Areas of Criminal Defense

Prosecutors and Law Enforcement have nearly unlimited resources and the full power of the government to use against you when you are accused of a felony or misdemeanor.

DO NOT GO TO COURT ALONE.

You are likely facing severe consequences such as prison or jail, a strike conviction for serious or violent crimes, and parole or probation. You need competent, zealous representation to help guide you through the process and be your voice in court. Some common charges the Law Offices of Benjamin Cates defends against include:

Penal Code 211 Robbery

Penal Code 245 Assault

Penal Code 422 Criminal Threats

Penal Code 459 Burglary

Penal Code 273a Child Endangerment

Penal Code 487 Grand Theft

Penal Code 488 Petty Theft

Penal Code 496 Receiving Stolen Property

Penal Code 148 Delaying/Obstruction of Justice

Penal Code 647f Drunk in Public

Penal Code 647b Solicitation of Prostitution

Penal Code 23152(a), 2315d(b), 2315d(e), 23152(f) DUI Charges

This list includes some examples of charges we defend against, but it is not exhaustive. Call for a complementary consultation and we will discuss your charges, the possible consequences if convicted, along with strategies and defenses to get you the best results

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Areas of Defense

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DUI DEFENSE

We can help you. There is a TEN DAY critical window. Don't delay getting help.

When arrested for a DUI :

1. You will be charged with the crime of DUI in court. California Vehicle Code sections 23152(a) & 23152(b).

2. The DMV will automatically suspend your license if you do not request a hearing within TEN DAYS. If a hearing is requested within ten days, you will be granted a hearing to determine whether a license suspension will be imposed.

When you hire the Law Offices of Benjamin Cates, we will fight for your rights both in court and at the DMV. Gather evidence, including audio or video recordings, and be able to utilize this evidence to question all witnesses - including the arresting officer.

Mr. Cates will personally handle your case in court and at the DMV. He has received numerous awards for his excellence in the area of defending those accused of DUI’s.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFENSE

Many individuals are wrongly accused and charged with Domestic Violence crimes. In recent years the amount of Domestic Violence arrests has risen exponentially due to changes in Domestic Violence policies within Police Departments. In virtually all instances where officers are called out for a Domestic Violence investigation, the officers will choose a party to arrest. This does not mean that an actual crime has been committed, or that the correct party has been arrested. Some common Domestic Violence charges include:

Penal Code 273.5 Corporal Injury to spouse or cohabitant

Penal Code 243(e)(1) Domestic Violence Battery

Penal Code 273.6 Violation of Restraining Order

OTHER CRIMINAL CHARGES

Contact our law office to determine how we can best help you in your case.