If you are facing a misdemeanor or felony charge in Los Angeles County, you need experienced criminal defense representation from a lawyer who understands the local criminal justice system. Jerry Nicholson provides dedicated defense for clients facing a wide range of criminal charges throughout Los Angeles County.
If you have been arrested or accused of a crime, Jerry Nicholson will review the circumstances of your case and develop a defense strategy based on the charges and evidence involved. With more than four decades of legal experience, he provides experienced criminal defense representation to clients throughout Los Angeles County.
Jerry Nicholson has extensive experience navigating the Los Angeles County criminal justice system. He works to protect your legal rights and pursue the strongest available defense based on the circumstances of your case.
What Cases Does Attorney Jerry Nicholson Handle?
DUI is one of the common criminal charges handled by the firm. If you are facing a DUI charge in Los Angeles County, Jerry Nicholson can help you understand the allegations, potential consequences, and available defense options.
If you are facing a domestic violence charge in Los Angeles County, Jerry Nicholson can review the allegations, evidence, and circumstances of the case and explain the defense options available to you.
The firm also represents clients facing burglary, assault, drug crime, and sex crime charges in Los Angeles County. Learn more about the firm’s burglary defense, assault and battery defense, drug crime defense, and sex crime defense services.
Why Should You Choose Attorney Jerry Nicholson?
Los Angeles County criminal defense attorney Jerry Nicholson represents every client with determination and diligence. He will seek to have the charge against you dropped or dismissed, negotiate a satisfactory plea bargain, or persuade a jury why you should be acquitted.
He will also give you frank advice and will defend your legal rights from the start of your case through its conclusion. Jerry Nicholson began his career back in 1978 as a Deputy District Attorney for Orange County, so he knows both sides of criminal law.
In 1987, he started his own legal firm dedicated entirely to defending those who are accused of crimes. With more than forty years of courtroom experience, defense lawyer Jerry Nicholson has established a reputation for diligence, tenacity, and excellence.
If You’re Charged With a Crime, What Are Your Legal Options?
If you did not commit a crime, attorney Jerry Nicholson will seek to have the criminal charge against you dismissed or to win an acquittal at your trial. However, if the state’s case is persuasive, and if your conviction is certain, it might not be wise to take the case to trial.
But other options may be available. For instance, you could be offered a plea bargain, or you may qualify for one of the court’s diversion programs. If one of these alternatives is genuinely your best option, attorney Jerry Nicholson will answer your questions and explain what may be required of you.
Jerry Nicholson will suggest and recommend what he believes is best for you, but the choice of a jury trial or a plea bargain – if you are offered a plea bargain – is entirely your choice.
What Should You Know About Court Appearances?
If you’ve been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony in Los Angeles County, you must appear for court at the location shown on your citation, release paper, bail or bond paperwork, or the arraignment papers that you received from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
To verify the date and location of your appearance in court, you can use the Los Angeles County Superior Court’s online calendar and case information page. Criminal trials are conducted at twenty-four different courthouse locations in Los Angeles County.
On the day of your court appearance, arrive at the courthouse in plenty of time to meet your defense attorney and report to the Clerk’s Office by 8:30 a.m.
Shirts and shoes are required. Chewing gum, food, and drinks may not be taken into the courtroom. Visitors to the courthouse must undergo screening for weapons. Devices like pagers, cell phones, and laptop computers must be silenced or turned off inside courtrooms.
When Should You Schedule a Consultation With Defense Lawyer Jerry Nicholson?
If you have been charged with a criminal offense or placed under arrest in Los Angeles County, contact Jerry Nicholson to discuss your case. He can explain your legal rights, available defense options, and the next steps in your case.
Criminal defense lawyer Jerry Nicholson will fully explain your legal rights and options. If you’re facing a criminal charge in Los Angeles County, or to find out more, call defense lawyer Jerry Nicholson’s offices at 562-434-8916. Phones are answered all 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Serving Communities Throughout Los Angeles County
The Law Offices of Jerry Nicholson represents clients facing criminal charges throughout Los Angeles County and surrounding communities. Our service area includes communities such as Burbank, Van Nuys, San Fernando, Sylmar, Calabasas, and other areas throughout the county.
