Practice Areas

State Felony Crimes

A criminal charge in California Superior Court moves fast, and the consequences reach far beyond the courtroom; your job, your immigration status, your professional license, and your freedom can all be on the line. Samson Law represents clients charged with felonies and serious misdemeanors throughout Los Angeles County and the surrounding areas, from the first police contact through trial and, when necessary, appeal.

State Felony Charges We Defend

Violent Crimes – assault, battery, domestic violence, robbery
Theft, Fraud, and Property Crimes – burglary, grand theft, embezzlement, fraud
Drug offenses under state law – possession, sales, and cultivation charges
Firearm Charges
Sex Crimes
DUI and vehicular offenses

How We Build a State Defense

State prosecutors carry heavy caseloads, and that reality shapes how cases move through the system, often toward a fast plea offer rather than a full examination of the evidence. We don’t let the pace of the courthouse dictate the outcome of your case. Our approach includes:

Early intervention – contacting the district attorney’s office before charges are filed, when possible, to argue against filing or for reduced charges
Independent investigation – reviewing police reports, body camera footage, and witness statements rather than relying on the prosecution’s version of events
Constitutional challenges – scrutinizing the legality of stops, searches, and interrogations for suppression opportunities
Negotiation – pursuing diversion programs, reduced charges, or favorable plea terms where they serve your interests
Trial-ready preparation – building every case as if it will go before a jury, because that leverage changes how prosecutors negotiate
Mitigation and Negotiations

Why Local Experience Matters

State criminal cases are shaped as much by local court culture – the tendencies of specific judges, DA offices, and courtroom procedures – as by the law itself. Samson Law’s experience across Los Angeles County courts means we know what arguments land with which judges and how to position a case for the best realistic outcome from arraignment to favorable resolution of each case.

Facing State Charges? Act Now.

The earlier a defense attorney is involved, the more options are available, before statements are made, before charges are filed, and before the case hardens against you.

Call (818) 422-0888 to speak with our office. Samson Law represents clients in English, Spanish, Armenian, and Russian.

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