San Fernando Valley Criminal Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Van Nuys, CA

Arraignment : The Process

The first stage in the California Criminal Court process is the arraignment. The arraignment is the hearing that follows the arrest, usually within 48 hours.

During this hearing the judge will advise you of your legal Constitutional rights and the court will state the specific charges being filed against you. During this time you willl have a chance to enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest and the court will set, modify, reinstate, or clear your bail. As your Van Nuys Criminal Defense Attorney we will be there to help you and advise you on the wise decisions to make.

Your Constitutional rights include the right against self incrimination, the right to a speedy trial, the right to a trial by jury, the right to produce and confront witnesses to name a few.

If you are facing misdemeanor charges you would not even have to appear for your arraignment and we would go to court on your behalf. On the other hand, if you are facing felony charges you would have to appear but we would be there right by your side ready to be your advocate!

We will sit down with you and explain everything to you to make sure you are at peace. We will handle the legalistics of everything and do everythnig we can to get you the best possible results.

Call us and set up a free case review.