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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles
The Law Offices of Jonathan I. Kelman have dedicated over 15 years to criminal defense in California, specializing in DUI, drug crimes, domestic violence, and federal offenses. With a background in Southwestern University School of Law and a top-tier academic record, Jonathan I. Kelman combines legal expertise with aggressive representation. The firm's success stems from its deep understanding of prosecutorial tactics, proactive defense strategies, and personalized client attention.Recognized by major media outlets as a legal analyst, the practice maintains affiliations with key legal associations while prioritizing client rights throughout the criminal process. Their approach focuses on minimizing penalties through alternative sentencing options and pre-trial interventions, supported by a track record of case dismissals and charge reductions.
Services
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes Defense
Domestic Violence Defense
Sex Crimes Defense
Theft Crimes Defense
Federal Crimes Defense
Juvenile Crimes Defense
Expungements
Probation Violations
Bench Warrants
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized criminal defense experience in California courts
- Our firm provides 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- We employ proven strategies to reduce charges and avoid incarceration
- Our attorney has appeared as legal analyst on major national networks
- We guarantee personalized attention to every case from arraignment through trial
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Services
DUI Defense
California DUI defense requires specialized expertise due to complex penalties including license suspension and jail time. Our firm challenges evidence through field sobriety test analysis and breathalyzer accuracy challenges. We negotiate reduced charges while protecting clients' driving privileges through DMV hearing representation.
Drug Crimes Defense
We defend against drug possession, trafficking, and sales charges under California's strict controlled substances laws. Our strategies challenge search and seizure legality while exploring alternative sentencing through Proposition 36. We protect clients from mandatory minimum sentences and registration requirements.
Domestic Violence Defense
Our defense focuses on disproving allegations through evidence analysis and witness testimony challenges. We prevent false accusations from becoming criminal records while addressing collateral consequences like restraining orders and firearm possession loss.
Sex Crimes Defense
We defend against charges requiring sex offender registration through forensic evidence challenges and witness credibility assessments. Our approach minimizes lifelong consequences while maintaining client privacy throughout the legal process.
Theft Crimes Defense
We handle petty theft, grand theft, and burglary cases by challenging property ownership evidence and value assessments. Our firm prevents permanent criminal records through charge reduction to infractions and diversion program negotiations.
People
Jonathan I. Kelman
Attorney at Law
With 15+ years of criminal defense experience, Jonathan I. Kelman graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Michigan and top 10% of his class at Southwestern Law School. Featured as legal analyst on MSNBC, FOX, and CNN, he represents clients in state and federal courts while maintaining memberships in key legal associations.
Questions
Can DUI charges be reduced?
Yes, through field sobriety test challenges, breathalyzer accuracy disputes, and negotiation for wet reckless pleas.
What happens during a DMV hearing?
We challenge license suspension by disputing arrest procedures and chemical test validity within 10-day deadlines.
How do drug crime penalties vary?
Penalties depend on substance classification, quantity, and prior record - ranging from probation to life imprisonment.
Can domestic violence charges be dismissed?
Yes, through evidence demonstrating false accusations, lack of credible injury, or self-defense scenarios.
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