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Find Criminal Defense Lawyers Near You in Oakland, CA
Directory of criminal defense lawyers in Oakland, California. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
19 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Oakland, CA
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Showing 19 criminal defense lawyers in Oakland, CA
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Silver Law Firm
2100 Embarcadero #204, Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 683-5769 esilverlaw.com
Torres & Caraves Law
300 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza Suite 203, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 953-5551 tcdefenselawyers.com
Lamano Law Office - Oakland Criminal Justice Attorney
1901 Harrison St Ste 1100, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 842-0750 lamanolaw.com
The Nieves Law Firm Criminal Defense Attorneys
160 Franklin St # 210, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 892-3215 thenieveslawfirm.com
Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers - Oakland Office
1970 Broadway #1145, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 343-7211 summitdefense.com
Law Offices of Beles & Beles
1 Kaiser Plaza #2300, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 836-0100 beleslaw.com
Huff Legal, PC
1423 Broadway #1025, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 296-8343 hufflegal.com
Law Office of Nabiel C. Ahmed Oakland
1305 Franklin St #411, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 271-0010 eastbaylawpractice.com
Demetrius Costy Law
528 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 254-3945 costylaw.com
Vera Law Office
460 Boulevard Way #3, Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 434-2700 veralawoffice.com
Morris Law PC, A Criminal Defense Firm
2744 E 11th St, Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 824-8831 morrisdefense.com
Lamano Law Office - Oakland Criminal Justice Attorney
420 3rd St Suite 250A, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 842-0750 lamanolaw.com
The Law Office of Jeffrey Kaloustian
2831 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 421-6495 jklaw1.com
The Law Offices of Robert Byers
420 3rd St #250, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 465-4000 bayareajustice.com
Oakland DUI Attorneys
220 4th St #200, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 488-3000 oaklandduiattorneys.com
Law office of Randy Sue Pollock
286 Santa Clara Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 763-9967 rspollocklaw.com
Katsuranis & Rodriguez, Attorneys at Law
524 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 504-2030 oaklandcriminalattorney.com
The Castillo Law Office
1939 Harrison St #710, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 894-6626 castillodefense.com
The Law Office of Nors Davidson
1300 Clay St Suite 600, Oakland, CA 94612
(415) 601-4140 alamedaduidefense.com
A criminal defense lawyer in Oakland California helps clients facing state or federal charges. California law provides specific rights and procedures for defendants in Alameda County courts. Local attorneys understand Oakland court processes and California penal code requirements.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Oakland Cost?
Criminal defense lawyer costs in California vary widely. A simple misdemeanor case might cost between 1500 and 5000 dollars. Felony cases often range from 5000 to 50000 dollars or more depending on complexity. Many lawyers offer payment plans. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases do criminal defense lawyers handle in Oakland?
Oakland criminal defense lawyers handle misdemeanors and felonies including DUI, drug offenses, theft, assault, and white collar crimes. They also represent clients in California juvenile court and expungement proceedings.
How quickly should I contact a lawyer after an arrest in California?
You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after an arrest. California law requires an arraignment within 48 hours for most felony arrests. Early legal help can protect your rights during police questioning.
What is the California three strikes law and how does it affect sentencing?
California three strikes law imposes longer sentences for repeat felony offenders. A second strike can double the sentence, and a third strike can result in 25 years to life. Recent reforms have reduced its application for nonviolent crimes.
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