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Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties<\/h1>\n

If you get arrested for a crime, your liberty, your livelihood, and even your life (Yes, California does have the death penalty) could be at stake. And long after any prison time is served or fine is paid, a criminal conviction can continue to haunt you whenever you apply for a job or professional license, fill out an application for credit or to rent an apartment, seek to exercise your right to vote or own a firearm, and in a myriad of other ways. Any arrest, especially for a felony like a drug crime or theft offense, should be taken seriously. Even getting a DUI on your record can impact you in ways you never realized.<\/p>\n

The single most important thing you can do after an arrest is to call a criminal defense attorney before you do anything else \u2013 before you call a family member or friend, before you call a bail bond company, before you talk to others in the holding cell, and most definitely before you talk to the police. A criminal defense attorney will vigorously assert and protect your rights, making sure you are treated fairly and put in the best position for a positive outcome with your case. Don\u2019t make the mistake of waiting to call a lawyer, or you may have already seriously jeopardized your rights and ability to get the best result.<\/p>\n

After an arrest for DUI, drug crimes or theft offenses in Los Angeles or San Bernardino County, or for help with any misdemeanor or felony charges, call The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq. to speak with a knowledgeable and dedicated California criminal defense lawyer. We\u2019ll be your adviser, counselor and advocate, and we\u2019ll work to get you the best outcome in your circumstances.<\/p>\n

Your Rights as a Person Accused of a Crime, and How Our Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help<\/h2>\n

As a person accused of a crime, you have many rights guaranteed to you by the U.S. and California Constitutions to make sure you are treated fairly by the government. The right that benefits you the most is the right to be represented by an attorney. No one in the legal system is looking out for you \u2013 not the police, not the prosecutor, and not even the judge, who must remain impartial. The only person fully on your side is your attorney, who is duty-bound to represent you zealously and competently.<\/p>\n

An attorney does more than represent you at trial or negotiate a plea with the prosecutors. Your lawyer is with you at every step, advising you on your options and making sure that your rights are protected and any decisions you make are based on good information. For instance, call an attorney before you pay a bond company to make bail. We can represent you at your arraignment and often arrange to have you released without bail being required. If cash bail is required, many bond companies will give you a better rate if you are represented by a lawyer who can help ensure you will make your appearances as required.<\/p>\n

You also have the right to remain silent, which means you don\u2019t have to agree to speak with the police or answer any questions, other than perhaps give basic information about your identity. This is a right you should definitely exercise. Law enforcement officers are heavily trained in interrogation techniques. This is not just to get you to confess to a crime or admit guilt in some way, but also to trip you up and catch you making inconsistent statements regarding your whereabouts or other relevant facts. By asking the same question in different ways, they can gather seemingly conflicting statements that make you look bad or undermine your credibility. It\u2019s vital not to answer any questions without your attorney present. If you don\u2019t have a lawyer yet, request to call one, and don\u2019t answer any questions until you\u2019ve made that call.<\/p>\n

Other important rights include the right to testify or not testify in your defense, to request a jury trial or waive that right, to cross-examine the prosecution\u2019s witnesses, and to subpoena witnesses to testify on your behalf. The prosecution bears the burden of proving every element of the crime charged beyond a reasonable doubt. You have the right to assert all applicable defenses and hold the prosecution to its burden of proof. Your attorney will discuss all of these matters with you and formulate an effective strategy considering the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution\u2019s case and your defense, the consequences you are facing, and your desired outcome.<\/p>\n

You Have Too Much at Stake Not to Call a Dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney<\/h2>\n

With fines, fees and court costs, a conviction can be very expensive, and jail is almost always on the table for any offense. Misdemeanors can be punishable with up to a year in jail, and felonies can be punished with anywhere from a year to life in prison. You could also lose your driver\u2019s license, be forced to submit to drug testing, and face numerous restrictions on where and how you live your life.<\/p>\n

At The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq., we offer an initial consultation to learn about your case, help you understand your situation and your options, and make the best decisions going forward. We\u2019ll work to get the best outcome in your case, whether that means getting the prosecutor to reduce or drop the charges, getting the court to dismiss the charges, agreeing to a favorable result like diversion, treatment or probation, or defending you at trial. We are available anytime, and the sooner you call us the better, so call right away to get the best chance for a positive outcome after an arrest in Los Angeles or San Bernardino County.<\/p>\n

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Q: What should I do immediately after being arrested?<\/p>\n

A: Call a criminal defense attorney before anyone else, before family, before a bail bondsman, and especially before talking to police. Anything you say to law enforcement can be used to build a case against you.<\/p>\n

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Q: Do I have to answer police questions?<\/p>\n

A: No. You have the right to remain silent beyond basic identifying information, and it’s a right worth exercising. Police are trained to ask the same question different ways to generate inconsistencies they can use against you.<\/p>\n

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Q: What can a criminal defense attorney do for my case?<\/p>\n

A: Options range from getting the prosecutor to reduce or drop charges, to getting the court to dismiss the case, to negotiating diversion, treatment, or probation, to defending you at trial if that’s the best path.<\/p>\n

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Q: Does The Law Firm of Oscar A. Ischiu, Esq. handle criminal defense cases?<\/p>\n

A: Yes. Call our office as soon as possible after an arrest in Los Angeles or San Bernardino County.<\/p>\n

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