SAN PEDRO CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER
San Pedro, CA is a neighborhood in southwestern Los Angeles, bordering Long Beach, Harbor City, Wilmington, Lomita, Palos Verdes and the Pacific Ocean.  Also nearby are Torrance and Carson.  The 110 and 710 Freeways Connect San Pedro with Los Angeles.  Route 1, the Pacific Coast Highway connects San Pedro to Long Beach and other coastal cities in LA County.

San Pedro has about 80,000 residents.  With large populations of residents from Croatia, Italy, Portugal and Mexico, San Pedro has a very diverse population.  Industry in San Pedro was historically based in the fishing and shipping industries.  Today, the Port of Los Angeles and nearby Terminal Island make a significant portion of the economy.

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Crime rates in San Pedro are about average for Los Angeles City and County, with crime rates in San Pedro being higher than nearby Palos Verdes, but lower than nearby Wilmington and Harbor City.  Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and Los Angeles Sheriff's Department are in charge of law enforcement for the San Pedro neighborhood.  Crimes are prosecuted by the Los Angeles City Attorney and the Los Angeles District Attorney.  Criminal cases are heard at the LA Superior Court.

As with most of LA and California, DUI and DOMESTIC VIOLENCE enforcement in San Pedro are quite strict.  Other criminal offenses include:  DRUG CRIMES, DUI CAUSING INJURY, DUI W/ PRIOR, FELONY DUI, VIOLENT CRIMES, THEFT CRIMES, PROSTITUTION/SOLICITATION, WEAPONS OFFENSES, SEX CRIMES, HOMICIDE, JUVENILE OFFENSES, PROBATION VIOLATIONS, FELONY, MISDEMEANOR, MARIJUANA, DUI DRUGS, GANG CASES, VANDALISM, EXPUNGEMENT, APPEALS, CIVIL RIGHTS, THREE STRIKES, INFRACTION (TRAFFIC), ILLEGAL FIREWORKS, JURY TRIALS, WATSON MURDER, FINANCIAL CRIMES, FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE and MORE.

In Los Angeles, San Pedro or Long Beach DUI cases, we can help you assert the defenses available (Including: Mouth Alcohol, Rising BAC, How Accurate are Breathalyzers?,  Did Police Follow Proper Testing Procedure, Do Field Sobriety Tests Prove Anything, Alcohol and Drugs are NOT the Only Causes of Bad Driving).  Drug crimes might have a viable motion to suppress if the police violated your rights or other defenses.  Each case is different and fact-specific.

SOME EXAMPLES OF SAN PEDRO ARRESTS AND/OR CRIMINAL CHARGES:
(1)  John, a San Pedro resident is in Downtown Long Beach for dinner.  While at dinner, he and his friend share a bottle of wine.  While driving home, John hits the car in front of him while sending a text message in San Pedro.  LAPD officers come to the scene and to car and suspect that John is guilty of DUI.  After performing some field sobriety tests and a quick breath test at the scene (PAS device), John is placed under arrest and taken to the station.  At the station, John's BAC is higher on the breath test performed at the station.  John's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney asserts a Rising BAC defense on John's behalf, showing that the evidence of his later high BAC did not prove he was above the legal limit at the time of driving.  Alcohol takes time to absorb into the blood stream, and John was not yet impaired by the wine he drank at the time of his driving.  This defense works in court and with the DMV hearing.

(2)  Kara, a Wilmington resident, is caught by a retailer stealing several high-priced cosmetics products by placing them into another shopping bag.  Kara is stopped before exiting the store and police are called.  She is arrested and charged with petty theft/theft from a merchant (PC 484/PC 490.5).  Kara's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer negotiates a civil compromise with the shop owner and the judge dismisses the case pursuant to Wendy's agreement to pay the store a fee.

(3)  Edwin and Maria are married and live together in San Pedro.  A neighbor calls the police when they hear Edwin and Maria arguing, and hear glass break.  Neither Edwin nor Maria speak great English, and the police officer called to the scene is not able to properly figure out what happened.  He arrests Edwin, seeing a large red mark on Maria's arm.  It turns out the red mark is a permanent birthmark, and that he had nothing to do with it.  Edwin's LA criminal defense lawyer gets sworn statements from Maria and her doctor, and persuades the prosecutor to dismiss the case before filing.

(4)  Nadia, a college student who lives in Long Beach, is stopped by LAPD while walking around San Pedro with some friends during a night out. She had been drinking that night and was singing, loudly.  The officer asks Nadia if she has anything illegal on her, and she volunteered a bag of cocaine that she had in her purse.  Nadia was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance (HS 11350).  Nadia's lawyer is able to work out a diversion program, whereby Nadia can participate in a drug treatment class and get her case dismissed.  No jail, no criminal conviction.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in San Pedro, PV, Lomita, Wilmington, Terminal Island, Harbor City, Long Beach, Torrance, Carson, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney.  

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

Published By: Nicholas Loncar | Written by Nicholas Loncar

Bellflower, CA is a city in Southeastern Los Angeles County, nearby Norwalk, Paramount, Downey, Lakewood Cerritos, Buena Park and Long Beach.  Convenient to the 105, 605, 710, 91 and 5 Freeways, getting to Bellflower from Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange County, South LA, the San Gabriel Valley and East LA are all fairly easy.  Bellflower has a population of just over 75,000 residents.  Bellflower is fairly diverse for LA County, with just about half of the population being Hispanic or Latino, and with sizable, white, black and Asian populations.

