Northern California Defense Lawyer

San Jose Felony Defense Attorney

A felony is a serious criminal offense. It is a classification for a criminal offense which contains the typical punishment of at least one year in state prison, whereas punishment for a misdemeanor (a lesser crime) is less than one year in county jail. Besides a prison sentence, a felony conviction will likely include other additional penalties. These will include the loss of voting rights, the inability to work in certain industries, the inability to obtain professional licenses, and the loss of the privilege of carrying a handgun or firearm. Under California law, a severe and violent felony, such as murder, may also be punishable by the death penalty.

Crimes commonly considered felonies in California include, but are not limited to: assault and battery, arson, burglary, embezzlement, grand theft, treason, espionage, racketeering, robbery, murder, rape, kidnapping and fraud.

Have you or a loved one been accused of a felony? At the Law Offices of Thomas F. Mueller, our criminal defense attorneys understand the seriousness of a felony charge.  We will fight for your rights and make sure we investigate every aspect of the crime you are being charged with committing. A criminal law defense expert, San Jose criminal defense lawyer Thomas F. Mueller has almost 40 years of legal experience and is dedicated to helping his clients.

Felonies in California

If this is your third felony offense or more, you may be facing a state prison sentence of 25 years without the possibility of parole. You must contact an experienced lawyer today; one who understands your case and is a felony criminal defense expert.  Let us uphold your constitutional rights and defend you.

Accused of a San Jose felony? Contact us today!

Northern California Misdemeanors Lawyer

A misdemeanor is a criminal offense which is less serious than a felony and carries a smaller penalty. When a crime is charged as a misdemeanor, the potential punishment is up to one year in a county jail, fines, probation and restitution (payment for damages). A misdemeanor conviction will also affect your ability to receive public housing, to be employed, and will limit other legal benefits. Crimes commonly considered misdemeanors in California include:

• Driving under the influence (DUI)
• Reckless and negligent driving
• Drug charges
• Theft and shoplifting
• Assault and battery
• Probation violations
• Disorderly conduct
• Perjury
• Property damage
• Reckless conduct
• Resisting arrest
• Trespassing
• Violation of an order of protection
• Violation of a restraining orders
• Certain weapons charges

If you have been accused of a San Jose misdemeanor, you need to act fast and get the representation you need and deserve.  An experienced attorney may be able to help keep you from serving time in jail or may even help to get your charges dropped all together.  At the Law Offices of Thomas F. Mueller, we have the experience and skills necessary to help defend your case. 

Misdemeanors in Northern California

If you are investigated or arrested for or charged with a misdemeanor in Northern California, don’t jeopardize your future by representing yourself or settling for a court-ordered defense attorney. Contact our law offices immediately to learn more about your rights.  At the law offices of Thomas F. Mueller, our defense attorneys are committed to helping you obtain the best possible outcome for your misdemeanor case. We will carefully investigate any charges against you and put together the best defense possible.  

Accused of a misdemeanor in San Jose? Contact us today!