With 12 years in Criminal Defense, South Tahoe Law is an experienced and trusted legal advocate on all matters related to criminal law. If you are charged with a crime, seeking a modification of your probation terms, or trying to clean up your criminal record then South Tahoe Law wants to talk to you about your case. Call Today for a Free Consultation.
If you are charged with a crime while you are in South Lake Tahoe on vacation or business then South Tahoe Law can normally save you the inconvenience of having to come back to court. A lawyer can appear for you in court on most types of cases, for most purposes. An attorney can assist you from arraignment, pretrial appearances, and motions, through to plea agreement, trial setting, or dismissal - all without you having to appear in court. Exceptions include certain Felony Hearings, most Jury Trials, and cases where you have been personally ordered to appear by the Judge.
If you have a warrant outstanding for your arrest, contact South Tahoe Law for advice on how to best navigate the recall of that warrant. In some cases an attorney may be able to get your warrant recalled without you having to appear in court. In some cases you may have to appear in court, or post bail, but South Tahoe Law can help you stay out of jail if there is a warrant for your arrest.
South Tahoe Law has extensive legal writing experience, including successful court litigation of motions resulting in the dismissal of criminal charges. Common motions that can help you defend your case include:
Motion to Suppress Evidence Due to Constitutional Violation (PC 1538.5)
Motion to Dismiss for Speedy Trial Violation (Serna / Jones Motion)
Motion to Dismiss for Preliminary Hearing Violation (PC 995)
Invitation for Judicial Dismissal (PC 1385)
Motion to Reduce Felony to Misdemeanor (PC 17b)
Motion to Dismiss Strike Prior (Romero / PC 1385)
Motion for Misdemeanor Diversion (PC 1001.95)
Motion for Mental Health Diversion (PC 1001.36)
Motion for Drug Diversion (PC 1000 / PC 1210 / Prop 36)
Motion for Discovery (PC 1054)
Motion for Return of Property (PC 1538)
If you have a criminal record, South Tahoe Law wants to talk to you about getting your criminal record cleaned up. In a lot of cases a prior conviction can be reduced to a misdemeanor or infraction and dismissed from your criminal record - even years later. If there are records related to your arrest or conviction, South Tahoe Law may be able to get those records sealed and destroyed. You normally don't have to go to court if you hire an attorney to appear in court for you.
Criminal Record Expungement (PC 1203.4)
Felony Reduction to Misdemeanor (PC 17b)
Misdemeanor Reduction to Infraction (PC 19.8 / 17d)
Records Sealing (PC 851 et seq.)
Typical, commonly charged criminal offenses include:
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Domestic Violence (DV)
Drug Possession
Drug Sales, Transportation, Possession for Sales
Weapon / Gun / Knife Offenses
Public Intoxication
Assault
Battery
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Assault by Means Likely to Cause Great Bodily Injury
Resisting Police by Force or Threats
Resisting, Delaying, or Obstructing Police
Elder Abuse
Welfare Fraud
Driving on a Suspended License
False Imprisonment
Kidnapping
Robbery
Manslaughter
Murder
Possession of Firearm as Felon
Possession of Ammunition as Felon
Child Abuse, Neglect, Endangerment
Reckless Driving
Evading Police
Violation of Probation
Violation of Parole
Violation of Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS)
Violation of Mandatory Court Supervision (MCS)
If you were convicted of a charge and want to appeal, or if you need to file a writ to challenge a court order, South Tahoe Law can assist you with drafting, filing, and litigating the appeal / writ in court. South Tahoe Law can help you appeal a case in a Superior Court in California, or in the California District Court of Appeals.