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41 Years
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Emergency
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Sacramento Criminal Defense & DUI Legal Representation
Foos Gavin Law Firm combines decades of legal expertise with a client-centered approach to deliver exceptional representation in criminal defense, DUI cases, restraining orders, and cannabis-related legal matters. Our team, led by former Sacramento Superior Court Commissioner David Foos and attorney Robert Carroll, leverages insider knowledge of the judicial system to achieve favorable outcomes. With a focus on personalized service, we prioritize thorough case investigation, strategic defense, and compassionate support for clients facing life-altering charges.Our proven track record includes dismissals, reduced charges, and successful negotiations, supported by a network of experts and investigators. We emphasize transparency, ethical practice, and 24/7 availability to ensure clients receive timely, reliable counsel during critical moments.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Restraining Orders
Cannabis Cultivation Penalties
Domestic Violence
Drug Charges
Assault and Battery
Theft Crimes
Sex Crimes
Probation Violations
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined legal experience in criminal defense and DUI cases.
- Our team includes a former Sacramento Superior Court Commissioner with insider judicial knowledge.
- We provide 24/7 availability for emergency legal consultations and bail assistance.
- Our proven track record includes dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable plea bargains.
- We conduct thorough investigations with expert witnesses and scientific evidence analysis.
What people say
Proven track record
Personalized attention
Aggressive defense
24/7 availability
Former judicial insight
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice protects clients facing charges ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. We specialize in assault, domestic violence, drug offenses, and theft crimes. With decades of courtroom experience, we challenge evidence, negotiate plea deals, and secure dismissals through strategic defense. Our team conducts independent investigations, consults experts, and leverages insider knowledge of prosecutorial tactics to minimize penalties or achieve case dismissals.
DUI Defense
We defend clients charged with DUI offenses, including first-time and repeat violations, drug-related DUIs, and underage drinking cases. Our attorneys challenge breathalyzer accuracy, police procedure violations, and field sobriety test validity. We work to prevent license suspensions, reduce fines, and avoid jail time through plea negotiations or trial litigation. Our firm also assists with DMV hearings and ignition interlock device requirements.
Restraining Orders
We handle both defense against and prosecution of restraining orders, including domestic violence, elder abuse, and workplace harassment cases. Our attorneys guide clients through emergency hearings, evidence presentation, and long-term legal strategy. We draft declarations, interview witnesses, and negotiate settlements to protect clients' rights while minimizing personal and professional repercussions from false or legitimate allegations.
Cannabis Cultivation Penalties
Our firm defends property owners and tenants facing administrative penalties for cannabis cultivation violations in Sacramento County. We challenge excessive fines by demonstrating landlord due diligence or presenting mitigating circumstances for cultivators. We negotiate with local authorities, prepare mitigation packages, and represent clients in hearings to reduce or eliminate penalties related to plant counts, zoning violations, and licensing issues.
Domestic Violence
We defend clients accused of domestic battery, spousal abuse, and child endangerment under California Penal Codes 273.5 and 243(e). Our attorneys challenge false accusations, present self-defense arguments, and mitigate sentencing through rehabilitation programs. We protect parental rights in custody disputes involving domestic violence allegations and work to prevent long-term consequences like restraining orders and mandatory counseling requirements.
People
David Foos
Attorney & Former Judicial Officer
David Foos is a retired Sacramento Superior Court Commissioner with 16 years of judicial experience and 45 years in criminal law. He specializes in criminal defense, DUI cases, and cannabis penalty defense. His insider knowledge of prosecutorial strategies and courtroom procedures enhances his ability to secure favorable outcomes for clients facing serious charges.
Robert L. Carroll
Associate Attorney
Robert Carroll focuses on criminal defense and DUI cases with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in challenging illegal search and seizure violations under the 4th Amendment. His approach combines aggressive courtroom advocacy with compassionate client support to achieve dismissals, reduced charges, and favorable plea agreements.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact Foos Gavin Law Firm immediately. We'll help you request a DMV hearing within 10 days to challenge license suspension, analyze police procedure violations, and build a defense strategy to reduce penalties or secure dismissal.
How can I defend against false domestic violence accusations?
We investigate evidence, interview witnesses, and present self-defense arguments. Our attorneys challenge false allegations through cross-examination, character evidence, and documentation to prevent restraining orders and criminal convictions.
Can first-time drug offenders avoid jail time?
Yes. We negotiate participation in California's Drug Diversion Program (PC 1000) or Proposition 36 treatment programs to substitute incarceration with rehabilitation, leading to charge dismissal upon successful completion.
What happens during a restraining order hearing?
We prepare your declaration, interview witnesses, and present evidence to either support or challenge the order. Our attorneys negotiate settlements or argue your case before the judge to protect your rights and living arrangements.
How do cannabis cultivation penalties work in Sacramento?
Sacramento imposes administrative fines for exceeding plant limits. We demonstrate landlord compliance or present mitigating circumstances to reduce penalties through negotiations with city attorneys and evidence submission.
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