MISDEMEANORS

Misdemeanors are less serious crimes than felonies.  Still, many misdemeanor convictions can result in local jail time (up to one year) or a “work release” program, registration requirements, a court order to participate in drug, parenting, or anger management classes, plus unsupervised probation.  All of these consequences can cost you time, money, and maybe even a job or licsense.  The criminal defense attorneys at Connally & Gardner can help.  Examples of the many types of misdemeanor cases we can handle for you are:

*Drugs
*DUI
*Domestic violence or child abuse
*Assault and Battery
*Weapons charges
*Theft Crimes
*Vandalism

Like felonies, misdemeanor cases begin with charges filed by the District Attorney’s Office and an arraignment on those charges.  That is followed by at least one pretrial hearing, at which time early negotiations to settle your case can begin.  At Connally & Gardner, we approach and prepare our misdemeanor cases the same way we do our felony cases – we obtain all reports and evidence that will be used against you, we explore legal issues and pursue any investigation that may turn the case to your advantage, and we take time to explain to you the procedures you will encounter and the choices you must make as your case works its way through the criminal justice system.

If you want to settle your case through a plea bargain, we can often negotiate with the prosecutor for such things as less jail time in exchange for a higher fine, or a lesser charge after successful completion of a drug rehab program.  If you were illegally detained, questioned, or searched by law enforcement, we can challenge the use of evidence collected following those illegal acts.

We are Inland Empire criminal defense attorneys who are familiar with local prosecutors, judges, procedures, and programs.  We can help you navigate the system and we will work for any realistic result you desire.

With Donna Connally or Marcie Gardner, you get an attorney who is aggressive, creative, and informed.

Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation so that we can meet in person. If you need an attorney for a friend or family member who is in jail, we will also make a free jail visit so that s/he can meet us.

We accept payment by cash, check, or credit card (Visa, MC, Am Ex). Convenient weekend and after-hours appointments can be arranged.

(909) 635-2028
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