CHARGED WITH A CRIME IN BELLFLOWER? PUT MY EXPERIENCE ON YOUR SIDE

CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN BELLFLOWER, CALIFORNIA

Bellflower sits between the 91 and 605 freeways in southeast Los Angeles County, just north of Long Beach. Like its neighbor Lakewood, Bellflower contracts with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for law enforcement. Arrests are typically made by sheriff's deputies, and cases are prosecuted by the Los Angeles County District Attorney.

If you are facing criminal charges in Bellflower, you need a lawyer who knows the southeast Los Angeles County courts. My Long Beach office is close by, and I have defended clients throughout this area for years.

Criminal Charges I Defend in Bellflower

DUI and drug DUI
Domestic violence and restraining order violations
Drug possession and sales
Theft and burglary
Assault, battery, and assault with a deadly weapon
Gang allegations and weapons charges
Juvenile crimes

Where Bellflower Criminal Cases Are Heard

Bellflower cases are heard in the Los Angeles County Superior Court's southeast district. Depending on the charge, that is often the Norwalk Courthouse at 12720 Norwalk Boulevard or the Downey Courthouse at 7500 E Imperial Highway. I appear in both and know how cases are typically handled there.

Gang Enhancements and Serious Felonies

In some cases, prosecutors add a gang enhancement under Penal Code 186.22. That can add years to a sentence. California's STEP Forward Act (AB 333) made these allegations harder to prove. Prosecutors now have to show more than an association with a group or neighborhood. I scrutinize gang allegations closely and challenge them when the evidence falls short.

Your Rights During a Sheriff's Investigation

You have the right to remain silent. Use it, and ask for a lawyer.
You do not have to consent to a search of your car, phone, or home.
You have the right to a lawyer before any questioning.
Do not discuss your case on the phone from jail. Those calls are recorded.

As a former Los Angeles Police Department officer, I know how investigations are conducted from the inside. I use that experience to protect your rights and to challenge evidence that was gathered unlawfully.

Talk to a Bellflower Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Bellflower, do not wait to get help. The sooner I am involved, the more I can do to protect your rights and build your defense. Call McCready Law Group at (562) 837-0902 or send me a message to schedule a consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which court handles Bellflower criminal cases?

Bellflower cases are heard in the Los Angeles County Superior Court's southeast district, often at the Norwalk Courthouse or the Downey Courthouse depending on the charge.

What is a gang enhancement?

A gang enhancement under Penal Code 186.22 adds extra prison time when a crime is found to benefit a criminal street gang. Recent changes in California law have made these enhancements harder for prosecutors to prove.

Are jail phone calls recorded?

Yes. Calls from county jail are recorded and can be used as evidence. Avoid discussing your case with anyone except your lawyer.

Other Areas I Serve

I also represent clients arrested or charged with a crime in these nearby cities:

Also Serving Bellflower

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CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER SERVING BELLFLOWER

At McCready Law Group, I fight for people arrested or charged with a crime in Bellflower and throughout Los Angeles County. I bring eight years of experience as a Los Angeles Police Department officer to every case, and I give each client honest advice and personal attention. Call (562) 837-0902 to discuss your case.