Nobody Should Go Through The Criminal Justice System Alone.
We Won't Let You!

The Law Office of David J. Givot was founded on the notion that sometimes bad things happen to good people. NOBODY is as interested in defending your rights as you are and you cannot do it alone!

Attorney David Givot has been focusing his practice solely on providing aggressive and compassionate criminal and administrative defense throughout Southern California since 2008.

Mr. Givot and his entire staff believe that every defense must be comprehensive, cooperative, and candid and will work with you to resolve your case in the best possible way.

More importantly, they will stand by your side with counsel and guidance through a frightening, confusing, and very frustrating process. When needed, they will stand in front of you if things get to much for you to handle and will stand behind you when you have difficult decisions to make.

Remember, a criminal charge is not a conviction. Don't wait to start building your defense!

If you need legal assistance with any of the below, contact the Law Office of David J. Givot at 310-904-6640 or 310-904-6904 por Habla Español.

Call Attorney David Givot today at 310-904-6640 (310-904-6904 por Habla Español), or complete the contact form provided on this site to arrange your FREE initial consultation. If needed, Attorney Givot will come to you.

The Law Office of David J. Givot provides defense for clients facing charges throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, and Riverside County.

Attorney

Attorney David J. Givot:

Jurisdictions Licensed In:

• State of California – All State Courts
• Federal Court – Central District of California

• Admitted To The Bar:

• 2008

Education:

•  J.D. from Abraham Lincoln University, School, 2008

Professional Memberships:

• California State Bar
• Los Angeles County Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• California Public Defender’s Association

Published Works:

• Negligence and the EMS Professional, EMS1.com, 2009
• Are You Just Down the Street From a Lawsuit?, EMS1.com, 2009

Testimonials

He gave me my life back!!!!!!!
"This is a review of Attorney at Law David Givot. He is an outstanding attorney. I guarantee if you choose David Givot as your lawyer, he will defend you aggressively, respectfully, and honorably. If you find yourself in trouble and you want a piece of mind, take my advice and call attorney David Givot.

My name is Gamal Henderson I got arrested on March 14th, 2010 and I was a recent client of David Givot. I was facing charges of domestic violence and child abuse. After hearing the police reports and talking with the public offender I was almost sure that I was going to jail for 2 years. Upon retaining David Givot as my attorney he assured me that he would do his best on my case, stay in contact and be available to me along the way. Once I met him in person, at his intake he made me feel more comfortable. After hearing my side of the story he informed me that he can’t guarantee the outcome, but he will defend me with one-hundred percent of his efforts and abilities.

Little did I know in my opinion he did a great job. With the chips stacked against me, my family being called as witnesses against me David Givot told me not to panic, let him get all the evidence, and he will inform me where to go from there. Once he got the evidence he informed me honestly and truthfully along the way. He first obtained a fantastic deal. Even though it was a great deal I asked him if I was to continue will he continue giving it one-hundred percent in fighting my case. He said “Yes. If that’s my decision.”

Attorney at law David Givot fought tooth and nail for me through the entire process. His questioning of the law enforcement officers was like shock and awe. His attention to detail was impeccable. I was amazed. I just could not believe that attorney David Givot took the same testimony meant to prosecute me, and used it to defend me. I remember it clearly the prosecutor asking one of my children does he know the difference between the truth and a lie. The prosecutor then asked of my child “If this chair was red would that be a truth or a lie?” Of course my child answered “A lie.” then he said “And if I asked you was the chair black?” He said “The truth.” Attorney David Givot asked him “If I said this podium was brown is that a truth or a lie?” My son answered “The truth.” He then asked “And if I asked you if the podium was tan?” he said “The truth.” He waited with me by my side for the jurors to make their decision. I informed him at that time, no matter what the verdict was I appreciate the great job he has done on my case.