Bellflower has slightly above-average income and home values for California.  Crime rates in Bellflower are fairly average for the United States and slightly below average for Los Angeles.  Still, crimes do happen, and arrests and criminal charges are fairly common.  As with most of LA and California, DUI and DOMESTIC VIOLENCE enforcement in Bellflower are quite strict.  Other criminal offenses include:  DRUG CRIMES, DUI CAUSING INJURY, DUI W/ PRIOR, FELONY DUI, VIOLENT CRIMES, THEFT CRIMES, PROSTITUTION/SOLICITATION, WEAPONS OFFENSES, SEX CRIMES, HOMICIDE, JUVENILE OFFENSES, PROBATION VIOLATIONS, FELONY, MISDEMEANOR, MARIJUANA, DUI DRUGS, GANG CASES, VANDALISM, EXPUNGEMENT, APPEALS, CIVIL RIGHTS, THREE STRIKES, INFRACTION (TRAFFIC), ILLEGAL FIREWORKS, JURY TRIALS, WATSON MURDER, FINANCIAL CRIMES, FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE and MORE.

Los Angeles Sheriff's Department is in charge of law enforcement for Bellflower.  Criminal matters (misdemeanors and felonies) are heard at the Bellflower Courthouse, and are prosecuted by the LA County District Attorney's Office.  Laws are strictly enforced and violations are aggressively prosecuted in Bellflower.  If you have been arrested in Bellflower, Long Beach, Cerritos, Downey, Norwalk, Bell Gardens, Buena Park, Lakewood, Paramount, Santa Fe Springs, Lynwood, South Gate, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney on your side to fight for you, asserting your rights and working hard to achieve the best outcome possible in your case.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyer.  888.200.9454

EXAMPLE OF A BELLFLOWER ARREST AND CRIMINAL CASE:
Victor, a Long Beach resident, is at a barbecue celebrating a relative's high school graduation in Bellflower.  At the barbecue, Victor has 3-4 beers, and also eats a large amount of food.  He does not feel the effects of alcohol, as the drinks were spread out, he had a large meal and is a big guy.  He has no doubt about his ability to safely drive a car home.  Victor, unfortunately, does not have a valid California driver's license; it had been suspended due to a failure to appear in court on a traffic violation.

Victor knows that his license has been suspended and is driving very carefully.  He is sure to maintain a safe speed, stay in his lane and keep a safe distance from other vehicles.  After driving about a mile, Victor sees a police car following him closely.  After a few seconds, the LASD officer puts on his lights to pull Victor over.  The traffic stop is on a busy street, lined with gas stations and restaurants.

The officer approaches Victor and asks him if he knows why he is being pulled over.  Victor replies that he does not know.  The officer then asks Victor if he had been drinking any alcohol.  Although Victor has a right to refuse to answer that question, he admits to having two beers at a graduation party.  The officer asks Victor to step out of the vehicle and begins a DUI investigation.  Victor performs the field sobriety tests pretty well and submits to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) device (a handheld breathalyzer law enforcement officers use at the scene to determine if a driver is DUI).  The PAS device yields results of .11 and .10.  This is just above the legal limit of .08.  Victor is placed under arrest for DUI.

After arresting Victor, the officer searches the passenger compartment of Victor's vehicle, finding a bag of what appears to be methamphetamine in a backpack in the back seat.  Victor is now charged with DUI (VC 23152(a) and VC 23152(b)) and possession of a controlled substance (HS 11377).  Due to not having a license, Victor is also charged with driving on a suspended license (VC 14601).  Victor is released that night, but must appear at Downey Courthouse in about a month.

Victor hires a skilled Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney and DUI Lawyer, who immediately recognizes that Victor's best defense is to file a PC 1538.5 Motion to Suppress evidence on grounds that the stop violated Victor's Fourth Amendment rights against illegal search and seizure by police.  The lawyer obtains copies of the video on the officer's patrol car, as well as surveillance from a fast food restaurant.  Both videos show that Victor has not committed any traffic violation that would justify the stop.  Victor's lawyer files the motion and it is granted.  Since the initial stop violated Victor's rights, ALL of the evidence the officer gathered after the stop is excluded.  All charges against Victor are dismissed.  

Victor's lawyer had also scheduled a DMV hearing to save Victor's license from suspension by the DMV for the DUI arrest.  After a DUI arrest where the chemical tests show a BAC (blood alcohol concentration) above the legal limit of .08, the DMV will automatically suspend the driver's license 30 days after the arrest, unless a hearing is scheduled within 10 days of arrest.  Victor's lawyer uses the same argument at the DMV hearing to get Victor's suspension set aside.  He has also cleared the failure to appear in traffic court on Victor's behalf.  Victor now has his license back and has no criminal convictions on his record.  Best possible result!

Being arrested and charged with a crime is scary.  We can help!  If you have been arrested or charged with a crime anywhere in LA, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation.

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

Valley Village, CA is a small neighborhood located in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley.  Valley Village covers a small area of land just north of Studio City.  Also nearby are Toluca Lake, North Hollywood, Van Nuys and Sherman Oaks.  Valley Village has a population of just around 25,000, smaller than the other nearby neighborhoods. 

Valley Village is nearby our office, located on Ventura Blvd in Studio City.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), is in charge of law enforcement for the region.  Criminal cases, including misdemeanors, felonies and traffic all proceed to the Van Nuys Courthouse.  Crime rates in Valley Village are fairly average for the United States and slightly below average for Los Angeles.  Still, crimes do happen, and arrests and criminal charges are fairly common.  

As with most of LA and California, DUI and DOMESTIC VIOLENCE enforcement in Valley Village, Toluka Lake, North Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys and Studio City are quite strict.  Other criminal offenses include:  DRUG CRIMES, DUI CAUSING INJURY, DUI W/ PRIOR, FELONY DUI, VIOLENT CRIMES, THEFT CRIMES, PROSTITUTION/SOLICITATION, WEAPONS OFFENSES, SEX CRIMES, HOMICIDE, JUVENILE OFFENSES, PROBATION VIOLATIONS, FELONY, MISDEMEANOR, MARIJUANA, DUI DRUGS, GANG CASES, VANDALISM, EXPUNGEMENT, APPEALS, CIVIL RIGHTS, THREE STRIKES, INFRACTION (TRAFFIC), ILLEGAL FIREWORKS, JURY TRIALS, WATSON MURDER, FINANCIAL CRIMES, FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE and MORE.

