend those accused of participating in any RICO activities, which include:
Threats and Conspiracies involving Murder, Kidnapping, Gambling, Arson, Robbery, Bribery, Extortion, Felonious manufacture /import / export / or sale of obscene matter or controlled substances, Trafficking in stolen property contraband or cigarettes, Embezzlement, Wire or Securities Fraud, Falsifying ID documents, Counterfeiting materials or currency, Interference with commerce, Racketeering, Wagering paraphernalia, Importing or harboring aliens or criminals, Obstruction of Justice, and other crimes.