Criminal Defense

Acts that violate the laws set forth by the government and state of California are considered criminal, which means that they are punishable by legal authority.  Criminal laws are very strict, and they mandate severe penalties for violators.  If convicted of a criminal offense, you could face punishments such as imprisonment, monetary fines, and harsh probation terms.  Your criminal record will also be permanently damaged.  Unfortunately, the problems do not stop after the legal process.  Your criminal conviction can cause limitations to your housing, education, and employment opportunities well into the future. A felony conviction may even impact your ability to own a firearm or work in certain professions. A sex crime conviction will also result in mandatory sex offender registration for life, something that will forever impact your acceptance in society. 

In California, criminal offenses include, but are not limited to, drug crimes (possession or distribution of narcotics), sex crimes (rape, child molestation, or sexual assault), and theft crimes (arson, burglary, or robbery). These may be classified according to the potential sentences that a judge may enforce upon a conviction. A misdemeanor is a crime punishable by up to 12 months in county jail and is a lesser offense than a felony, which is punishable by a minimum of 1 year in state prison. Serious felonies may be punishable by up to life imprisonment or even the death penalty in extreme cases.

If you have been arrested in or around Riverside, your first step should be contacting an experienced criminal defense attorney. It is important to remember that you have the right to criminal defense counsel. Exercising this right early in the process - if possible before charges are even filed against you - can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. You will have a legal professional actively protecting your Constitutional rights through every step of your case, challenging the District Attorney's case against you to seek the most advantageous outcome possible.

Riverside Criminal Defense Attorney  

If you have been charged with a crime, it is imperative that you speak with a criminal defense lawyer immediately.  Gregory H. Comings is a reputable California criminal defense attorney who can answer all of your criminal law questions.  Attorney Comings will advise you throughout your case process, making sure that you are always well-informed.  We have helped clients throughout San Bernardino and Riverside County by aggressively fighting their criminal charges and protecting their rights from the very beginning.  Understanding your individual rights and the legal system is the best way to establish your defense.  Let our firm inform you of your options.

Contact a Riverside Criminal Defense Lawyer at our law firm today to learn more about how we can help in the face of an arrest or criminal charges of any kind.