Once the verdict was in I was so nervous. Then the clerk read the verdict “NOT GUILTY!” On June 23rd, 2010. Thank GOD for attorney David Givot. He is a true blessing indeed. HE GAVE ME MY LIFE BACK!!!!!!!" ~ Gamal Henderson

Strong Criminal Defense
“I got pulled over a year ago driving and got harassed by the cops. I was with a passenger and was pulled out of the car and was asked if they could search the car. They found a large amount of ecstacy in the car that wasn't mine. A year later I received a letter in the mail that I was being charged with felony sale and transportation of narcotics which carried a sentence of three years state prison. I was scared and afraid of my future with a felony conviction. I was recommended by a good friend, to David Givot who did an amazing job through the whole process. I explained in great detail what happened and he got a hold of my passengers criminal record and found that he was charged with sale of the same drugs they found in my car 6 weeks later. The charges were dismissed pending a 3 month class I have to do. I am very happy with the outcome of my case and I would recommend David to anyone." ~ brianhypat

AWESOME!!!!
“David is simply awesome. I called him on a Tuesday about my situation and he took care of it Thursday the same week! I was very scared and he made me at ease and no false promises, but he worked his magic and saved me! My daughter and I are very grateful to him." ~ cpollock

Awesome Attorney!!!
“David is an awesome guy and an even better attorney. He is a super down to earth type of guy and knows the legal system inside and out. He is on your side and is willing to do whatever it takes to for you to have the best possible outcome. He is great with his words which is a serious bonus if you find yourself in some legal situation you hoped you weren't in. Additionally he has knowledge of EMS and how much pressure EMS providers are put under in their day in and out job. At times it seems as if certain licensure committees are trying to decrease the number of providers out there helping people instead of granting them the ability to actually perform the job they are trained to do. David has an ample amount of paramedic experience himself and understands the risks medical providers put on their license day in and out and is willing to defend you to make sure you don't loose a career over the petty things in life. I have dealt with other legal representation in the past and wish I had known about him earlier b/c the other firm was a joke compared to him and things may have turned out differently than they did. All around good guy who has your back and is looking for the best outcome possible. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!” ~AshN08

Best attorney ever
“David saved my husband and our families lives. My husband got caught up in a horrible scandal with the mother of 1 of his daughters, David was honest, efficient, and incredibly smart,and knowledgeable. I recommend David to anyone in trouble with the law. He is our family attorney for life. We love you David and Thanks so much, he really is a legal guardian.” ~ Vince & Joi Calloway

Reliable, Honest, Trustworthy, and surely would hire again.
"I worked with David in a situation that I have never been through before. I was scared, nervous, and afraid. David always answered my calls no matter how many times I called and the time of day. David always responded to my emails in a quick fashion. David was very sincere with my concerns and made me feel comfortable in a situation I have never been through before. David was persistent in court and did not allow the detectives to walk all over me or him. David demanded my rights to be exercise with the detectives and the judge which prevented me from spending time in jail. David created a situation where I turned myself into the court, had my bail bondman at court with us, and was allowed to go home the same day. I could never do anything that would show David the appreciate I have for what he has done for me and the advice he has given me. If you are looking for a true, fair, honest, reliable, dependable, and moral attorney, then David Givot is the right person." ~ Danielle Moore

ATTORNEY DAVID GIVOT IS VERY RELIABLE
"David is down to earth. He answers his cell phone. He offers guidance in a supportive way. Mr. Givot is very reliable and available. Attorney Givot is realistic and straight forward. You will be both pleasantly surprised and satisfied with his service and prices. Mostly due to the fact that Attorney Givot is out of the norm. He is not too busy to talk to you. And he actually cares about his clients and their futures. He knows how to walk the line of professionalism and care. I definitely wholeheartedly recommend Mr. David Givot as your next Attorney!" ~ doctormalliaa

"I am rather grateful that I have not personally had need of David Givot's legal expertise, since he is a criminal defense attorney. However, I can honestly say that I have such a strong opinion of David's character and compassion that I would feel confident referring him to anyone I know and care about who might find themselves needing legal counsel.

I have witnessed his giving nature and know that his previous experience as a paramedic has given him a mission to help anyone in that field who may find themselves in need of legal help or just advice that will protect them as they go about their work." ~ Marilee B.