If you have been arrested in Valley Village, Studio City, North Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, Toluca Lake, Burbank, Van Nuys, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney on your side to fight for you, asserting your rights and working hard to achieve the best outcome possible in your case.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyer. 888.200.9454

EXAMPLE OF A VALLEY VILLAGE ARREST AND CRIMINAL CASE:
Sal, a Valley Village resident and bartender at a restaurant in Studio City, is getting off of work after a long shift one night.  He drives home and sees two car parked in his driveway.  One car belongs to his girlfriend, the other he does not recognize.  Sal enters his home and overhears his girlfriend, Jen having sex with someone else.  He barges into the bedroom, catches his girlfriend cheating on him and starts yelling at both of them.  He demands that the unknown man get out of his house immediately.  He says "if you don't get out of here right now, I'm going to kill you."

The man leaves and calls the police, describing to them what had just happened.  LAPD officers go to Sal's house to see what is going on.  Upon arrival, they find Sal throwing his girlfriend's belongings out onto the front curb.  She is standing in the driveway, by her car crying and screaming.  Jen has red marks on her neck from having sex with the other man, but Sal did not hit, push or touch Jen.  Angry about Sal's reaction, Jen tells the officer that Sal pushed her, slapped her in the face and choked her.

Sal is arrested under felony charges for causing injury to a spouse or cohabitant (PC 273.5) and criminal threats (PC 422).  Sal has no criminal record.  He bails out and hires a skilled Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to aggressively pursue a dismissal of his case.  Sal's lawyer gets a private investigator to question Jen as well as the man she had been cheating on Sal with.  Jen admits that she was angry and that Sal did not touch her.  The man also admits that he put his hand around Jen's neck, at her request during a consensual sexual encounter.  Further, both witnesses say that the alleged threat was conditional on the man leaving the house.  Conditional threats do not fall within the conduct made illegal under PC 422.

Sal's attorney forwards the investigator's reports to the LAPD detective assigned the case and to the LA District Attorney's Office in Van Nuys.  The reports convince the DA's office to reject the case, and it is sent to the LA City Attorney's Office, also in Van Nuys.  Sal's lawyer forwards the investigative reports to the City Attorney's office as well, and sets up a meeting with the prosecutor.  The City Attorney's office agrees not to file the case.  Not only will Sal not have a criminal conviction, but because his case was not file, he is eligible to petition the court to seal and destroy his arrest record.  This is a great outcome for Sal, and the right outcome, considering he had done nothing wrong.

Being arrested or charged with a crime is a scary process.  You could be facing, in addition to a misdemeanor or felony conviction on your record, jail time, fines, loss of driving privilege, loss of professional license or career, immigration consequences and more.  If you have been arrested or are being charged with a crime in Valley Village, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Burbank, Toluca Lake or anywhere else in the San Fernando Valley or Los Angeles, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar for a free consultation.

Nicholas Loncar, Esq.
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
Los Angeles DUI Lawyer
t: 818-646-8788 | f: 818-646-8772
MOBILE: 323-803-4352
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com
TOLL FREE: 888.200.9454

DOWNEY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER
Downey, CA is a city in Southeastern Los Angeles County, nearby Norwalk, Paramount, Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Santa Fe Springs, South Gate, Lynwood and Pico Rivera.  Convenient to the 5, 605, 710, 90 and 19 Freeways, getting to Downey from Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange County, South LA, the San Gabriel Valley and East LA are all fairly easy.  Downey has a population of over 110,000 residents, largely Latino.

Downey has slightly above-average income and home values for California.  Crime rates in Downey are fairly average for the United States and slightly below average for Los Angeles.  Still, crimes do happen, and arrests and criminal charges are fairly common.  As with most of LA and California, DUI and DOMESTIC VIOLENCE enforcement in Downey are quite strict.  Other criminal offenses include:  DRUG CRIMES, DUI CAUSING INJURY, DUI W/ PRIOR, FELONY DUI, VIOLENT CRIMES, THEFT CRIMES, PROSTITUTION/SOLICITATION, WEAPONS OFFENSES, SEX CRIMES, HOMICIDE, JUVENILE OFFENSES, PROBATION VIOLATIONS, FELONY, MISDEMEANOR, MARIJUANA, DUI DRUGS, GANG CASES, VANDALISM, EXPUNGEMENT, APPEALS, CIVIL RIGHTS, THREE STRIKES, INFRACTION (TRAFFIC), ILLEGAL FIREWORKS, JURY TRIALS, WATSON MURDER, FINANCIAL CRIMES, FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE and MORE.

Downey Police Department is in charge of law enforcement for Downey.  Criminal matters (misdemeanors and felonies) are heard at the Downey Courthouse, prosecuted by the LA County District Attorney's Office.  Laws are strictly enforced and violations are aggressively prosecuted in Downey.  If you have been arrested in Downey, Norwalk, Bell Gardens, Bellflower, Paramount, Santa Fe Springs, Lynwood, South Gate, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney on your side to fight for you, asserting your rights and working hard to achieve the best outcome possible in your case.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyer.  888.200.9454

EXAMPLE OF A DOWNEY ARREST AND CRIMINAL CASE:
Victor, a Norwalk resident, is at a barbecue celebrating a relative's high school graduation in Downey.  At the barbecue, Victor has 3-4 beers, and also eats a large amount of food.  He does not feel the effects of alcohol, as the drinks were spread out, he had a large meal and is a big guy.  He has no doubt about his ability to safely drive a car home.  Victor, unfortunately, does not have a valid California driver's license; it had been suspended due to a failure to appear in court on a traffic violation.

Victor knows that his license has been suspended and is driving very carefully.  He is sure to maintain a safe speed, stay in his lane and keep a safe distance from other vehicles.  After driving about a mile, Victor sees a police car following him closely.  After a few seconds, the Downey PD officer puts on his lights to pull Victor over.  The traffic stop is on a busy street, lined with gas stations and restaurants.

