Anyone accused of or charged with a crime in Contra Costa County needs the support and expertise of reputable Contra Costa County criminal defense attorneys like the team of attorneys at Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC. As a seasoned team of Contra Costa County criminal defense attorneys, we understand the impact criminal charges can have on your life, your profession, and your reputation.

Contra Costa County criminal defense attorneys

Although Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC is a San Francisco and Alameda County-based firm, we regularly handle matters throughout the Bay Area including Contra Costa County. Firm owner David J. Cohen, Esq. and the team of attorneys are well-versed in handling three strikes cases, firearm charges, administrative and licensing hearings, conspiracy, and homicide. The team of attorneys routinely appear on criminal matters in Contra Costa County Superior Court and have helped many Contra Costa clients obtain phenomenal results.

Contra Costa County Superior Court hears criminal matters at the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse, the A.F. Bray Courthouse in Martinez, the George D. Carroll Courthouse in Richmond, and also at the Richard E. Arnason Justice Center in Pittsburg. Contra Costa County covers matters stemming from charges out of Antioch, Brentwood, Clayton, Concord, Danville, El Cerrito, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pinole, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Richmond, San Pablo, San Ramon, and Walnut Creek. The hard-working attorneys at Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC are familiar with the Contra Costa County courts, judges, and district attorneys and will explore all possible options to get you the best results possible.

Attorney Clint C. Christoffersen

When looking to retain an experienced Contra Costa County criminal defense attorney, it is imperative you choose a professional who will guide and explain each step of the criminal process as it relates to your matter. At Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC, our team of attorneys work diligently and aggressively to obtain the best possible outcome for your case. Bay Area Criminal Lawyers, PC offers free initial consultations and financing options to allow anyone the opportunity to obtain the best defense for their matter.

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