Individuals convicted of a crime in the State of California, whether through their own admission of guilt or through the determination of a jury, are subject to, among other penalties, fines, imprisonment, probation and community service. Defending your criminal case in the strongest possible way is critical to your freedom and your future.

The outcome of any criminal case depends upon the facts surrounding the crime charged, the strength of the evidence, the legal validity of law enforcement and courtroom procedure, and the goals and strategy of the government and defense. As experienced San Jose Criminal Defense Attorneys, my colleagues and I at Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel will navigate you through this complicated legal process.

An Experienced Advocate to Stand Up for Your Rights:
I have years of experience handling criminal cases in the courts of San Jose and the surrounding cities and counties of California, defending cases in a variety of areas such as:

• Drunk Driving/ DUI
• Drugs and Narcotics Charges
•  White Collar Crimes
• Traffic Offenses
• Domestic Violence
• Felony Crimes
• Misdemeanors
• Violent Crimes and Assault 
• Gun Violations
• Homicide
• Internet Crimes
• Investigations
• Juvenile Matters
• Sex Crimes
• Expungement Motions
  

Trust Your Lawyer– He Will Be the One Representing You, Not the Police:
If you have been arrested, or if you are stopped by the police for questioning, remember that your lawyer is the person you should trust.  Law enforcement investigators are specifically trained to get people who don't want to talk to them to open up and talk with them anyway. The U.S. Supreme Court allows police, federal agents and criminal investigators to trick, lie and deceive during the course of their investigations to get the information they want. 

If you are being investigated for a federal crime or other serious charge, do not answer any questions the officers, detectives or federal agents ask. You should politely, but firmly, tell them that you will need to retain an attorney before you can speak with them. Do not answer their questions. This cannot be stressed enough.You have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney– use those rights! Call me or any of the skilled San Jose Criminal Defense Attorneys of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel, who have specific experience with criminal law and procedures.

If you or someone you know in California needs the assistance of an experienced San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney, call John Hinkle  today at 866-679-2810, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your initial consultation