The officer approaches Victor and asks him if he knows why he is being pulled over.  Victor replies that he does not know.  The officer then asks Victor if he had been drinking any alcohol.  Although Victor has a right to refuse to answer that question, he admits to having two beers at a graduation party.  The officer asks Victor to step out of the vehicle and begins a DUI investigation.  Victor performs the field sobriety tests pretty well and submits to a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) device (a handheld breathalyzer law enforcement officers use at the scene to determine if a driver is DUI).  The PAS device yields results of .11 and .10.  This is just above the legal limit of .08.  Victor is placed under arrest for DUI.

After arresting Victor, the officer searches the passenger compartment of Victor's vehicle, finding a bag of what appears to be methamphetamine in a backpack in the back seat.  Victor is now charged with DUI (VC 23152(a) and VC 23152(b)) and possession of a controlled substance (HS 11377).  Due to not having a license, Victor is also charged with driving on a suspended license (VC 14601).  Victor is released that night, but must appear at Downey Courthouse in about a month.

Victor hires a skilled Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney and DUI Lawyer, who immediately recognizes that Victor's best defense is to file a PC 1538.5 Motion to Suppress evidence on grounds that the stop violated Victor's Fourth Amendment rights against illegal search and seizure by police.  The lawyer obtains copies of the video on the officer's patrol car, as well as surveillance from a fast food restaurant.  Both videos show that Victor has not committed any traffic violation that would justify the stop.  Victor's lawyer files the motion and it is granted.  Since the initial stop violated Victor's rights, ALL of the evidence the officer gathered after the stop is excluded.  All charges against Victor are dismissed.  

Victor's lawyer had also scheduled a DMV hearing to save Victor's license from suspension by the DMV for the DUI arrest.  After a DUI arrest where the chemical tests show a BAC (blood alcohol concentration) above the legal limit of .08, the DMV will automatically suspend the driver's license 30 days after the arrest, unless a hearing is scheduled within 10 days of arrest.  Victor's lawyer uses the same argument at the DMV hearing to get Victor's suspension set aside.  He has also cleared the failure to appear in traffic court on Victor's behalf.  Victor now has his license back and has no criminal convictions on his record.  Best possible result!

Being arrested and charged with a crime is scary.  We can help!  If you have been arrested or charged with a crime anywhere in LA, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation.  888.200.9454

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

CANOGA PARK CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER
Canoga Park, CA is located in the Western San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles.  Bordering Canoga Park are Woodland Hills, West Hills, Chatsworth and Winnetka.  Also nearby are Aguora Hills, Calabasas, Mission Hills, Reseda, and more.  Canoga Park has approximately 60,000 residents and a highly diverse population.  Canoga Park has average income and crime rates for Los Angeles, but has lower income and higher crime than other nearby neighborhoods.  Canoga Park is not far from our office, located on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) provides law enforcement services to Canoga Park, operating out of the Topanga Substation.  Criminal matters are heard at the Van Nuys Courthouse, with the LA City Attorney's Office prosecuting misdemeanors, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office prosecuting felonies.  Traffic matters in Canoga Park proceed to the Chatsworth courthouse.

With average crime rates for Los Angeles, Canoga Park sees a wide range of crime.  Much like the rest of LA, Canoga Park has strict enforcement and aggressive prosecution in DUI and Domestic Violence cases.  Also common in Canoga Park are arrests and criminal charges for: Drug Crimes (including marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and prescription pills, varying from simple possession to sales and transportation), Theft Crimes (ranging from petty theft to serious felonies like burglary and robbery), up to more serious Violent Crimes, Gang Offenses, Homicide and more.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Woodland Hills, Van Nuys, Winnetka, Northridge, the San Fernando Valley or anywhere else in Los Angeles, you need the advice of a skilled, passionate LA Criminal Defense Lawyer.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney.  818-646-8788

EXAMPLE OF A CANOGA PARK ARREST AND CRIMINAL CASE:
John, a plumber, has had back pain for several years.  His job involves a lot of strain on his back and he had previously been prescribed Vicodin to help him manage the pain.  After about 10 months of taking the medication, John could no longer afford health coverage, and could not afford to pay for frequent doctor's visits.  John's father also was prescribed pain medications, and gave John 20 pills each month so that John could manage to get through his hard work day.

One day, while John is backing out of a driveway at one of his job sites, he hits another vehicle.  An LAPD officer comes out to write up a traffic collision investigation report.  While talking to both parties, the officer asks John if he takes any medications.  John admitted to the officer that he takes pain medication for his back.  The officer asked John to perform some field sobriety tests, and John agreed (note: he has a right to refuse to perform field sobriety tests and should refuse).  John lost his balance while trying to perform the one leg stand test.  John is arrested for DUI and taken to the station for a blood test.  He now must appear in Van Nuys Court to defend against charges that he violated VC 23152(a) and 23152(b).  Unlike alcohol-related DUIs, John will not need to schedule a DMV hearing.  His license will only be suspended if he is convicted of DUI.  Fortunately, John is not in possession of any of the pills his father had given him.  If he had been found with the pills, he would face a felony possession of a controlled substance charge per HS 11350.  It is also important to note that even if John has a valid prescription, he can still be prosecuted for DUI if the government shows that the medication has impaired his ability to drive.

