Business Details
18 Years
experience
Sacramento Criminal Defense Attorneys
Gonzales Law Office is a distinguished criminal defense firm founded by Jonathan Gonzales, a former police officer with specialized experience in the DUI Unit at the Public Defender's Office. Our team combines decades of legal expertise with aggressive defense strategies to deconstruct prosecution cases, leveraging insider knowledge of law enforcement tactics. With an undefeated jury trial record from 2016 to 2019 and over 70 jury trials handled, we deliver life-changing results for clients facing charges ranging from DUIs to violent crimes.Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our recognition in Super Lawyers Rising Stars and the National Trial Lawyers' Top 40 Under 40 list. We operate with complete transparency, offering free consultations and maintaining a client-centric approach that prioritizes protecting rights, reputations, and freedoms through tailored legal solutions.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Drug Crimes
Expungement
Domestic Violence
Sex Crimes
Theft Crimes
Juvenile Crimes
Probation Violations
White Collar Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Former police officer with DUI Unit experience provides unique defense insights
- Undefeated jury trial record from 2016-2019 across all felony counts
- Licensed to practice in all California and Federal courts
- Free and confidential case evaluations available
- Proven success with complex cases including attempted murder dismissals
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers Rising Stars
- National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
What people say
Best defense trial attorney
Undefeated jury record
Charges dismissed
Life-changing results
Aggressive defense strategies
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice combines former police officer expertise with proven trial strategies to challenge charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. We leverage insider knowledge of law enforcement tactics to identify case weaknesses while maintaining an undefeated jury trial record from 2016-2019. Our approach focuses on complete case dismissal or charge reduction through strategic evidence analysis and courtroom advocacy.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense leverages former police officer insights into breathalyzer technology and field sobriety test limitations. We challenge improper traffic stops, equipment malfunctions, and constitutional violations while navigating California's strict DUI laws. Our track record includes multiple case dismissals for first-time and repeat offenders with BAC levels exceeding legal limits.
Drug Crimes
We defend against all drug-related charges including possession, manufacturing, and distribution. Our strategies challenge evidence collection procedures and laboratory testing accuracy while utilizing California's drug court alternatives. We successfully reduced charges for clients facing possession of controlled substances and large-scale trafficking allegations through strategic plea negotiations and trial advocacy.
Expungement
Our expungement services help clients clear criminal records to improve employment and housing opportunities. We guide clients through California's complex expungement process for misdemeanors and eligible felonies, including probation completion requirements. We specialize in cases where prior convictions hinder professional licensing or immigration status, with successful outcomes for clients seeking fresh starts.
Domestic Violence
We defend against domestic violence charges involving physical, emotional, and financial abuse allegations. Our approach challenges witness credibility and examines evidence collection procedures while addressing restraining order implications. We successfully defended clients facing felony domestic violence charges with no jail time outcomes, including cases involving protective order violations and child endangerment allegations.
People
Jonathan Gonzales
Founding Attorney
Former police officer with DUI Unit experience, undefeated jury trial record 2016-2019, recognized in Super Lawyers Rising Stars and National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. Specializes in criminal defense strategies that deconstruct prosecution cases through evidence analysis and courtroom advocacy.
Brandon Leibrock
Of Counsel
Experienced criminal defense attorney supporting complex case strategies with extensive knowledge of Sacramento County legal systems. Collaborates on high-stakes trials while maintaining focus on client-centered defense solutions that challenge prosecution evidence and procedural violations.
Questions
What should I expect during a free consultation with a Sacramento criminal defense attorney?
Our free consultation includes case review, legal assessment of potential penalties, explanation of constitutional protections, discussion of defense strategies, and clear fee explanation. Bring all legal documents, police reports, and case notes.
How can a criminal defense attorney help reduce my charges or get my case dismissed?
We employ evidence challenges, witness credibility analysis, constitutional violation identification, and plea negotiations. Our track record shows success in complete dismissals, charge reductions, and alternative sentencing avoiding jail time.
What types of criminal cases do Sacramento defense attorneys handle most frequently?
We handle DUI/DWI, drug crimes, assault and battery, domestic violence, theft crimes, and serious felonies including violent crimes and federal charges across Sacramento County and Northern California.
Can I refuse a breathalyzer test in California?
Refusing a breathalyzer test in California triggers automatic license suspension and additional penalties under implied consent laws. Our attorneys challenge these administrative actions while defending the underlying DUI charge.
What qualifies as domestic violence in California?
California defines domestic violence as abuse or threats against intimate partners through physical, emotional, sexual, or financial means. Charges can result from physical injury, threats, or controlling behavior without visible injury.
