Criminal Defense Lawyer in Rancho Cucamonga

The Importance of Mounting a Strong Criminal Defense

If you have been charged with a serious or violent crime, you will need a strong criminal defense to fight for your rights and to ensure that you are getting the fairest hearing or trial possible. Mounting a solid criminal defense can help safeguard against an overly vigilant prosecution; after all, you are 100 percent innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If you are facing significant criminal charges, contacting a Rancho Cucamonga criminal defense attorney right away is one of the smartest decisions you can make.

A criminal defense lawyer can assist you with a variety of different charges, including:

DUI
Working with an experienced lawyer is crucial in the face of DUI (driving under the influence) charges in the Rancho Cucamonga area. Our firm represents drivers accused of DUI at their DMV hearings and in criminal court proceedings, working to protect their freedom and driving privileges. Read more about DUI…

Theft Crimes
Depending on the value of goods taken and the manner in which the offense was allegedly committed, a defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges for a theft crime. In either case, the repercussions of a conviction may include imprisonment, fines and more. Read more about theft crimes…

Sex Crimes
Rape, sexual assault, molestation, prostitution and various other similar offenses may all be classified as sex crimes, requiring mandatory sex offender registration if a defendant is convicted. We provide comprehensive defense counsel to clients accused of these serious offenses. Read more about sex crimes…

Assault & Battery
Actually two separate offenses, assault and battery involve the attempt or threat or violence (assault) or the act of violence or unwanted touching (battery). Read more about assault and battery…

Auto Theft
Typically categorized as grand theft and therefore a felony offense, auto theft (or grand theft auto) charges are a serious matter and should be addressed immediately by a skilled defense attorney. Read more about auto theft…

Burglary
Burglary, sometimes referred to as breaking and entering, involves unlawfully entering or remaining on another's property with the intent to commit theft or a felony offense. Residential burglary is a felony in California, and harsh penalties will be imposed upon a conviction. Read more about burglary…

Credit Card Fraud
Credit card fraud is a term that may be used to describe various criminal acts that involve fraudulently using another's credit card information to make purchases. Applying for a credit card under another's identity may also be considered credit card fraud. Read more about credit card fraud…

Cultivation
Marijuana cultivation is a felony offense in California, and a defendant may face imprisonment in state prison, fines and other serious penalties if convicted. Increased penalties may apply if a large number of marijuana plants are discovered. Read more about marijuana cultivation…

Drug Crimes
Drug charges may place one's entire future at risk, resulting in harsh criminal penalties as well as a damaged reputation and limited employment and educational opportunities. Protect your future by involving an Irvine criminal attorney who will fight for you. Read more about drug crimes…

Embezzlement
Embezzlement is a type of white collar crime that involves an employee or business owner who purposefully misappropriates funds or takes money from the company. Depending on the amount of money allegedly taken, this may be a very serious criminal charge. Read more about embezzlement…

Homicide
Homicide is defined as taking a human being's life. When committed without lawful justification, a person accused of committing homicide may face murder or manslaughter charges and the possibility of life in prison or the death penalty. Read more about homicide…

Identity Theft
Identity theft is a modern crime that involves taking or assuming another's identity for the purpose of financial gain or for a similarly unlawful purpose. As most identity theft charges relate to offenses committed over the internet, it is important to work with a firm that has the resources and technical know-how to challenge this type of evidence. Read more about identity theft…

Kidnapping
Kidnapping for ransom, parental kidnapping and false imprisonment are all specific acts that may be considered forms of kidnapping. Depending on the specific case, a defendant may face years or life in prison. Read more about kidnapping…

Manslaughter
A less serious form of criminal homicide than murder, manslaughter typically involves negligent or accidental death or the killing of another in the heat of passion. Read more about manslaughter…

Medical Marijuana
In California, marijuana is recognized for its medicinal value. With a valid prescription, it is legal to possess and use certain amounts of marijuana. However, some still are arrested or face drug charges for marijuana possession and use. Read more about medical marijuana…

Murder
Murder is the most serious crime a person may be accused of committing. Charges of this kind generally involve a person who is accused of intentionally killing another, with malice aforethought and possibly with pre-planning. Read more about murder…

Possession
Possession of a controlled substance is a criminal offense that may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony in Irvine, depending on the type of drug and the amount. We defend those accused of possession with vigor and professionalism. Read more about drug possession…

Prostitution/Solicitation
Exchanging sexual activity for money or other goods is illegal in our state. A defendant may even face prostitution charges for agreeing to or offering the exchange of money for sex, even if the act itself does not take place. Read more about prostitution and solicitation…

Rape
Rape is defined as forced or nonconsensual sexual intercourse. A defendant may face rape charges as an adult who has sex with a minor, for forcible rape or for intercourse without the consent of the victim because he or she was unconscious, mentally ill or otherwise incapacitated. Read more about rape…

Robbery
Theft by force, threat or violence constitutes the criminal act of robbery, and a defendant facing these charges may be at risk of imprisonment for years in state prison. Read more about robbery…

Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is one of the most serious crimes a person may be accused of committing, and unfortunately many people are falsely accused of this crime. At our Irvine firm, we defend the rights of those accused of this and other sex crimes. Read more about sexual assault…

Trafficking
Trafficking illegal narcotics or prescription drugs is generally the most serious type of drug crime that a person may be accused of committing, and if state lines or national borders are crossed, a defendant may face federal charges. Read more about drug trafficking…

Transportation
Drug transportation generally falls under the realm of drug trafficking in criminal charges, and a defendant may face years in prison if convicted of this crime. Read more about drug transportation…

Violent Crimes
Violent crimes, such as assault, murder, forcible rape and armed robbery, are some of the most serious and harshly punished criminal offenses in California. They require immediate and experienced defense counsel from a skilled attorney. Read more about violent crimes…

These are just some of the wide range of charges with which a criminal defense attorney can assist you. Most of the above crimes are felonies that can bring with them long prison terms and an array of other lifelong negative repercussions, so it is imperative to have a skilled legal professional on your side when facing any of these charges.

Rancho Cucamonga Criminal Defense Attorney

If you are facing serious criminal charges, you will need a compassionate but aggressive team of criminal defense lawyers in your corner. Cho, Sheasby, Chung & Ignacio, LLP offers clients sound legal advice and uncompromising representation. Our firm believes that everyone deserves excellent legal counsel, no matter the nature of the charges. That's why we want to put our in-depth knowledge of criminal law to use in assisting you with your case today.

Don't wait to get the help you deserve. If you need strong and immediate legal representation after being arrested on serious charges, contact a Rancho Cucamonga Criminal Defense Lawyer now.