John hires a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to represent him in his DUI case.  John's lawyer has an accident reconstructionist interview John, the other driver and the police officers accident report, and has a toxicology expertreview the blood results and exploit other holes in the government's case.  The attorney also gets a statement from John's physician stating that his back problems would make it difficult for him to stand on one leg.  Relying on the government's evidence (the evidence in the officer's report) is not likely to get the best result.  But with independent, new evidence, John has a much better chance to get a dismissal, a reduced charge, or, if necessary, win his DUI case at a jury trial.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Canoga Park, Woodland Hills, West Hills, Northridge, Winnetka, Chatsworth, Reseda, Tarzana, Van Nuys, or anywhere else in the San Fernando Valley or Los Angeles, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney.  818-646-8788

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq.
t: 818-646-8788 | f: 818-646-8772
MOBILE: 323-803-4352
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com
[email protected]

By Nicholas Loncar

West Hollywood, CA is a city on Los Angeles' west side.  Bordering Hollywood, Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills and LA's Fairfax district, West Hollywood has a population of just under 35,000.  Despite its small residential population, West Hollywood has become an important part of LA life and culture.  With some of the best restaurants and nightlife in Los Angeles, West Hollywood has certainly made a name for itself as an entertainment destination for Angelenos and tourists alike.  Sunset Boulevard and Melrose Avenue are big draws for West Hollywood.  West Hollywood is also a prominent neighborhood for Los Angeles' gay community, with gay men making up over 40% of the population.

West Hollywood is a safe community, but the nightlife and large crowds who come to West Hollywood to drink alcohol and do other drugs, there are plenty of arrests.  The LA Sheriff's Department operates the West Hollywood Sheriff's station and is in charge of law enforcement for West Hollywood.  LAPD is responsible for law enforcement in nearby Hollywood, and Hollywood Hills, with the Beverly Hill's Police Department policing nearby Beverly Hills.  Criminal cases arising out of West Hollywood arrests proceed to the Airport Courthouse, near LAX.  Both felonies and misdemeanors are prosecuted by the LA County District Attorney's office.  West Hollywood contracts with a private law firm for enforcement of some municipal code violations.

Drug and alcohol-related arrests are most common in West Hollywood.  Drug crimes include simple possession to sales and transportation for drugs such as marijuana, ecstasy, molly, cocaine, heroine, methamphetamine, prescription pills (pain killers, xanax, valium, ketamine, etc.).  DUI enforcement is a top priority in West Hollywood, as it is in most of LA County.  Domestic Violence cases are also prosecuted harshly.  Theft crimes are not uncommon with West Hollywood's sizable retail presence.  With drugs and alcohol often involved, sex crimes are also more common in West Hollywood than in most of LA.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in West Hollywood, Hollywood, Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Fairfax, or anywhere else in LA, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to fight for your rights and aggressively assert your defenses.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney.  

EXAMPLE OF A WEST HOLLYWOOD ARREST AND CRIMINAL CASE:
Jackie is celebrating her 24th birthday with her friends at a popular bar in West Hollywood's Sunset Strip.  Jackie parked her car in a friend's driveway nearby, and is not planning to drive home.  She has had a lot to drink, taking shots with her friends throughout the evening.  Although Jackie does not usually use any drugs, she took some Xanax and used cocaine this particular evening.  Additionally, she still has a small bag of additional cocaine in her purse.  Jackie and two friends leave the bar for a minute, planning to go to her car to do some cocaine.  Just as Jackie presses the unlock button to unlock her car doors, a West Hollywood Station LA Sheriff's Deputy, who had followed them since leaving the bar, approached and ordered Jackie to put her keys down and walk over to him.

Drunk, and scared, Jackie walks over to the officer, smelling like alcohol, swaying and appearing visibly intoxicated in the face.  The officer asks Jackie where she was going and she said that were just going to get something from the car.  The officer then asks Jackie to perform a series of field sobriety tests.  She takes her shoes off and tries to perform the tests as instructed, but repeatedly loses her balance.  Next, the officer asks Jackie to blow into a Preliminary Alcohol Screen (PAS) device and she does.  It is important to note that she has a right to refuse both the field sobriety tests and the PAS, giving the officer less evidence to use against her.  The test results show Jackie's BAC is .24, three times the legal limit.  While PAS tests are not 100% accurate, the high reading, paired with Jackie's performance on the field sobriety tests is strong evidence that Jackie is too impaired to drive.  She is placed under arrest for DUI and transported to the police station.

At the station, Jackie is asked to perform a chemical test, and chooses to do a breath test.  Her BAC is now .22.  Jackie wisely chose to submit a breath, rather than blood test, being that her blood would also have evidence of the Xanax and cocaine in her system.  Upon booking, the officers search Jackie's purse and find the cocaine she had.  Jackie is now charged with DUI (VC 23152(a) and VC 23152(b)) and Possession of a Controlled Substance (HS 11350) and must appear at Airport Courthouse to defend herself against a felony and a misdemeanor.

Jackie bails out of jail and hires a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to assert her rights, fighting the charge.  Her lawyer first attempts to negotiate with the DA and the police, explaining that she was not going to drive, and that she should not be charged with DUI.  The DA files the case anyway, and the police submit the arrest to the DMV.  Jackie's lawyer wins the DMV hearing, noting that there was no evidence of driving in this case.  In court, Jackie's lawyer files a motion to suppress pursuant to PC 1538.5 at her preliminary hearing.  The lawyer argues that the police did not have probable cause for arrest in the case.  That without evidence of driving, a reasonable officer could not arrest Jackie for DUI.  Further, since the search that yielded the cocaine was incident to that arrest, it should be suppressed as it violated Jackie's Fourth Amendment rights.

The judge grants the motion, and dismisses the DUI, on grounds that there was no evidence that Jackie ever drove a car.  This is the best outcome, but is only possible with skilled and knowledgeable legal work.  Filing the right motions and making the right arguments in court make a big difference.

Being arrested or facing criminal charges is scary.  You likely aren't very familiar with the criminal justice system and are unsure what to expect in court.  Contact a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer now to discover your options and better understand your rights and defenses.  An arrest or criminal charge does not have to end up in a conviction.  DUI and other crimes have many defenses available, and the evidence that the government thinks it has may have been obtained in violation of your important rights.  FREE CONSULTATIONS 213-375-3775

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

Home to the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar, Westlake is a neighborhood in Central Los Angeles, just west of Downtown LA.  Westlake is also located just south of Silverlake and Echo Park, East of Koreatown and North of Pico-Union.  Westlake is home to MacArthur Park, Langer's Deli and the first El Pollo Loco store.  Once a wealthy, largely Jewish population, Westlake is now one of LA's most densely populated neighborhoods.  Today, nearly 75% of the neighborhood's 100,000+ residents are Latino.  Recently, Westlake has experienced some renewal, with new housing attracting more affluent residents than in the past.  Our office is located right on Wilshire Boulevard, two blocks west of the 110 Freeway at 1200 Wilshire Blvd, in the Wells Fargo Building.

