Criminal law governs crimes, including felonies and misdemeanors. Crimes are generally referred to as offenses against the state. The standard of proof for crimes is "beyond a reasonable doubt."

If you have been accused of committing a crime, you have a right to an attorney who will defend you and protect your rights. At the Law Offices of Roger E. Naghash, our criminal law attorneys are among the most tenacious, committed, and aggressive lawyers in the business, and we will do what we can to represent you and make sure that you are treated fairly by the law. We are experienced criminal trial attorneys who understand the law, and we will work diligently to investigate your case and defend you in court if necessary.

Being charged with committing a criminal offense is a serious matter, and we take our jobs seriously when it comes to proving your innocence and protecting your freedom. Our criminal law attorneys represent clients in the areas of:

Sex Crimes: In the state of California, the most serious kinds of sex crimes are often considered felonies, and the penalty for committing a sex crime can be extremely severe. If you have been charged with committing rape, child molestation, prostitution, lewd conduct, solicitation, or sexual battery, it is important that you contact a criminal defense attorney right away. There are a number of defense remedies that may be available to you and your case, and an experienced criminal defense lawyer who understands the law can help you.

White Collar Crimes: We have successfully defended many clients who have been accused of committing white collar crimes, including embezzlement, fraud, forgery, insider trading, computer crimes, credit card fraud, extortion, and money laundering. Being wrongfully accused and convicted of a white collar crime can significantly alter your life and damage your career, and it is important that you speak to a criminal defense attorney to make sure that everything is done to prove that the charges are unwarranted.

DUI (Driving Under the Influence/DWI (Driving While Intoxicated): Being arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the state of California is a serious matter. Our criminal defense attorneys will do what they can to challenge the charges and have them dropped or reduced. We will also ensure that law enforcement officers were respectful of your legal rights when they apprehended you and determine whether there is any reason that your DUI test results might be inadmissible.

Drug Possession: Penalties for possession of a controlled substance can vary, depending upon the kind of drug involved, the amount of drugs found in your possession, and the intended purpose for the drug. The possession, use, distribution, manufacture, and sale of drugs are illegal. It is important that you hire a criminal defense attorney who understands the laws, your rights, and your options. Our criminal defense attorneys have the experience, skills, and knowledge to properly defend you against drug charges.