A domestic violence accusation can arise when a person is alleged to have injured or threatened to injure a family or household member, such as a spouse or individual they are living with. Offenses include child abuse, kidnapping, stalking, spousal abuse, and threats and intimidation. In some cases, the alleged offender may be subject to a restraining order that restricts their life.

California law prohibits a person from driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs or with an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more. If you have been charged with a DUI, the penalties you could face include incarceration, fines, and/or driver’s license suspension. A lot is on the line, which is why it’s imperative to reach out to our Orange County attorney for legal representation. We provide counsel for those charged with a first or subsequent offense, underage DUI, DUI with injury, and vehicular manslaughter. We also offer guidance for DMV hearings.

Drug crimes involve the distribution, sales, manufacture, and possession of controlled substances. The statutes prohibiting this conduct concern both illicit drugs and prescription medications. The conviction penalties for these offenses are severe and include time in jail or prison and high fines. Reach out to our team for the legal help you need fighting your charge.

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A person may be charged with a violent crime if they are alleged to have harmed or threatened to harm another individual. Offenses falling under this term include, but are not limited to, assault, battery, manslaughter, and murder. Because of the danger violent crimes pose to community members, they carry harsh penalties, and prosecutors often seek maximum punishments.

Theft crimes refer to offenses involving the unlawful taking or stealing of another person’s property. They can consist of physically removing something from someone else or using fraud or deception to cause a person to give up money or other assets. Theft offenses include burglary, carjacking, robbery, and shoplifting. The penalties are tied to the type and value of the stolen item.

Special care and consideration must be taken when an offense was allegedly committed by an active or former military member. The individual’s experiences in the Armed Forces can make it difficult to adjust to civilian life. In California, pre-trial diversion options may be available for military members as an alternative to incarceration. Our Orange County defense lawyer is prepared to explore all avenues to pursue optimal outcomes for current or former members of the Armed Forces.

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At The Law Office of Frances Prizzia, we can fight for you if you have been charged with misdemeanor or felony traffic crimes. These include offenses such as hit and run, excessive speeding, reckless driving, driving without insurance, driving with a suspended license, and DUI. The penalties for any of these crimes can severely affect your future, which is why we are prepared to fight aggressively to seek a favorable outcome on your behalf.

A sex crime allegation alone can hurt your reputation and relationships. If you are convicted, you could face life-altering consequences, including incarceration, fines, and/or a requirement to register as a sex offender. Because of this, you need a lawyer ready to stand up for you throughout your case. Whether you have been charged with rape, child pornography, sex with a minor, indecent exposure, or any other sex offense, our Orange County attorney will be your zealous advocate.

Typically, white collar crimes are financially motivated, non-violent offenses. They are often complicated matters because they usually involve allegations of deception and complex schemes. Offenses can include conspiracy, embezzlement, extortion, or fraud. Our attorney can scour the details of your case to identify weaknesses in proof and pursue a just result on your behalf.