LAPD provides law enforcement for Westlake with California Highway Patrol policing the 101 Freeway which passes through the northern portion of Westlake.  All criminal and traffic matters go to a branch of the LA Superior Court.  Felony matters are prosecuted at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center (Criminal Courts Building) by the LA County District Attorney's Office.  Traffic offenses, and traffic-related misdemeanors (including DUI, driving without a license, and driving on a suspended license) are heard at the Metropolitan Courthouse and prosecuted by the LA City Attorney's Office.  Non-traffic misdemeanor offenses are also prosecuted by the LA City Attorney, but are heard at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center (these cases were formerly filed at the East LA Courthouse).

Westlake is a very significant neighborhood for Los Angeles criminal defense.  The neighborhood the birthplace of Mara Salvatrucha (often abbreviated as MS-13) and it presently has a heavy gang presence.  Additionally, the LAPD Rampart scandal that took place in LA (and was featured in the film Training Day) took place in Westlake.  Crime in Westlake varies from relatively minor offenses like DUI, Drug Crimes, Domestic Violence, Theft Crimes, up to more serious crimes like Violent Crimes, Gang Offenses, Homicide and more.  If you have been charged with a crime or arrested in Westlake, it is important to have a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney on your side.  You want a lawyer who is knowledgeable about California criminal law, as well as familiar with the local court at which your case will be heard.

In Los Angeles DUI cases, we can help you assert the defenses available (Including: Mouth Alcohol, Rising BAC, How Accurate are Breathalyzers?,  Did Police Follow Proper Testing Procedure, Do Field Sobriety Tests Prove Anything, Alcohol and Drugs are NOT the Only Causes of Bad Driving).  Drug crimes might have a viable motion to suppress if the police violated your rights or other defenses.  Each case is different and fact-specific.

SOME EXAMPLES OF WESTLAKE CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASES:
(1)  John, a Koreatown resident is in Downtown LA for dinner.  While at dinner, he and his friend share a bottle of wine.  While driving home, John hits the car in front of him while sending a text message in Westlake.  LAPD officers come to the scene and to car and suspect that John is guilty of DUI.  After performing some field sobriety tests and a quick breath test at the scene (PAS device), John is placed under arrest.  John's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney asserts a Rising BAC defense on John's behalf, showing that the evidence of his later high BAC did not prove he was above the legal limit at the time of driving.  This defense works in court and with the DMV hearing.

(2)  Wendy, a Westlake resident, is caught by a retailer stealing several high-priced cosmetics products by placing them into another shopping bag.  Wendy is stopped before exiting the store and police are called.  She is arrested and charged with petty theft/theft from a merchant (PC 484/PC 490.5).  Wendy's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer negotiates a civil compromise with the shop owner and the judge dismisses the case pursuant to Wendy's agreement to pay the store a fee.

(3)  Edwin and Maria are married and live together in Westlake.  A neighbor calls the police when they hear Edwin and Maria arguing, and hear glass break.  Neither Edwin nor Maria speak great English, and the police officer called to the scene is not able to properly figure out what happened.  He arrests Edwin, seeing a large red mark on Maria's arm.  It turns out the red mark is a permanent birthmark, and that he had nothing to do with it.  Edwin's LA criminal defense lawyer gets sworn statements from Maria and her doctor, and persuades the prosecutor to dismiss the case before filing.

(4)  Nadia, a college student who lives in Downtown LA, is stopped by LASD on the Metro on her way to Hollywood. She had been drinking that night and was singing, loudly, on the train, disturbing other passengers.  The LASD deputy was checking Metro Cards and came across Nadia.  The officer asks Nadia if she has anything illegal on her, and she volunteered a bag of cocaine that she had in her purse.  Nadia was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance (HS 11350).  Nadia's lawyer is able to work out a diversion program, whereby Nadia can participate in a drug treatment class and get her case dismissed.  No jail, no criminal conviction.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Westlake, Koreatown, Hollywood, Downtown LA, Mid-City, Hancock Park or anywhere else in Los Angeles, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer.  You have important rights and might have strong defenses in your case.  A criminal accusation does not have to equal a conviction or jail time.  Speak to a lawyer now to see how we might be able to help you avoid a conviction, avoid jail time and get the best possible outcome in your LA criminal case. 

FREE CONSULTATIONS 213-375-3775

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

Koreatown (a.k.a. "K-Town") is a neighborhood in Central Los Angeles, just west of Downtown LA.  Koreatown has experienced rapid growth and has disputed borders.  North of Koreatown are the neighborhoods of East Hollywood, Silverlake and Los Feliz.  Hollywood is located Northwest of Koreatown, and the Western side of Koreatown borders Hancock Park and Mid-City.  The Eastern portion of Mid-City and the neighborhood of Pico-Union are located South of Koreatown.  Just East of Koreatown, before Downtown LA, are the neighborhoods of Westlake and Historic Filipinotown.  Koreatown is also very close to the Law Office of Nicholas Loncar, located at 1200 Wilshire Blvd in the Westlake/City-Center neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Despite its name, Koreatown is a highly diverse neighborhood in LA County.  As the name suggests, people of Korean descent make up a sizable number of the neighborhoods nearly 125,000 residents.  However, Latinos actually outnumber Asians in the area, with smaller populations of Black and White residents.  Koreatown has the highest population density of any neighborhood in Los Angeles, with nearly twice the number of residents per square mile as nearby Hollywood.

