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Santa Monica Prostitution Lawyers Since 1987 Whether you have been arrested for Prostitution through an undercover sting operation conducted by Santa Monica Police Department or through a police sting operation or were observed by police soliciting a prostitute, it is imperative that you seek the advice of an experienced Santa Monica criminal defense lawyer with expertise defending Prostitution and Solicitation cases in the LAX Courthouse. Santa Monica Prostitution defense lawyers, Eugene Hanrahan and Stephen Sitkoff, are former senior prosecutors with the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office. Mr. Hanrahan and Mr.
Arrested For Prostitution In Long Beach? If you have been recently arrested in Long Beach for Prostitution, your next step should be to immediately consult with experienced Long Beach Prostitution lawyers. The California sex crime of soliciting a prostitute is defined under California Penal Code section 647(b) as: Any person who solicits another for an act of prostitution is guilty of solicitation, whereas any person who agrees to engage or engages in any lewd act for money or other considerations is guilty of prostitution. Prostitution is categorized as a “straight misdemeanor” in Long Beach Court.
Arrested For Solicitation Or Prostitution In Torrance? If you have been arrested by Torrance Police or any other law enforcement agency in the South Bay, it would be wise to immediately consult with a Torrance Prostitution lawyer.
Former Torrance Court Prosecutors And Former Sex Crime Prosecutors | South Bay Sex Crimes Lawyers Since 1987 Have you been arrested or are you under investigation for a Sex Crime? If so, contact our Torrance sex crimes lawyers now for a free consultation to discuss what your next steps should be to protect yourself. Sex crimes are aggressively investigated and prosecuted by both South Bay law enforcement and the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office. The consequences of a sex crime conviction are significant, and the impact can extend beyond the punishment of fines and incarceration.
Santa Monica Criminal Defense Attorneys | Former West LA Prosecutors Whether you have been charged with a minor offense or a serious felony, the skilled Santa Monica criminal defense attorneys at Takakjian & Sitkoff, LLP can make the difference between your freedom or jail. With over 70 years of combined criminal law experience in Los Angeles, Santa Monica criminal defense attorneys Paul Takakjian and Stephen Sitkoff possess the expertise and trial skill to prepare a strong legal defense against your felony or misdemeanor case.
LONG BEACH DRUG POSSESSION LAWYERS SINCE 1987 In Long Beach and throughout Los Angeles, illegal possession of controlled substances is classified into 5 categories under the California Uniform Controlled Substances Act. Drugs and controlled substances with greater potential for physical and psychological dependence have higher rates of abuse and are, therefore, punished more harshly. Long Beach drug possession penalties are influenced by factors such as the drug you possessed, the amount you possessed, whether you had the intent to sell or distribute and your criminal history of drug crimes. In 2014, California voters passed Prop.
West Covina Hit And Run Defense Attorneys | Former Citrus Court DAs Arrested Or Under Investigation For Hit And Run In West Covina? If you have been accused of a Hit and Run in West Covina, it imperative that you consult with a criminal defense lawyer with experience defending Hit and Run charges in Citrus Court. Typically prosecuted as a misdemeanor under California Vehicle Code 20002, you can also be charged with a felony Hit and Run under VC 20001 if you are accused of fleeing the scene of an accident involving injury or death.
Norwalk Criminal Defense Lawyers | Former LA Prosecutors If you have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony crime in or around Norwalk, it would be wise to consult with a criminal defense lawyer with experience defending criminal charges in Norwalk Court. The consequences of a criminal conviction can include jail time, fines, community labor, and probation. However, these consequences can be minimized or completely avoided with the defense representation of an experienced and qualified Norwalk criminal lawyer.
Torrance Hit And Run Defense Lawyers | South Bay Criminal Defense If you have been cited or received a letter from the Torrance police department in connection with a Hit and Run charge, it is best that educate yourself on what to expect next by contacting an experienced criminal defense lawyer with expertise in defending Hit and Run in Torrance. Do not make the mistake of speaking with the police or even insurance companies before consulting with legal counsel.
Los Angeles DUI Lawyers Specializing In Defending Commercial Drivers Your DUI arrest is likely your first criminal offense and with this new experience comes many questions and uncertainties with regard to the impact your DUI case can have on your freedom and liberties. While a first time DUI charge rarely results in jail time, unless your case involves an accident causing injury, or a hit & run under California Vehicle Code 20001, a drunk driving conviction can impact your career and employment, especially if you fall into the category of commercial drivers.
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Stephen Sitkoff

Stephen Sitkoff

Partner and Criminal Defense Attorney

Stephen Sitkoff is a partner at Sitkoff & Hanrahan who started his legal career as a deputy district attorney more than 30 years ago prosecuting cases throughout the LA criminal court system in Southern California.
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Eugene Hanrahan

Partner and Criminal Defense Attorney

Eugene Hanrahan is both a former federal and county prosecutor and partner at Sitkoff & Hanrahan, LLP with two decades of criminal law experience. Mr. Hanrahan’s criminal defense expertise ranges from misdemeanors to serious, complex felony cases.
James Kim

James Kim

Senior Case Analyst

James possesses over a decade of legal experience and serves as the firm’s senior case analyst handling the initial calls from prospective clients.