"The Legal Guardian! First and foremost let me quote one of my favorite lines from Mr. Givot, "Criminal defense is not about defending actions, but defending an individuals rights". This attitude is what makes David a fantastic person to be your representative in the court of law.

I never thought I would be able to send Mr. Givot business. Really because I do not know criminals. Let's be realistic, would you admit it? However, I do know people, GOOD PEOPLE, that have found themselves in a bad situation, who need someone to help them navigate through the legal process. David is not only a knowledge navigator, but a beacon of light and compassion. I have sent a few individuals David's way, and every time they respond with glowing reviews and they better write some here.

The norm seems to be that he lifted the stress and fear out of the situation. "David gave me a clear plan of actions, which gave me hope and security", this was one excerpt from an email sent to me in regard to David.

Finally, this is a truly bias review (I must be candid). I see David usually once a week for networking. I really want to see his business grow, and I know he wishes the same for me. That is not my bias. Mr. Givot has a great sense of humor and, as I stated previously, compassionate. This again is not my bias. Plain and simply, I like this guy. The way his mind works is amazing. His attitude on life is a tribute to his growing success. If you have a "friend" that has found himself in a bad situation. Please tell him to remain silent, and call David. I absolutely guarantee when you speak with them again, his name will be said with a smile on their face.

Remember, "You are innocent, until proved guilty" is for prime time TV, but if you want a counselor like in those prime time shows... David is "that guy"!" ~ Jarvis M.R.

"I was researching around for a lawyer to help me out of a jam, and was having a rough time due to the types of reviews all the lawyers have. After reading Jarvis' reviews and the fact that he's an active reviewer, I gave David Givot a call. From the initial call to the time my case was taken care of was less than 10 calendar days. The case was outstanding for years, and David did a fantastic job in 10 calendar days. I should repeat .. 10 CALENDAR DAYS!

It's a little tough to get a hold of him immediately during the hours court's in session because he has work to do, but he'll personally return your calls or text messages before the end of the day. He's very honest in what he believes in regards to the case, and does a fantastic job of communicating. I've seen other lawyers communicate with clients (including myself) and their peers, and David Givot is a well articulate person. He's humble, realistic, affordable, and to put it frankly.. gets the job done to best of his abilities. You can always ask for more effort from him, but you really don't have to." ~ Kay L.

"David Givot Attorney is only rivaled by David Givot the person. His knowledge of the law is only surpassed by his relentless work ethic. In your moment of need David will not only fight as your attorney but will be there as a compassionate, caring, human being. When David takes on your case, he handles your case personally and professionally. Just remember, sometimes in life bad things happen to good people. Dave Givot was there for me and for that I will always be eternally grateful." ~ Larry L.

"I met Mr. Givot from one of my co-workers, she had used him for assistance, he was excellent with her and at the time I really needed help. My teenage son got into some trouble and it was very serious, I was so scared for him. Their was charges against him that could of ended him up in jail until he was a grown man. I met with Mr. Givot and he had promised me that he would do the best he can for my son all I had asked him was to please spare my son from going to jail, he gave me his word that he will give 100 percent to this case. I am so great full and so appreciated for Mr. Givot. My son did not spend one day in jail. Mr. Givot was so wonderful with my son and myself. He was always there if we had questions he always explained every court date after it was over so we can have a clear understanding of what was been done in court. Mr. Givot truly was a God sent. He was so professional with a wonderful heart, that he made this difficult time for me and my family so much easier. I am so happy inside that he came into our lives and helped us the way he did, and economically he is very reasonable and worth every dime. I will tell everyone that is need of a Attorney to call him first, he is excellent in every way of the word. He is one Attorney that truly, truly cares about his client and their families. Thank you so much Mr. David Givot, and may God continue to bless your law practice." ~ Shelia Menefee

"I had two traffic tickets that David helped me with. They were significant tickets and came with a huge penalty. Luckily David got my penalties and fines reduced with no points on my record! Thanks David, you are the best! I know how to call when I am in a jam." ~ Alicia D.