LAPD provides law enforcement for Koreatown, with the LA County Sheriff having jurisdiction over the neighborhood's three Metro subway stations and California Highway Patrol policing the 101 Freeway which passes through the northern portion of Koreatown.  Felony matters are prosecuted at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center (Criminal Courts Building) by the LA County District Attorney's Office.  Traffic offenses, and traffic-related misdemeanors (including DUI, driving without a license, and driving on a suspended license) are heard at the Metropolitan Courthouse and prosecuted by the LA City Attorney's Office.  Non-traffic misdemeanor offenses are also prosecuted by the LA City Attorney, but are heard at the Clara Shortridge Folz Criminal Justice Center (formerly, these cases would go to the East LA Courthouse).

In addition to its diverse and sizable residential population, Koreatown has a large number of local business, including restaurants, retail, office buildings, financial institutions, law firms, and much, much more.  Crime in Koreatown varies from relatively minor offenses like DUI, Drug Crimes, Domestic Violence, Theft Crimes, up to more serious crimes like Violent Crimes, Gang Offenses, Homicide and more.  If you have been charged with a crime or arrested in Koreatown, it is important to have a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney on your side.  You want a lawyer who is knowledgeable about California criminal law, as well as familiar with the local court at which your case will be heard.

In Los Angeles DUI cases, we can help you assert the defenses available (Including: Mouth Alcohol, Rising BAC, How Accurate are Breathalyzers?,  Did Police Follow Proper Testing Procedure, Do Field Sobriety Tests Prove Anything,Alcohol and Drugs are NOT the Only Causes of Bad Driving).  Drug crimes might have a viable motion to suppress if the police violated your rights or other defenses.  Each case is different and fact-specific.

SOME EXAMPLES OF KOREATOWN CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASES:
(1)  Ben, a Hollywood resident is in Koreatown for dinner at an AYCE Korean BBQ restaurant.  While at dinner, he and his friends share a bottle of soju and several large bottles of Hite beer each.  While driving home, Ben hits the back of his car on a corner curb.  Police come to the car and suspect that he is guilty of DUI.  After performing some field sobriety tests and a quick breath test at the scene (PAS device), Ben is placed under arrest.  Ben's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney asserts a Rising BAC defense on Ben's behalf, showing that the evidence of his later high BAC did not prove he was above the legal limit at the time of driving.

(2)  Kara, a Koreatown resident, is caught by a retailer stealing several high-priced cosmetics products by placing them into another shopping bag.  Kara is stopped before exiting the store and police are called.  She is arrested and charged with petty theft/theft from a merchant (PC 484/PC 490.5).  Kara's Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer negotiates a civil compromise with the shop owner and the judge dismisses the case pursuant to Kara's agreement to pay the store a fee.

(3)  Ken and Jane  are married and live together in Koreatown.  A neighbor calls the police when they hear Ken and Jane arguing, and hear a glass plate break.  Neither Ken nor Jane speak great English, and the police officer called to the scene is not able to properly figure out what happened.  He arrests Ken, seeing a large red mark on Jane's arm.  It turns out the red mark is a permanent birthmark, and that Ken had nothing to do with it.  Ken's LA criminal defense lawyer gets sworn statements from Jane and her doctor, and persuades the prosecutor to dismiss the case before filing.

(4)  Amanda, a college student who lives in Downtown LA, is stopped by LASD on the Metro on her way to Hollywood. She had been drinking that night and was singing, loudly, on the train, disturbing other passengers.  The LASD deputy was checking Metro Cards and came across Amanda.  The officer asks Amanda if she has anything illegal on her, and she volunteered a bag of cocaine that she had in her purse.  Amanda was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance (HS 11350).  Amanda's lawyer is able to work out a diversion program, whereby Amanda can participate in a drug treatment class and get her case dismissed.  No jail, no criminal conviction.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Koreatown, Hollywood, Downtown LA, Westlake, Mid-City, Hancock Park or anywhere else in Los Angeles, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer.  You have important rights and might have strong defenses in your case.  A criminal accusation does not have to equal a conviction or jail time.  Speak to a lawyer now to see how we might be able to help you avoid a conviction, avoid jail time and get the best possible outcome in your LA criminal case.  FREE CONSULTATIONS 213-375-3775

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq. 
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
t: 213-375-3775 | f: 213-375-3099
Mobile: 323-803-4352 
[email protected]
1200 Wilshire Blvd | Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA | 90017
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

RESEDA CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER
Reseda, CA is a neighborhood in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley region.  Reseda is nearby Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Van Nuys, Winnetka, Northridge, Chatsworth, Mission Hills, Woodland Hills and Canoga Park.  Reseda has nearly 75,000 residents and a highly diverse population.  Reseda is a suburban neighborhood, featuring single family homes, apartment buildings, small businesses, major retailers and office buildings.  Reseda's street boundaries are Roscoe Boulevard to the north, White Oak Avenue to the east, Victory Boulevard to the south and Corbin Avenue to the west.  Reseda is nearby our office, located on Ventura Boulevard in the San Fernando Valley's Studio City neighborhood.

Reseda has relatively low crime rates compared with Los Angeles and LA County, but slightly higher crime rates than neighboring Encino, and Sherman Oaks.  Theft crimes (burglary, robbery, embezzlement, petty theft, grand theft), domestic violence and drug crimes (possession, sale and transportation) are the most common types of offenses in Resedaa.  The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), who patrol the neighborhood, have devoted significant resources to DUI enforcement and domestic violence prosecutions.  Officers receive extensive training in DUI field sobriety tests, conducting DUI investigations and operating breath test equipment.  If you have been arrested or charged with DUI or any other crime in Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Van Nuys, Reseda, Tarzana, Canoga Park, Woodland Hills or anywhere else in Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to fight for you and assert your rights and defenses.

Criminal and traffic matters in Reseda and most of LA's San Fernando Valley proceed to the Van Nuys Courthouse.  Felonies are prosecuted by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office and misdemeanors by the LA City Attorney's Office.  Both units are aggressive, particularly with their enforcement of DUI and domestic violence offenses.  Having your own skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to negotiate with them and assert rights and defenses on your behalf is imperative.  If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer.


