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Misdemeanor Charges Rancho Cucamonga, CA Inland Empire

Misdemeanor charges, though not as severe as felonies, are still something that can permanently tarnish a person’s criminal record, no matter how small or petty the charges may be. It is usually defined as a crime that is punishable by a maximum of one year in a county jail plus a maximum fine of $1000, unless the specific misdemeanor crime that was committed has a different jail time and fine stated. Offenses that fall under the misdemeanor category in the State of California may include, but are not limited to driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license, battery, disturbing the peace, petty theft, public drunkenness, trespassing, brandishing a weapon, and assault. 

On top of the fines and jail time, however, misdemeanor charges are also usually followed by up to a year of probation, house arrest, restitution for the victim, or counseling and community service, all of which will be noted in a person’s permanent records. 

We at Blomberg, Benson & Garrett, Inc. understand how such records can potentially affect a person’s future and opportunities, especially if the offense was particularly minor. If you are defending against a misdemeanor charge, our team of experienced and dedicated criminal defense lawyers has the expertise necessary to assist you, and to help you in navigating the complicated and often confusing legal system. We are committed to aggressively pursuing a case until the best possible outcome for our clients is achieved. If you have been previously charged with a misdemeanor, we can also provide you the opportunity in clearing your criminal record, via California’s expungement laws. 

If you would like to know more about your rights and how we can assist you, please call us at 909-453-4370 to set up an appointment for a free consultation with a member of our criminal defense team. You may fill out our contact us form, if you prefer. We will quickly get in touch with you.