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Can You Beat A California DUI With A Public Defender?

DUI

A DUI conviction carries one of the harshest mandatory penalties in California. From expensive fines and penalty assessments to an automatic suspension of your driver’s license and completion of a DUI education program, a skilled DUI attorney is paramount to the success of your legal defense.

Why Hire An Experienced California DUI Lawyer?

Drunk Driving

DUI charges are the most common serious traffic crimes in California. As a result, police agencies throughout the state make a concerted effort to target drunk drivers for arrest. In addition, the California legislature has continually enacted new DUI laws and amended existing laws to mandate increasingly harsher punishments for those convicted. Many people arrested for DUI in California incorrectly assume they have no hope of avoiding a DUI conviction and driver’s license suspension simply because their breathalyzer and/or blood test yielded BAC results above 0.08.

Criminal Threats Penalties In California

Domestic Violence

California Penal Code 422(a) defines the crime of Criminal Threats as the willful act of threatening, whether in-person, by telephone, or by any other form of electronic communication, to commit a crime which will result in death or great bodily injury to another person with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat.

How to Proceed If Your Child is in Criminal Trouble

Juvenile Crimes

When a youth is arrested, parents often struggle with knowing what to do to ensure the best possible outcome for their kid. Many wish they could defend their kids in court themselves because often parents are willing to do anything. But the best thing you can do as a parent who has a kid in trouble is to get a good criminal defense attorney. Criminal charges can range from an arrest for drug use and driving under the influence to theft and assault and battery, among other charges.

Long Beach Hit & Run Defense

Juvenile Crimes

Free Consultation With A Long Beach Hit & Run Lawyer If you are facing a hit and run charge or investigation in Long Beach, it is urgent that you speak with a qualified criminal defense attorney with extensive experience handling hit & run cases. Far too often, many people make the mistake of speaking to police without first consulting with legal counsel, and as a result, they often make incriminating statements that can damage their legal defense.

Hermosa Beach Criminal Defense

Juvenile Crimes

Criminal and DUI Defense Attorneys In Hermosa Beach, California Former Torrance Court prosecutors, Eugene Hanrahan and Stephen Sitkoff have over 3 decades of experience defending clients arrested in Hermosa Beach. Widely recognized as the premier criminal defense firm in the Los Angeles South Bay, our lawyers have successfully defended criminal charges ranging from minor infractions to misdemeanor and felony offenses, including drunk driving, sex crimes, theft crimes, drug crimes, domestic violence charges, as well as juvenile crimes.

Alhambra Criminal Defense Attorneys | Former Los Angeles Prosecutors

Juvenile Crimes

Alhambra Criminal Defense Attorneys | Former Los Angeles Prosecutors We have been committed to defending clients in Alhambra in criminal and DUI defense cases for over 2 decades. Eugene Hanrahan and Stephen Sitkoff have a wealth of experience prosecuting cases for the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office and have a level of expertise in defending criminal and DUI crimes matched by very few defense attorneys in the Alhambra area. Over the last 3 decades, Mr. Hanrahan and Mr. Sitkoff have developed reputations as two of the premier criminal defense attorneys in Southern California.

Criminal Charges And Medical Licenses

Juvenile Crimes

How Does A Criminal Conviction Affects A Medical License? The California Medical Board evaluates criminal & DUI charges involving physicians and doctors on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to California Business and Professions Code 2236, a conviction of any criminal or DUI offense substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a physician constitutes unprofessional conduct and therefore, serves as cause for independent disciplinary action taken by the Medical Board. In addition to considering the criminal record itself, the Medical Board reviews underlying issues from investigation, arrest, and conviction.

Professional Licenses And Criminal Charges

Juvenile Crimes

Defending Licensed Professionals Against Criminal Charges In Los Angeles Since 1987 From attorneys and physicians to nurses and CPAs, we have successfully defended numerous California licensed professionals charged with both felony and misdemeanor charges.  Enduring a criminal or DUI case can be extremely stressful due to the potential penalties you face. However, the stress can be further compounded if you possess a professional license issued by the state of California.

Orange County DUI Defense

Juvenile Crimes

Experienced Drunk Driving Defense by DUI Attorneys in Orange County Defending OC drivers in complex DUI cases involving alcohol and drugs. Criminal defense attorneys, Eugene Hanrahan and Stephen Sitkoff are respected, skilled Orange County DUI attorneys who have well-established distinctions as experts in drunk driving defense in the OC criminal courts in Westminster, Fullerton, Santa Ana, and Newport Beach. Drawing on their extensive training and experience as former misdemeanor and felony DUI prosecutors, Mr. Hanrahan and Mr. Sitkoff have achieved positive DUI case results in OC since 1987.
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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.
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.

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We wanted to thank you so very much for representing Cory. We could not be more relieved with the outcome. We are so grateful to you and your staff. We know that you worked hard and there were many obstacles. It was a pleasure meeting you and we will definitely recommend you in the future to anyone who may be in need of you services- hopefully not “us” (bet you hear that often!). We filled out your review on AVVO and hope that brings in more business for you. Although, you seem to be extremely busy already…. Are you sure you want more work? Maybe a nice vacation or early retirement would be a better idea?

Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts and God bless you and your family now and always.

M.S, K.S, C.S

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Client

Dear Mr. Kim,

Thank you very much for your efforts to obtain justice for our son.  There was no way that we could have compiled enough information on our son to exonerate him.  Without your assistance, he might have been a casualty of the justice system instead of a success.  You are a very compassionate man who is willing to go the extra mile to help your fellow man.  Our son’s story could have had an unhappy ending if not for your tireless dedication.  God bless you.

D.C.

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Client

Dear Mr. Kim,

I want to thank you for all the tireless work and information you provided to us in the matter of J.C., Jr. We know God placed you in our path.  We have little money but our faith is strong.  We will keep you in our prayers.

I thank you again,

J.C., Sr.

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Client

I have worked in law enforcement for more than 20 years. For 3 years, I was assigned to Court Services Bureau for the largest Sheriff’s Department in the United States. This means I was assigned to various courtrooms as a Bailiff. As a member of a Superior Court staff, I have dealt with many attorneys and law firms. I do not believe you will find a more caring, compassionate, educated, experienced or professional attorney than Mr. Paul Takakjian.

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Owner and CEO of Business Company

I have worked in law enforcement for more than 20 years. For 3 years, I was assigned to Court Services Bureau for the largest Sheriff’s Department in the United States. This means I was assigned to various courtrooms as a Bailiff. As a member of a Superior Court staff, I have dealt with many attorneys and law firms. I do not believe you will find a more caring, compassionate, educated, experienced or professional attorney than Mr. Paul Takakjian.

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