"I am so thankful for David Givot! No one would suspect that I would need a criminal defense attorney - but David Givot did help me defend against the EVILS of the COMPTON P.D. & THE DMV.

I was late in registering my Kia P.O.S. (the DMV didn't send a notification) and was pulled over by an adolescent Compton cop on the way home from a late-night networking event. Evidently his target criminal is a middle-aged woman in a crappy car. Dangerous! Who can blame him - there is no other despicable segment of the Compton population, like drug dealers, thieves and drive-by shooters.

So, I sign for the ticket and wait for my notification by mail... nothing arrives. Until, of course I get the letter demanding $1900 for failure to appear! WHAT!? All because a teenage cop needed to fill his quota ... NO! David Givot to the rescue!

He went to court FOR ME, plead my case and reduced the "fee" to a $25 fixer ticket. What a guy! My wallet is fatter, and my brain didn't explode. I keep his card in my glove compartment, and refer him to everyone! Even if they aren't yet suspected criminals!" ~ Kim S.

"You know how once in blue moon, you find an individual who is not only an angel in disguise, but helps you keep a sense of HUMOR about the hell they're helping you out of ?? That's David Givot. Mr. Givot stuck out as an immediate "go-to" because of something he said when I first met him. "Very good people get into bad situations too." 18 months ago, I referred one of my very best friends to Mr. Givot because of this. Aside from his rare & impeccable work ethic, David Givot was a the light we trusted in a very dark place. My only regret is that I have to say I hope I never NEED his service again! But because bad things DO happen to good people, I keep his # in my phone, and wouldn't hesitate to refer him to any & all of the good people in my life. Thank you with all my heart for being the only defense attorney to meet & exceed our expectations." ~ M.W.

"David is a fantastic attorney!!! I ran into some legal trouble a while back and he saved me in sooooo many ways. I have dealt with other legal representation in the past, and I wish I had met David earlier because the outcome of my case would have been totally different. Besides dealing with any and all criminal cases imaginable, he has additional expertise in medical licensure and medical/legal cases. David has worked as a paramedic himself and if it wasn't for him and his help during a difficult time in my life, I wouldn't be able to practice as a paramedic myself or continue down the medical path I have chosen and am now pursuing. Outside of being a fantastic attorney he's a great guy, a family man, and lays it to you plain and simple. He lays out all the options, is very honest, and is really here to help his clients. He's a super down to earth guy who doesn't think he's bigger or better than you and is all about helping you when in a time of need. Highly recommended!!!" ~ Ash N.

"David Givot is a great lawyer & really helped me get out of my ticket. Not only did he help me he is a nice guy & gave me his full attention. In the court room he talked with the police officer & by the end of the conversation they were both laughing, I knew things were gonna be OK. If you need any legal advise no matter what the infraction he can help." ~ Chris P.

Felony Results

Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance & Grand Theft: Client, a Paramedic, developed an addiction to prescription pain medication after two orthopedic surgeries from an off-the-job injury. After returning to duty, client responded to a call at a home where the patient had several bottles of prescription pain medication. Client secreted away several of the pills. However, although nobody had seen the act, after the ambulance had taken the patient, client realized that it was time to seek help for the problem because stealing from a patient’s home was inexcusable and contrary to the past 20+ years of exemplary service. Client immediately, without external provocation - and still on the scene – confessed the taking to the company officer and requested substance abuse help. The company officer responded to the client’s courageous act by reporting it to the police, to whom client reiterated the confession. Client was forced to resign and forced to surrender the paramedic license client had held for over 20 years. Client was charged with two felonies and faced a significant state prison sentence. After hours and hours of reviewing evidence and researching options with no cooperation from the prosecutors in the court, I met with the head deputy prosecutor and discussed the case in great detail. I was able to show the prosecutor the human side of this case and worked with him to reach an appropriate solution. In the end, the theft charge was dismissed, the felony was amended to a misdemeanor, and the client was permitted to participate in a deferred entry of judgment drug program. Upon successful completion of the program and informal probation, the entire case will be dismissed.

