San Francisco Criminal Defense Attorneys
The San Francisco criminal defense lawyers of Shouse Law Group vigorously defend clients who've been accused of federal or state crimes, including DUI, in the Bay Area. If you're currently in custody following an arrest, we can also help you through the bail and release procedures at all the San Francisco County Jail.1
Please phone us at (415) 333-0300 for a free consultation with a lawyer.
You can find our offices at:
101 California Street Ste. 2450
San Francisco, CA 94111
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San Francisco Criminal & DUI Lawyer Jim Hammer
After working as a California prosecutor for almost two decades, San Francisco criminal defense lawyer Jim Hammer now uses his "insider knowledge" of the Bay Area criminal courts to build the most favorable defense possible for his clients. In addition to being an effective negotiator, Jim Hammer has nearly fifty jury trials under his belt, more than ninety percent of which reached successful resolutions. While serving as head of the Homicide Unit at the SF District Attorney's Office, Jim Hammer made front-page news with his victorious prosecution in the Diane Whipple dog-mauling case.
A graduate of UC Berkeley and Hastings Law School, San Francisco criminal attorney Jim Hammer has also taught Criminal Law at Santa Clara University, which named him Professor of the Year in 2004. Now in his fifth year of private practice, Jim Hammer can be frequently seen on television news shows offering legal commentary on headlining criminal cases. His expertise spans all California felonies and misdemeanors, including DUI, and he defends clients throughout the Bay Area, from San Francisco and Oakland to Berkley, San Jose and Marin County.
The Cases We Handle . . .
Our San Francisco criminal defense lawyers take on ALL criminal matters, from DUI and misdemeanors to felonies and juvenile charges. Our initial consultation is always free, and we're more than happy to set up payment plans. The most common criminal offenses we fight against are the following:
San Francisco DUI attorneys
Many innocent people get wrongfully arrested for DUI...victims of faulty breath test equipment, contaminated blood samples and poorly trained arresting officers. Our San Francisco DUI attorneys can help you pursue these defenses, sometimes getting charges reduced or dismissed, and avoiding drivers license suspensions.
San Francisco domestic violence lawyers
Domestic violence cases typically involve allegations of California child endangerment and abuse charges,2 spousal battery, or injury infliction on a significant other. Historically, we've been very successful in having these kinds of charges dismissed completely or reduced to lesser crimes.
San Francisco drug crimes lawyers
People charged with narcotics crimes are often just "in the wrong place at the wrong time." Whether the charges are for sale, trafficking, manufacturing or simple possession, we're here to help dismantle the state's case against you. And if you're suffering from addiction, we can also help you get the necessary treatments and rehabilitation.
San Francisco shoplifting lawyers
Any sort of stealing offense, from shoplifting and petty theft to burglary and Penal Code 487 grand theft,3 can potentially land you in jail. And having a theft crime in your criminal history may alienate future employers. We'll do everything to fight against your theft charges and prevent them from going on your record.
San Francisco assault & battery lawyers
Being charged with committing battery, sexual battery, assault, or assault with a deadly weapon in California4 can be terrifying, but courts realize that there are two sides to every story. Frequently these incidents are accidents or necessary acts of self-defense, so we're here to present your version of events to the prosecutor and judge.
San Francisco juvenile criminal lawyers
Even the most promising young people may find themselves in San Francisco Juvenile Hall at some point in their childhood. We're experienced in representing minors in juvenile court, and we try to ensure that they go home and back to school as soon as possible and that their permanent records aren't marred.
San Francisco "Three Strikes" lawyers
One of the most unfair things about California criminal law is the Three Strikes rule, which can potentially put someone away for life even for petty offenses. If you or someone you know is facing a three strikes charge, please call us at once. We'll negotiate with the D.A. or even bring the case to trial in an effort to dismiss the charge.
Facing charges in or around San Francisco, Oakland or San Jose?
Contact our San Francisco criminal defense & DUI lawyers at (415) 333-0300 for a free consultation. It's our job to try to dismiss or reduce your charges, and we're always ready to go to trial.
San Francisco Criminal Defense Legal Resources on the Internet
San Francisco District Attorney's Office - The D.A.'s Office prosecutes misdemeanor, DUI and felony crimes allegedly occurring in San Francisco.
San Francisco Police Department - The SFPD is the main law enforcement agency in San Francisco investigating suspected crimes and making arrests.
San Francisco Probation Department - The Probation Department oversees individuals currently on probation for various crimes in San Francisco.
Bar Association of San Francisco - Public information on attorneys, judges, the San Francisco Court system and various legal services available.
Legal References
1Please visit our pages on the California Bail Process and the San Francisco County Jail for more information.
2California child endangerment and abuse charges fall under Penal Code 273d, which means that you may be arrested if you intentionally harm a child and cause a visible or internal injury.
3Penal Code 487 grand theft is the unlawful taking of another person's property if it's valued above $400.
4Assault with a deadly weapon in California (or ADW and "aggravated assault") under Penal Code 245 is an unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability, to commit a violent injury on another person with a deadly weapon.
San Francisco Office:
101 California Street
Suite 2450
San Francisco CA 94111
415-333-0300
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