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Find Criminal Defense Lawyers in Stockton, CA

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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Stockton, CA
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Showing 20 criminal defense lawyers in Stockton, CA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Peter J. Marek
1330 W Robinhood Dr, Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 476-0722 peterjmareklaw.com
Bird & Van Dyke, Inc. - A Professional Law Corporation
3522 Deer Park Dr, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 507-0479 birdandvandyke.net
Law Offices of Allen Sawyer
4578 Feather River Dr # D, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 645-0556 allensawyer.com
Gil Somera
2509 W March Ln Suite 200, Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 956-1234 gilsomera.com
VS Trial Lawyers (Villapudua and Somera)
2509 W March Ln Suite 200, Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 956-1234 vstriallawyers.com
Law Office of Antoinette J. Duron
3522 Deer Park Dr B, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 715-3873 aduronlaw.com
Law Office of Douglas A. Goss
3439 Brookside Rd STE 205, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 373-4680 douggosslaw.com
Pereira Law
3522 Deer Park Dr B, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 425-3425 pereira-law.com
Law Office of Jacob Benguerel
10 N California St, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 464-1003 lawofficeofjlb.com
Coimbra Law Firm
5250 Claremont Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
(888) 290-0004 coimbralaw.com
Law Offices of David Chesley
1313 W Robinhood Dr a3, Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 645-3050 chesleylawyers.com
The Law Office of Brian Lafferty
343 E Main St #318, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 227-4683 brianlaffertylaw.com
Law Offices of Mark A. Thiel
3439 Brookside Rd STE 205, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 951-9600 stocktondefense.com
Law Office of Kevin J. Rooney, P.C.
3425 Brookside Rd Suite A, Stockton, CA 95219
(209) 780-8118 kevinrooneylaw.com
Law Offices of David Barzaga
1151 W Robinhood Dr, Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 474-3710 dblawpractice.com
The Nieves Law Firm Criminal Defense Attorneys
11 S San Joaquin St Ste 609, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 583-9590 thenieveslawfirm.com
Griffin Legal Defense
343 E Main St #314, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 451-0165 griffinlegaldefense.com
Leon Mezzetti Criminal Law Offices Stockton
1151 W Robinhood Dr c8, Stockton, CA 95207
(877) 791-1836 mezzetti.com
Law Office of Dru Vincent Hunt, PC
27 N Grant St, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 948-3177 druhuntlaw.com
Stockton Criminal Defense Lawyers
821 N El Dorado St, Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 888-8900

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Stockton Cost?

The cost of a criminal defense lawyer in Stockton, California, can range from $1,500 to $5,000 for a simple misdemeanor case to $10,000 to $50,000 or more for serious felonies. Many lawyers offer flat fees for specific charges like DUI, while others charge hourly rates between $200 and $500. Costs depend on case complexity, court time, and the lawyer experience. 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 Stockton?
Criminal defense lawyers in Stockton handle a wide range of cases, including DUI, drug offenses, theft, assault, and domestic violence. They also represent clients charged with felonies or misdemeanors under California Penal Code.
How long do I have to hire a lawyer after an arrest in California?
You should hire a lawyer as soon as possible after an arrest. In California, you have the right to an attorney at all critical stages, and early involvement can help preserve evidence and protect your rights.
What is the statute of limitations for criminal charges in California?
The statute of limitations varies by crime. For most felonies, it is three years under California Penal Code Section 801. For misdemeanors, it is generally one year under Section 802. Some serious crimes have no time limit.