Felony Cocaine Possession: Client was searched after a traffic stop and was found to be in possession of slightly less than a gram of powder cocaine just three weeks prior to a planned move out of state. After my own careful review of the evidence and comprehensive presentation of the client’s non-existent criminal record to both the prosecutor and judge in chambers, the cocaine felony was amended to a non-specific possession misdemeanor and the client was free to move and complete informal probation on the East Coast. No felony. No jail.

Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance (Meth) and Possession of a Homemade Explosive Device: The client, just 25 years old, has an extensive criminal history, including a prison sentence for vandalism. He was stopped, with his girlfriend who was also on probation, by police while walking to a nearby market. The officers directed the couple back to their nearby residence and conducted a probation search of the home. Inside the home, they found crystal methamphetamine along with paraphernalia. In addition, the police also found a device that client had allegedly assembled using an old medication bottle and powder from a variety of fireworks. The device was tightly wrapped and had a fuse. The prosecution was initially seeking a significant, multi-year state prison sentence. After considerable negotiation with both the prosecutor and the judge, as well as a careful look into the client’s medical and addiction history, we reached a settlement. Client will be home on probation after serving just 18 months in the county jail.

Felony Domestic Violence: Client, a Paramedic in Southern California, found himself in a heated argument with his wife. The exchange, just one of many sparked by economic difficulties, led to yelling and, ultimately, both spouses removing themselves from the situation. Nevertheless, before separating themselves to cool off, both had called police claiming the other had assaulted them. When police arrived, client’s wife – who had scratched her own arms out of frustration – claimed the scratches were caused by client. He was arrested and booked on suspicion of felony spousal battery. Attorney Givot met with client prior to the arraignment and noted right away that client’s fingernails had been so frequently bitten for so long, that the finger tips had literally begun to grow over the nails – thus making it impossible for client to have scratched anyone. On the day of the arraignment, Attorney Givot went to both the District Attorney and the arresting Police agency to discuss the matter BEFORE any formal charges were filed. After a harried morning of running around, no criminal charges were filed.

Felony Possession of Heroin: Client suffered a loss of consciousness while in public. Paramedics discovered a small quantity of Heroin in his pocket. At the Emergency Room, client was arrested and upon his release from the hospital he was booked for felony possession. Client was formally charged by the District Attorney and faced two years in State Prison. After careful negotiation and close work with the prosecutor, client will complete a drug treatment program and a short period of probation. When probation is complete, criminal case will be dismissed.

DUI Manslaughter: Client, just 24-years-old, was out for the evening with his 26-year-old female companion. After dinner, a few drinks, and lots of laughs, the two headed toward home in client’s high-performance sports car. Although there was no evidence of reckless driving or excessive speed for the conditions, the vehicle lost control on a windy road with an uneven grade. Tragically, the car struck a tree on the passenger side and the companion was killed instantly. Client was charged with multiple felony counts and faced nearly a decade in state prison. The legal team, which included Mr. Givot and Attorney David Borsari and Attorney Veronica Guzman, worked tirelessly reviewing evidence, law, custody credits, and specific mitigating factors. The team worked with the client’s family as well as prosecutors to achieve the best possible result in a case where there could be no winner. Ultimately, the case resolved without the trauma of a trial and the client is expected to be home after serving approximately 364 days.

Felony Possession of Ecstasy for Sale: Client is an 18-year-old with no criminal record, but a history of drug addiction and abuse. Client was arrested with over 100 tabs of Ecstasy and charged with felony possession for sale, transportation for sale, and numerous other felony charges. Not only was the evidence overwhelming, the Client admitted having just come from a Rave and both knowledge & possession of the drugs. Client faced several years in state prison. After difficult, though effective, negotiation with the Deputy District Attorney in Charge of the Courthouse, my Client was allowed to serve a 120 day jail sentence in a residential rehab center to be followed by probation. NO STATE PRISON!

