California Criminal Defense Lawyer

Jackie Adams is a California criminal defense lawyer who specializes in criminal law. Whether you’ve been accused of a minor infraction, traffic citation, misdemeanor, or felony, you have the right to an attorney — and Jackie Adams can help.

When you are charged with a crime, there is a real prospect of financial penalties, jail, or prison time. Even if you get off with a minimum sentence, your future will likely be negatively impacted by the conviction. For example, you may be prevented from holding certain types of jobs, and employment in general may be difficult to come by. Legal resident aliens and non-citizens could be restricted from becoming citizens or even deported. 

Even a minor criminal conviction can negatively affect your future. For example, traffic violations usually result in higher insurance rates. 

Clearly, your future is at stake, making it important to retain a criminal defense lawyer who can explain how the criminal justice system works, the charges you are facing, and the legal options available to you. 

Criminal Defense Practice Areas

Jackie Adams serves defendants accused of any type of crime in California including:

• Infractions / traffic violations — Infractions are petty offenses, most often traffic violations, that are usually punishable by fines rather than jail time. Though you can fight infractions in court as well as hire a criminal defense attorney to represent you, you do not have a right to a trial by jury. Why fight an infraction? In addition to potentially avoiding a fine and insurance rate increases, your driving privileges could be at risk.
•  Misdemeanors — Misdemeanors, such as assault, petty theft, or indecent exposure, are punishable by fines, community service, restitution, probation, and up to one year in jail. If you’re accused of a misdemeanor, you have a right to a jury trial — and a criminal defense attorney. With potential jail looming in front of you, it’s imperative to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney. We serve as your advocate, putting our knowledge of criminal law and the legal system to work for your best interests. 
• Felonies — Felonies are the most serious of all criminal cases, with the most serious consequences. Examples of felonies include murder, kidnapping, and rape. In some cases, DUI is considered a felony. A felony conviction is devastating with long-term consequences. If you or a loved one has been charged with a felony, an experienced criminal defense attorney is essential in protecting your rights, exploring your options, understanding the charges and potential outcomes, building and executing a defensive strategy. 

Jackie Adams is a compassionate, experienced criminal defense attorney ready to help you defend yourself against criminal charges. She understands what’s at stake and works aggressively to protect your rights and build a strong defense. 

This is no time to “do it yourself” — contact Jackie Adams, a California criminal defense lawyer, today to schedule a consultation.