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At The Law Offices of Paul S. Geller, our Southern California criminal rights lawyer understands that California’s criminal statutes are complex. The penalties related to your criminal charge could affect your life in the future. Depending on the nature of the crime you are charged with, the probable penalties could be severe. When you or your loved one is arrested, you must seek expert legal advice that is familiar with the local criminal justice system and effectively protects your rights and interests.
The criminal defense services of The Law Offices of Paul S. Geller strive to provide this representation to their clients. Paul Geller is an accomplished and award-winning Southern California criminal defense lawyer. As a former Los Angeles prosecutor, he has the experience to understand the tactics the prosecution may attempt to use in your case. Knowing these strategies, he will protect his clients and their futures.
For more information on criminal defense services in Southern California, an initial free consultation is your next best step. Get the legal answers you seek by scheduling online or calling us at (626) 714-3112.
Criminal lawyer Paul Geller is ready to hear your side of the story. If you have been arrested for a simple misdemeanor, charged with a violent crime, drunk driving, or a felony, our team is ready to help you defend your case. With our experience working in the criminal justice system, we know how to ensure our clients explore every legal option towards achieving a favorable outcome.
Every case has its own set of unique circumstances. We recognize the challenges each case has. That is why our diverse experience is the difference between an unfavorable and favorable outcome. We represent Southern California clients in the following areas:
All criminal defendants have a right to appeal their convictions. If you believed that your legal or constitutional rights were violated in your first trial, it may be possible to get a new trial. This could result in a lesser sentence or a reversal of the original conviction. Using the services of a criminal appeals lawyer from The Law Offices of Paul S. Geller can help you review your case to determine if there are any grounds for an appeal.
Common reasons we could request an appeal include:
We would ask the Court of Appeals to take specific action with your case. Depending on the nature of your case, that request could be the court reopening the case, reversing the current conviction, or reviewing an error by the trial court like improper sentencing.
To appeal a misdemeanor conviction, your criminal appeals attorney must file a Notice of Appeal within 30 days of the judgment or order of the court. Examples of these are probation or a sentencing date. Appealing a misdemeanor can be started because the conviction could affect your daily life. You will be entitled to bail or release from custody during the appeal process of your misdemeanor conviction.
For felony convictions, your lawyer has to file a Notice of Appeal within 60 days after the judgment or order of the court. A certificate of probable cause must be obtained from the trial court when you plead guilty or no contest. Depending on the severity of your crime, bail may be possible during the appeal process.
If you or your loved one has been arrested, investigated, or charged with a crime, contact our Southern California criminal lawyer to schedule your initial free consultation. Get the information you seek about your potential criminal defense case by calling us at (626) 714-3112.
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