Felony Possession/Transportation of Ecstasy: Client and passenger were stopped by police for a broken tail light. The officer smelled the odor of marijuana coming from the car and exited the driver, my client, from the vehicle. As the officer was dealing with my client, the passenger, who had a large quantity of ecstasy pills in his backpack, stashed those pills behind the seat of my client’s car. With nothing to hide and no knowledge of the pills, my client consented to a search of the car by police and the ecstasy was discovered. The passenger told police that he knew nothing of the pills. My client was arrested and released. Nearly a year later, my client received a notice in the mail saying that he was facing multiple felony charges. I performed a thorough investigation, I discovered that six weeks after the initial traffic stop, the passenger was arrested for selling the identical pills to an undercover officer at a rave in another county. After persistent negotiation, along with subpoenaed police records from the other county and a lot of legwork, all of the felony charges were dismissed. Now, after the client jumps a few more hoops, the entire case will be dismissed and the arrest record destroyed.

Attempted Murder: Client, on felony probation for burglary, was arrested & accused of shooting into an occupied dwelling and held without bail. We swiftly employed the services of a private investigator to speak with witnesses. The private investigator quickly procured a video-recorded sworn statement from the witness/victim who confirmed that my client was not involved. When that fact was brought to the attention of law enforcement, they responded by filing a probation violation “in lieu of” attempted murder prosecution in an effort to avoid a trial by jury and the “beyond a reasonable doubt” standard. After additional negotiation and examination of evidence, my client was sentenced to 180 days in local jail for possessing ammunition in violation of his felony probation. He will be home in less than 3 months.

Third Strike Felony Providing Marijuana to a Minor: Client, just 25 days away from completing parole and in possession of a valid California Medical Marijuana Card, was arrested after an individual standing near him and among a group of others, was seen by police smoking marijuana from a pipe in public. The individual was 16-year-old. My client was arrested after the frightened teen told police that my client had provided it through is California card, despite witness statements to the contrary. Because of his two prior strikes, the District Attorney sought 25-years to life in prison for my client. After extensive & thorough private investigation and securing the cooperation & support of his parole officer, I was able to negotiate a settlement directly with the Judge, bypassing the DA altogether, and my client was home in approximately 13 months.

Felony Possession of Controlled Substance & Deadly Weapon: Client was arrested during a raid on the home in which he was renting a room. Although the client was neither named in the warrant nor believed to be involved in any illegal activity, he was taken into custody and his rented room searched. During the search, law enforcement discovered and the client was arrested for possession of a small amount of marijuana and several pills, later identified as Hydrocodone and Phenobarbital along with a rifle, a handgun, and a Billy club. Case dismissed.

Felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon: Client was arrested and booked on suspicion of Assault with a Deadly Weapon after a fight in which his opponent was sent to the hospital by ambulance with serious injuries, including a severed temporal artery. Within hours of receiving the call, I had met with the client in custody, investigated the scene of the incident, and reviewed the surveillance video – before the Police had reviewed it. I concluded from the evidence I had gathered, that the opponent was the aggressor and that my client had a clear case of self defense. I met with the head DA, before the Police even submitted the file, and the case was summarily rejected when it arrived. Case dismissed before it was filed.

Felony Commercial Burglary: Client, a sworn peace officer, was arrested and booked on suspicion of Commercial Burglary when it was discovered that, without her knowledge, her shopping companion – now former friend – had shoplifted merchandise from a Beverly Hills department store. Within hours of receiving the call, I had been to the store, met with the lead detective, and reviewed the surveillance video that showed no criminal conduct by my client. The following morning, I met with the charging DA and the case against my client was rejected, although her companion was arraigned. No charges filed against my client.
Felony Drug Possession: Client was charged with felony transportation & possession of marijuana for sale. No State Prison, No Jail. Probation for 18 months after which the charge can be reduced to a misdemeanor and then expunged.

Felony Cocaine Possession: Client was charged with possession of cocaine in a vehicle. All charges dropped, case dismissed.

Felony Drug Possession with a Gun Enhancement: Client was charged with felony possession of meth while also in possession of a loaded handgun. No Jail, No State Prison. Only Case dismissed. and diversion classes.

