All Misdemeanors Representation for a Misdemeanor

California Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer

Serving Downey, CA for 35+ Years

Do not be deceived into believing that a misdemeanor, though a lesser charge than a felony, requires little legal representation. While the consequences are not as severe as a felony, you still require intelligent legal representation if you aim to achieve the best possible results in your case.

When you are charged with a misdemeanor in California, both your freedom and reputation are at stake. That is why the most important step you must take is to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to protect your rights throughout the entire legal process. At The Law Office of Ronald M. Hall, our Downey misdemeanor defense attorney has more than four decades of experience handling a wide range of misdemeanors and helping our clients obtain the most favorable outcome, which includes not serving any time behind bars.

Charged with a misdemeanor? The Law Office of Ronald M. Hall offers free consultations to start your defense. Contact us online or call (562) 268-5522 today. 

What is Considered a Misdemeanor in California?

In California, crimes are organized into the categories "misdemeanor" and "felony" to distinguish between lesser and greater offenses. A misdemeanor is the less serious classification of the two, and carries less severe penalties.

However, a conviction of a misdemeanor in California will go on your criminal record, which can affect your reputation and ability to find work. Additionally, the penalties for a misdemeanor can still be significant, often including jail time and fines.

List of Misdemeanors in California

Crimes charged as misdemeanors in the state of California include, but are not limited to:

  • DUI (Vehicle Code 23152): While DUI charges are typically considered more serious, first-time offenses without aggravating factors might be charged as misdemeanors.
  • Petty theft, including shoplifting (Penal Code 484/488): Petty theft involves stealing property or goods with a value typically less than $950.
    • (Penal Code 459.5): Shoplifting occurs when someone enters a commercial establishment with the intent to steal merchandise.
  • Disturbing the Peace (Penal Code 415): Disturbing the peace includes engaging in loud or offensive behavior that disrupts the peace and tranquility of others.
  • Reckless driving (Vehicle Code 23103): Reckless driving involves operating a vehicle with a willful disregard for the safety of others or property.
  • "Simple assault" (Penal Code 240): Simple assault involves the intentional use of force or violence against another person.
  • Vandalism (Penal Code 594): Vandalism involves defacing, damaging, or destroying someone else's property without their consent.
  • Disorderly conduct, such as public drunkenness (Penal Code 647): Disorderly conduct covers a range of disruptive behaviors, such as disturbing the peace, loitering, or engaging in lewd conduct in public.
    • Public Intoxication (Penal Code 647(f)): Being drunk in public to the point where you are unable to care for your safety or the safety of others can lead to a public intoxication charge.
  • Trespassing (Penal Code 602): Trespassing involves entering or remaining on someone else's property without permission. 
     
  • Additional misdemeanors include:

Though many of these crimes seem minor, the courts are not lenient in pursuing an aggressive sentence against the individual who allegedly committed the crime. For additional information on current CA laws, visit this website.

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