EXAMPLE OF A RESEDA CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASE:
Aaron, a Reseda resident, gets into an argument with his girlfriend, Janet, at the apartment the two share.  A neighbor overhears some glass break and calls the police.  LAPD officers arrive at the scene quickly, and separate Aaron and Janet.  At first, both Aaron and Janet are reluctant to speak to the police about what happened, and both deny that either of them physically hit or pushed the other.  When asked about the sound of broken glass, Janet admitted that she threw a dinner plate on the ground.  The officer questioning Janet told her (untruthfully) that Aaron accused her of throwing the plate at him.  This made Janet, already angry at Aaron because of their fight, very angry, and she accused Aaron of hitting her, even of having hit her in the past.

This is a frequent scenario.  Police are not there to protect and serve, but rather to make arrests.  The officers arrest Aaron, and put all of the incriminating information in their report.  Missing from the report, of course, are the deceptive, manipulative tactics that they used to deliberately elicit a false accusation.  Nonetheless, Aaron is charged with a misdemeanor by the LA County City Attorney's office and must now appear at the Van Nuys Courthouse to defend himself against domestic violence charges.

Aaron hires a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to represent him in the case.  The lawyer quickly gets working on Aaron's defense, requesting additional information from the prosecutor.  Armed with recordings of the interviews and a sworn statement from Janet about what actually happened, the attorney is able to paint the full picture of what happened, and expose the lies for what they are.  Aaron's lawyer sets the case for trial and turns over what information his investigation revealed.  Seeing the new evidence, the City Attorney's office dismisses the case on the day of trial.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Reseda, Tarzana, Van Nuys, Encino, Woodland Hills, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, contact the Law offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a free consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney.  Being arrested or facing criminal charges is scary, and you undoubtedly have questions about your defenses, your rights and what to expect.  Having the right lawyer on your side, fighting for you, can make a big difference in the outcome of your LA County criminal case.  Free Consultations: 888.200.9454.

Nicholas M. Loncar, Esq.
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
t. 818-646-8788 | f. 818-646-8772
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com

Published By: Nicholas Loncar | Written by Nicholas Loncar

WOODLAND HILLS CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY AND DUI LAWYER
Woodland Hills, CA is located in the western San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles County.  Nearby Canoga Park, Aguora Hills, Calabasas, West Hills, Winnetka, Topanga Canyon, Malibu, Tarzana, Reseda and Encino, Woodland Hills is also close to the border of LA County and Ventura County.  Home to the Warner Center, Woodland Hills is occupied by many corporate offices, call centers, and a residential population of over 67,000 people.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), provides law enforcement services in Woodland Hills, with criminal cases (misdemeanor and felony) being heard at the Van Nuys Courthouse.  Crimes are aggressively prosecuted, with the LA City Attorney's office handling misdemeanors and felonies being prosecuted by the LA County District Attorney's Office.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Woodland Hills, Aguora Hills, Topanga Canyon, Malibu, Calabasas, Reseda, Winnetka, West Hill, Northridge, Encino, Tarzana, or anywhere else in Los Angeles, speak to a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney now to discuss your case, your possible defenses, your important rights, and to answer any questions you have about the court process.  We offer free consultations and fair, reasonable legal fees.  Here is a partial list of some of the kinds of criminal cases we handle in Woodland Hills and throughout Los Angeles:

DRUG CRIMES | DUI | DUI CAUSING INJURY | DUI W/ PRIOR | FELONY DUI | VIOLENT CRIMES | THEFT CRIMES | PROSTITUTION/SOLICITATION | WEAPONS OFFENSES | SEX CRIMES | HOMICIDE | DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | JUVENILE OFFENSES | PROBATION VIOLATIONS | FELONY | MISDEMEANOR | MARIJUANA | DUI DRUGS | GANG CASES | VANDALISM | EXPUNGEMENT | APPEALS | CIVIL RIGHTS | THREE STRIKES | INFRACTION (TRAFFIC) | ILLEGAL FIREWORKS | JURY TRIALS | WATSON MURDER | FINANCIAL CRIMES | FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE 

Woodland Hills is a short ride down the 101 freeway or down Ventura Boulevard from our office, located on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. 

EXAMPLE OF OUR RECENT LOS ANGELES CRIMINAL DEFENSE VICTORIES:
People v. E.L. - Assault with a Deadly Weapon Case - DISMISSED
People v. C.I. - Firearm and Transportation of Methamphetamine for Sale - DISMISSED
People v. A.C. - Felony Criminal Threats (Strike Offense) - DISMISSED
People v. T.T. - Driving Under the Influence of Drugs - REDUCED TO WET RECKLESS
People v. L.S. - Driving Under the Influence of Drugs - REDUCED TO WET RECKLESS
People v. J.P. - 1998 Felony - PLEA WITHDRAWN/REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
People v. P.V. - Driving on a Suspended License - DISMISSED
People v. H.S. - Driving on a Suspended License - DISMISSED
People v. S.P. - Felony Domesic Violence - DISMISSED BEFORE FILING
People v. R.C. - Possession of a Controlled Substance - DISMISSED (PC 1000)
People v. L.H. - Theft w/ Felony Theft Priors - PROBATION (NO JAIL TIME)
People v. S.W. - Drug Possession - DISMISSED BEFORE FILING


If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Los Angeles, you need a skilled, passionate Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer on your side to fight for your rights and assert your defenses.  An arrest or criminal charge does not have to mean a criminal conviction.  Contact the Law Offices of Nicholas Loncar now for a Free Consultation with a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer.  888.200.9454.


Nicholas Loncar, Esq.
Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney and DUI Lawyer
t: 818-646-8788 | f: 818-646-8772
12198 Ventura Boulevard, # 207
Studio City, CA 91604
www.iDefendLosAngeles.com