John Pozza Attorney at Law, PLC provides criminal defense from offices at 29995 Technology Drive Suite 204, Murrieta, CA 92563 and 1059 Tenth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101, with over 30 years of experience defending clients throughout Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties. Attorney John Pozza, awarded the Nation’s Top One Percent distinction by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel and maintaining a Superb Avvo Rating, specializes in DUI defense including extreme DUI and underage DUI, drug crimes, federal offenses, juvenile matters, sex crimes, theft crimes, violent crimes including domestic violence, and white collar crimes. The firm offers bilingual services in English and Spanish at (951) 749-5598 with representation extending to Temecula, Banning, and surrounding areas for clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges. Pozza handles pre-file investigations, DMV hearings, three strikes crimes, and school expulsions while maintaining recognition as a Top Lawyer in California with thousands of successful client representations. The practice provides free initial consultations focusing on protecting clients’ futures, careers, and criminal records through aggressive defense strategies and personalized attention to each case.
Criminal Defense Attorneys in San Diego

Sevens Legal Criminal Lawyers serves Santee from 3555 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103, (619) 430-2355, with over a decade of criminal defense experience handling DUI, drug offenses, domestic violence, and federal crimes. The firm provides aggressive representation for clients facing drug possession charges, violent crimes, sex offenses, and theft-related charges throughout San Diego County courts. Their criminal defense team handles cases involving assault and battery, white collar crimes, juvenile offenses, and serious felony charges with a commitment to personalized service and strategic defense planning. The practice defends clients against federal drug trafficking, weapons charges, murder accusations, and provides comprehensive representation for those facing mandatory registration requirements or lengthy prison sentences. With extensive experience in both misdemeanor and felony cases, the firm handles domestic battery, drug manufacturing, robbery, burglary, fraud, and DUI manslaughter charges. Operating with 24/7 availability and offering risk-free consultations, Sevens Legal represents defendants in Santee’s criminal courts while maintaining strong relationships with prosecutors and judges throughout the San Diego legal community.
Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers operates from 225 Broadway, Suite 1740, San Diego, CA 92101, (619) 357-4977, where attorney Peter Blair brings over 14 years of criminal defense experience to clients throughout San Diego County. The firm handles DUI charges, murder cases, rape allegations, sexual assault, domestic violence, drug possession, and federal crimes with aggressive representation and proven courtroom success. Blair’s practice encompasses white collar crimes, juvenile offenses, theft charges, conspiracy cases, money laundering, and provides comprehensive defense for clients facing serious felony accusations or lengthy prison sentences. With extensive trial experience and respect from local prosecutors, the firm challenges evidence, fights constitutional violations, and employs forensic experts, toxicologists, and private investigators to build strong defenses. Blair Defense represents clients in Carlsbad, Chula Vista, El Cajon, Encinitas, and throughout San Diego, handling assault with deadly weapon, child pornography charges, manufacturing controlled substances, and violent crime prosecutions. Offering free consultations and aggressive advocacy, the firm achieves dismissals, not guilty verdicts, and favorable plea agreements.
Superior Law Center operates from 2667 Camino del Rio South #304-1, San Diego, CA 92108, providing criminal defense and DUI representation throughout San Diego County with attorney Erik Friis leading the practice since 1999. The firm specializes in DUI defense including multiple offenses and felony DUI charges, drug crimes from possession to trafficking, sex crimes, violent crimes including assault and murder, theft offenses, federal crimes, weapons charges, probation violations, and expungements. Erik Friis has achieved over 2000 case victories during his 27-year career and maintains relationships with San Diego judges, prosecutors, and court personnel. The firm offers 24/7 availability at (619) 743-9130 with free consultations and focuses exclusively on defense law. Superior Law Center handles cases ranging from first-time DUI offenses with penalties of 48 hours to six months jail time and fines of $360-$1000, to serious felonies including those subject to California’s Three Strikes Rule. The practice serves all San Diego courts and provides jail visits, working to get charges dropped, reduced to wet and reckless, or dismissed entirely through challenging evidence like breathalyzer calibration and police procedures.
Law Office of George H. Ramos, Jr. operates from 427 C Street Suite 306 in San Diego, California 92101, where attorney Ramos leverages over 20 years experience as a former prosecutor to defend clients throughout San Diego County. The bilingual practice handles criminal defense matters including domestic violence, restraining orders, expungements, juvenile dependency/CPS cases, drug crimes, DUI, assault, theft, fraud and sex crimes defense, with Ramos personally managing cases from arraignment through trial. Attorney George Ramos, supported by associates Denise Jurez and Jordyn Ramos, maintains strong relationships with local judges and prosecutors while providing English-Spanish legal services to ensure clear communication with all clients. The firm specializes in negotiating plea agreements, fashioning deals for minimal punishment, and mounting strong courtroom defenses when cases proceed to trial, available at (619) 231-1830 or toll-free (877) 445-5505. Drawing on prosecutorial insight into how cases are built and negotiated, Ramos advocates for clients ranging from first-time offenders to those facing serious felony charges, offering free initial consultations to develop personalized defense strategies.
