Frequently Asked Questions

Santa Ana Criminal Lawyer

What should I do if I've been arrested or am under investigation?

First of all, exercise your right to remain silent. It is too easy to make comments which can be misconstrued or considered out of context and be used against you. Secondly, it is vital you exercise your right to an attorney and enlist the help of a Santa Ana criminal defense attorney right away. The sooner you have legal representation advocating for your best interests, the more opportunity there is to defend your rights and strategically guide your case toward a favorable outcome.

What can be done in my defense?

There are many possible ways for which your freedom can be fought, depending on the circumstances of your case. Our legal team will investigate all aspects of your arrest, the circumstances of the alleged incident, the evidence against you, relevant precedents and any specifics that will contribute to our full understanding of the case. We will then exploit any and all avenues for having the charges against you dropped or reduced. This may be on the basis of rights violations, law enforcement procedural errors, inadmissibility of evidence and more. We will prepare, negotiate and, as needed, defend you at trial with relentless determination. Mr. Schaffer's 18 years with the District Attorney's Office contributes to all aspects of this process, so you can rest assured, knowing we are preparing your most compelling defense.

Will I face jail or prison time?

Depending on the charges you are facing, the specific circumstances involved in the alleged incident and your criminal record, potential penalties may involve jail or prison time. There are, however, many ways in which your legal representation can fight for the potential sentence to be reduced and aggressively pursue your acquittal to secure your freedom. We invite you to review our site for information on specific charges and to take advantage of our free consultation to find out how we can help you.

Contact a Santa Ana criminal defense attorney for answers to your question s about the charges you are facing.