Newport Beach Armed Robbery Defense Attorneys
Allan H. Stokke and James D. Riddet have more than 80 years of combined criminal defense experience. Our lawyers take an aggressive approach in every case, leaving no stone unturned in our efforts to minimize the consequences of a criminal prosecution. We will conduct a thorough investigation of the facts of your arrest, looking for any loopholes or procedural violations that we can exploit to your benefit.
In our decades in practice, we have developed strong relationships within the legal community, which we can use to your advantage. We are well respected by our colleagues in the legal profession and have been named Southern California Super Lawyers. We have been listed in the Best Lawyers in America and are certified as criminal law specialists by the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization. We have also been selected for inclusion in Los Angeles Super Lawyers and are the only two criminal defense lawyers who were selected among the top 50 lawyers of Orange County.
There are a vast number of offense classified as violent crimes ranging from assault to murder. Many cases involve a witness who also claims to be a victim of the client's conduct. In such cases, it is important to fully explore the credibility of such witnesses with detailed investigation of his or her background including any prior criminal record. A competent investigator is extremely important in such cases, and Allan H. Stokke and James D. Riddet utilize very experienced and knowledgeable investigators who thoroughly follow our instructions for investigation. Frequently there is a mental issue which also could be a defense, and thus it is important to retain a qualified expert in psychology or psychiatry to examine these issues and determine if there is a mental defense.
Our Violent Crimes Defense Practice
We provide strong defense to anyone charged with a violent crime such as:
- Assault and battery, including assault with a deadly weapon or assault with intent to commit great bodily harm
- Attempted murder
- Spousal abuse or domestic violence
- Kidnapping
- Robbery or burglary of a private residence
- Internet crimes
We will tenaciously defend you, looking carefully at all evidence, so that we can identify all potential defenses. We will aggressively question the credibility and integrity of witnesses, looking for any motive they may have to lie about what happened. We will look for evidence that you acted in self-defense or that any alleged illegal activity was with the consent of the victim.
When appropriate, we will work with expert witnesses, gather DNA blood type evidence, as well as ballistics or fingerprint evidence, in our efforts to obtain an acquittal. Our first action, though, after accepting your case, will be to take all necessary measures to get you released from custody, working with bail bondsmen and the courts to get you out of jail.
Contact Stokke & Riddet
We provide a free initial consultation. To set up a private meeting with one of our experienced and aggressive Orange County violent crimes attorneys, contact our office by e-mail or call us at 714-662-2400.
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Phone: 714-662-2400
Fax: 714-662-2444
Stokke & Riddet
3 Macarthur Place
Suite 750
Santa Ana, CA 92707-6073
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