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San Luis Obispo Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Law Offices of Robert Bettencourt

3.3
2 Reviews

  • 1302 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • The Law Offices of Robert Bettencourt, work hard to obtain the best results for our clients, and to provide quality family law services at a reasonable cost. We are committed to... Read More

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Maurice Bettencourt
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James McKiernan Lawyers

4.9
121 Reviews

  • 21 Santa Rosa Street, Suite 300, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Automobile Accidents & Personal Injury Lawyers Representing Injured Victims

  • Criminal Law LawyersAuto Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, and 22 more

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James McKiernan
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Gamble & Garcia, Attorneys at Law

4.5
3 Reviews

  • 2146 Parker Street, Suite A-3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • For over 50 years, Gamble & Garcia, Attorneys at Law has been a trusted name on the Central Coast, dedicated to safeguarding the rights of individuals in personal injury, criminal... Read More

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Kizzy Garcia
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The May Firm

5.0
31 Reviews

  • 297 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+8 locations

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers2 awards

  • We fight for our family

  • Criminal Law LawyersCar Accidents, Truck Accidents, and 30 more

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Robert May
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Tatum Law Group, APC

5.0
30 Reviews

  • 1119 Palm Street, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Compassionate, Knowledgeable, and Experienced Legal Representation Advocating for Justice in Criminal Defense, Employment Law, and Personal Injury Cases.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Employment Law, and 4 more

Mary Tatum
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Maguire & Ashbaugh

  • 991 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Louis Koory, Esq.

  • 1026 Palm St., Ste. 212, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Ilan Funke-Bilu

  • 1008 Walnut St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Alton & Allen, Inc.

  • 1310 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Paul M. Phillips, Attorney at Law

  • 960 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Law Office of Thomas G. McCormick

  • San Luis Obispo, CA 93406

Wilson & Wilson

  • 960 Toro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Jeffrey D. Stulberg A Law Corporation

  • 1042 Palm St., 2nd Fl., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Stein, Casciola and Galambos, LLP

  • 1119 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3113

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KC Branch Firm A California Law Firm

  • 1177 Marsh Street, Suite 100, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

The Law Office of Matthew Kraut

  • 956 Walnut Street, Suite 201, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Mclennan Law

  • 1022 Mill St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Edward Lloyd Somogyi

  • 4251 S. Higuera St., Ste. 101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7739

J. Barry Schiavo

  • 1141 Pacific St., Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Law Offices of William M. Aron

  • 505 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

The Law Office of Hurst and Ortiz

  • 1042 Palm St., 2nd Fl., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Mueller & Mueller, Attorneys at Law

  • 1026 Palm St., Ste. 212, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Employer Advocates Group LC

  • 735 Tank Farm Road, Suite 130B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

O'Neill & Woolpert

  • 1014 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3221

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John F. Sachs A Professional Law Corporation

  • 1510 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Law Offices of Linden N. Mackaoui

  • 992 Monterey St., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Frederick F. Foss

  • 1119 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Mary Ann Foster

  • 1264 Higuera St., Ste. 208, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3124

Laura Petty Law

  • San Luis Obispo, CA 93403

Law Offices of Jere N. Sullivan, Jr.

  • 1141 Pacific Street, Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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4.3

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I use self defense as a defense why I am carrying a gun?

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Answered by attorney Terry Alan Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Nelson & Lawless
You can try to assert anything you like. Whether it is a valid defense or works is a different question. It is illegal to carry a concealed weapon. You were caught with one after a complaint you had brandished one. You can see the credibility of the claim you face. Your version of the facts will be assessed as to credibility and validity in this case. When charged with any crime, the proper questions are, can any evidence obtained in a search or statement be used against you, can you be convicted, and what can you do? A little free advice: exercise the 5th Amendment right to SHUT UP and do NOT talk to police or anyone about the case except with and through an attorney. Raise all appropriate defenses with whatever witnesses, evidence and sympathies are available for legal and factual arguments, for evidence suppression, search and seizure, or other motions, or for trial. Effective plea-bargaining, using those defenses, could possibly reduce the potential time and other penalties you face. No amount of free 'tips and hints' from here or elsewhere are going to effectively help in a legal defense. If you think you can defend yourself pro per against these felonies without an attorney, you are probably making a much bigger mistake than carrying a conceal gun without the required permit. If you don't know how to represent yourself effectively against an experienced prosecutor intending to convict, then hire an attorney who does, who will try to get a dismissal, charge reduction, diversion, programs, or other decent outcome through motions, plea bargain, or take it to trial if appropriate.
You can try to assert anything you like. Whether it is a valid defense or works is a different question. It is illegal to carry a concealed weapon. You were caught with one after a complaint you had brandished one. You can see the credibility of the claim you face. Your version of the facts will be assessed as to credibility and validity in this case. When charged with any crime, the proper questions are, can any evidence obtained in a search or statement be used against you, can you be convicted, and what can you do? A little free advice: exercise the 5th Amendment right to SHUT UP and do NOT talk to police or anyone about the case except with and through an attorney. Raise all appropriate defenses with whatever witnesses, evidence and sympathies are available for legal and factual arguments, for evidence suppression, search and seizure, or other motions, or for trial. Effective plea-bargaining, using those defenses, could possibly reduce the potential time and other penalties you face. No amount of free 'tips and hints' from here or elsewhere are going to effectively help in a legal defense. If you think you can defend yourself pro per against these felonies without an attorney, you are probably making a much bigger mistake than carrying a conceal gun without the required permit. If you don't know how to represent yourself effectively against an experienced prosecutor intending to convict, then hire an attorney who does, who will try to get a dismissal, charge reduction, diversion, programs, or other decent outcome through motions, plea bargain, or take it to trial if appropriate.
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I got a fare evasion citation (infraction) in California would that come in a background check for employment?

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Answered by attorney Terry Alan Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Nelson & Lawless
Every citation, arrest, charge, conviction or plea is part of your permanent record. If you have factual or legal grounds on which to defend it and seek dismissal motion or expect to get a not guilty verdict at trial, sure, hire an attorney to help you.
Every citation, arrest, charge, conviction or plea is part of your permanent record. If you have factual or legal grounds on which to defend it and seek dismissal motion or expect to get a not guilty verdict at trial, sure, hire an attorney to help you.
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What will likely happen next on an attempted check forgery/bank fraud?

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Answered by attorney Steven Jed Alpers (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
Hard to say. The DA has discretion to file or not to file and? they can push for jail, or prison, or straight probation without jail or prison. The fact that there is no loss means you have a chance at a lower punishment. Trying it twice may be a factor on the other side of the issue. You need a lawyer.
Hard to say. The DA has discretion to file or not to file and? they can push for jail, or prison, or straight probation without jail or prison. The fact that there is no loss means you have a chance at a lower punishment. Trying it twice may be a factor on the other side of the issue. You need a lawyer.
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