california laws criminal charges

Have you recently been arrested and have to make the decision whether or not you should hire a criminal defense attorney in Southern California? Many people have to deal with this situation everyday. While some people hire attorneys, many people turn to public defenders, and that’s when they notice the difference.

Public Defenders are lawyers employed by the government to represent those who are charged with a crime and cannot afford an attorney. In most cases, public defenders have a great deal of cases and this makes it difficult to relate to each case, let alone each defendant. At Wallin and Klarich, we make it a priority to give each client the necessary time and attention to their case in an effort to producing a better defense. In addition, when being represented by a public defender, the defendant must be present at all court dates, making this inconvenient for the defendant. The defendant will have to take time off from work and be away from family matters. When hiring a private attorney, the attorney can attend court hearings without the client in most misdemeanor cases. Under California Law, a defendant must be present when being charged with a felony or a domestic violence crime.

At Wallin & Klarich, our attorneys have over 30 years of experience. We are committed to helping those who find themselves in tough situations. Our firm has earned an AV Rating and has aggressive attorneys who will fight for you. Call us today at (888) 749-0034 or visit us on our website at www.wklaw.com. We will be there when you call.