Felony Identity Theft: Client was charged with multiple felony counts when it was discovered that he had used the identity of another when he was arrested and convicted for DUI. Maximum exposure was 19 years in state prison. No State Prison. Only 180 days recommended work furlough and probation.
 

Misdemeanor Results

Misdemeanor Domestic Battery & Criminal Threats: Client, a registered nurse, was arrested after allegedly striking his wife and threatening to kill her with a knife. After my own investigation, separate from the police, I was able to show the prosecutor that, while there may have been an unwanted physical contact, there was not threat to the wife involving a knife. The client accepted responsibility for the alleged battery and received probation. The criminal treats charge was dismissed.

Misdemeanor Theft (Shoplifting): Client was arrested after allegedly concealing $70 worth of merchandise and attempting to exit a warehouse store. After discussing the issues at hand with the prosecutor and painting a picture of certain mitigating circumstances, there was a small fine and the criminal case was dismissed.

Misdemeanor Drunk in Public: Client was assisting a heavily-intoxicated friend from a bar. The friend could barely stand, so client was supporting her to another friend’s vehicle so she could go home and sleep it off. Rather than assisting the inebriated female, police arrested the Good Samaritan – despite the absence of any objective signs of intoxication; despite the fact that the client was neither a danger to himself nor others. Because the client had a prior DUI, the District Attorney sought to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law. Attorney Givot called their bluff and, rather than entertaining any of the misdemeanor offers extended by the DA, he set the matter for trial. When it was clear that the Defense was ready to fight and win, the criminal case was dismissed.

Misdemeanor DUI (under 21-years-old) and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor: Client was stopped by police for allegedly speeding. Police discovered an unopened beer in the center console and accused client of driving while intoxicated. Client was arrested and charged, despite the fact that the police did not perform any chemical blood/alcohol test. After exposing and discussing the inherent weaknesses of the prosecution’s case, client paid a small fine for the beer and the criminal case was dismissed.

Misdemeanor Obstructing/Interfering with Police Officer: Client, an off-duty paramedic, was out for an evening in Newport Beach with her husband and brother-in-law. The brother-in-law was involved in an altercation inside a bar and the police were called. The brother-in-law and husband were detained by police for questioning while my client waited patiently several feet away. Sometime later, an additional officer arrived and directed my client to move along. She explained that she was with her husband and they were far from their home, but the officer did not care and told her to leave the area. She again explained that she had nowhere to go and no way to get there without her husband. The officer became aggressive and abusive telling to leave lest she be arrested. When she asked him where she was supposed to go, he arrested her and took her to jail. I took the case and worked closely on a resolution with the DA. I collected and presented evidence of my client’s character, professionalism, and ongoing career-oriented education to show that this was most likely a case of a police officer abusing his authority. We jumped through a few hoops, however at the end, the case was completely dismissed.

Misdemeanor Theft: Client was seen on security video concealing DVDs in his pants and exiting the store. He admitted to both store security and Police that he had stolen the DVDs. His record showed similar conduct in his passed. He was arraigned and charged with the misdemeanor. After negotiation with the District Attorney, the complaint was amended to include petty theft as a civil infraction and the misdemeanor was dismissed. No Jail. No Probation. No Criminal Conviction.

Misdemeanor Driving with Suspended License: Client was cited and charged with three criminal counts when he was discovered driving after his license had been suspended because of a recent DUI. NO Jail! After considerable negotiation with the City Attorney, two of the three charges were dismissed and the client was sentenced to unsupervised probation.

Multiple Misdemeanor Counts: Client was charged with drug possession, receiving stolen property, false vehicle registration, and driving on a suspended license…ALL IN ONE TRAFFIC STOP! Client received only 4 days in private jail followed by probation.

Misdemeanor Possession of Meth: Client was charged with possession of meth in a vehicle. No Jail. Probation and diversion only.

Misdemeanor Shoplifting: Client was charged with shoplifting numerous items. No Jail. Charge was reduced to an infraction with the minimum community service and a small fine.

Misdemeanor Domestic Violence: Client was charged after SHE allegedly broke HIS nose. Donation to a victim’s fund. Case dismissed.

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