Criminal Defense Attorneys Lawyer
Criminal Defense: Orange County
When facing criminal charges, you need the right attorney on your side. The best Orange County criminal defense attorneys understand how local prosecutors and police officers think, and anticipate the tactics and strategies they will use against you.
Equally important, your defense attorney should be respected by judges and law enforcement officials, and absolutely committed to the fearless protection of your rights with both determination and integrity.
Brian Gurwitz has the expertise and personal qualities you need in a felony criminal defense attorney. As a Senior Deputy District Attorney, Mr. Gurwitz was repeatedly called upon to play a key role in some of the most contentious, high-profile cases in Orange County history. He successfully argued numerous precedent-setting criminal cases in the appellate courts, including four cases in the California Supreme Court. He also testified before both houses of the Legislature, trained hundreds of prosecutors statewide, and served as a sentencing consultant to the California Law Revision Commission.
Mr. Gurwitz's practice now focuses on the defense of those accused of criminal offenses in Orange County — from drunk driving / DUI to homicide. He knows that a strong criminal defense is a critical check against the misuse of government power. He learned this as a prosecutor when his investigation of several prison inmates' appeals led to the discovery of new evidence that established their innocence. He also knows this from investigating and prosecuting cases involving police misconduct, brutality, and corruption at the highest levels of Orange County law enforcement.
For a free and confidential consultation about your legal matter, contact Mr. Gurwitz seven days per week.
In Your Defense: An Orange County Criminal Defense Blog
Clients can show gratitude to their counsel in a number of ways. Some write heartfelt letters of appreciation at the conclusion of their case. Others become great referral sources, spreading good words about you to their friends and family. On … Continue reading
Kelly Thomas Case: Statement of Brian Gurwitz to Fullerton City CouncilComments of Brian Gurwitz before the Fullerton City Council May 15, 2012 On behalf of my client, Cathy Thomas, I wanted to say a few words about today’s settlement. First, my client is hopeful that it helps to continue the healing process that she and the citizens of … Continue reading
Obtaining Discovery More than 30 Days Before TrialUnder the California Penal Code, prosecutors are required to provide defendants with discovery to assist them in preparing their cases. Depending on the case, discovery can include things like police reports, 911 tapes, witness statements, and prior criminal convictions of … Continue reading
Prosecuting the Hecklegate 11I’ve been an attorney practicing criminal law for over 16 years. Until last week, however, I had no idea that the Penal Code explicitly makes it a crime to disturb a meeting. I suspect I’m not the only California lawyer … Continue reading
Vote for death… I’ll buy you a beer!Twice per week (on Wednesdays and Fridays), the California Supreme Court issues a notice on its Web site explaining whether any opinions will be published on the next court date. The notices summarize the issue presented in each case, but … Continue reading