KG Law SD, APC operates from 427 C Street Suite 306 in San Diego, California 92101, where attorney Kenan Gultekin provides criminal defense with over a decade of experience, having tried 35+ jury cases, available at 619-255-7549. The practice handles all criminal matters from DUIs to drug sales, child abuse to molestation, assault to domestic violence, and attempted murder to homicide, with experience in state court, federal court, immigration court, DMV hearings, and traffic court throughout San Diego. Attorney Gultekin specializes in criminal defense, DUI representation, expungements, warrant recalls, and probation violations, promising to fight for clients’ freedom while defending rights and advocating for justice. The firm offers comprehensive criminal defense for those arrested or charged, emphasizing that the attorney is not afraid of trials or law enforcement and will stand up for clients’ liberty. All inquiries are treated as privileged communications with confidentiality maintained, providing peace of mind that cases are handled by an attorney with extensive knowledge of San Diego’s criminal justice system who fights for the best possible outcomes.
Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers serves the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego from 225 Broadway Suite 1740, San Diego, CA 92101, providing experienced criminal defense for over a decade. Lead attorney Peter Blair has earned recognition including National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys and Top 40 Under 40, maintaining a perfect 10/10 Avvo rating. The firm specializes in domestic violence cases involving physical, emotional, or psychological abuse within intimate relationships, DUI charges that can result in license suspension and jail time, sex crimes including rape and sexual assault, and drug offenses ranging from possession to trafficking. Federal crime defense covers money laundering, mail fraud, identity theft, and more serious offenses like espionage. The practice also handles gun crimes and self-defense cases throughout San Diego County. With extensive experience in Hillcrest’s diverse community and LGBTQ hub, the firm provides aggressive representation while working toward charge dismissals or reductions through negotiations. Contact Blair Defense at (619) 357-4977 for a free consultation with attorneys who understand local court systems.
Hathaway Holland Law Firm operates from 3811 Consolidation Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98229, providing bankruptcy, criminal defense, and family law services as a local family-run practice with 35 years combined experience. Steven Hathaway founded the practice in 1995, helping thousands of Bellingham community members, now joined by his daughter Kelsey Hathaway and her husband Jacob Holland in 2022. The criminal defense practice handles felony, misdemeanor, and DUI charges with Kelsey and Jacob bringing experience as former public defenders in San Diego, California, fighting to protect clients from government prosecution. They have handled every type of case from public intoxication to murder, defending clients through every step of the criminal process while protecting liberty and constitutional rights. The seasoned team combines Steven’s decades of practice in Northwest Washington with Kelsey and Jacob’s skills as successful trial attorneys experienced against tough prosecutors. Available at (360) 788-4810 or [email protected], the firm treats clients like family, providing a team of attorneys dedicated to achieving favorable outcomes when it matters most in criminal defense matters.
Law Offices of Michael Anthony Hernandez provides federal and state criminal defense from 402 W Broadway Suite 1270, San Diego, CA 92101, with nearly 20 years of experience serving clients throughout California. Michael Anthony Hernandez specializes in federal crimes including drug transportation, possession for sale, distribution, importation, alien smuggling, firearms offenses, wire fraud, securities fraud, and bank fraud, as well as state charges ranging from infractions to felonies. The firm offers post-conviction relief services including expungements to help clients clear their criminal records. As a member of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association and Board of Governors for California Attorneys for Criminal Justice, the practice provides high-quality representation with 24/7 availability at (619) 341-3149. The firm emphasizes personalized service, being available nights, weekends and holidays to answer questions and alleviate stress for clients facing criminal charges. Services include handling misdemeanors with typical 4-month timelines, felonies with 6-month processes, and complex appeals that review trial court proceedings for legal compliance, with Spanish-language assistance available.
Law Office of Michael C. MacNeil at 10620 Treena Street Suite 230, San Diego, CA 92131 provides dual-focused representation in family law and criminal defense with over twenty years trial experience. Attorney Michael MacNeil, former criminal prosecutor who experienced personal divorce proceedings, handles child custody disputes, military divorces, restraining orders, domestic violence charges, DUI defense, juvenile matters, expungements, and Second Amendment violations. The firm represents clients facing homicide charges, felony prosecutions, misdemeanor offenses, assault and battery allegations while managing adoptions, estate planning, paternity issues, and spousal support modifications. Available at (858) 922-7098 with extended hours including weekends, the practice offers remote legal services, reasonable fees avoiding unnecessary billable hours, and personalized attention throughout San Diego County. Mr. MacNeil defends against civil harassment allegations, handles asset division, deferred home sales, and provides comprehensive criminal defense for charges affecting family dynamics and parental rights.