Business Details
Emergency
services
Criminal Defense Attorney in Long Beach, CA
The Law Office of Richard L. Poland has provided aggressive criminal defense representation for over four decades, specializing in complex cases across Southern California. Our firm combines extensive legal expertise with personalized attention, handling charges ranging from DUI and domestic violence to sex crimes and federal drug offenses. We prioritize early intervention to prevent charges, employ thorough investigative strategies, and leverage deep knowledge of California court systems to protect clients' rights.Our 24/7 availability ensures immediate support during critical moments, while our commitment to transparency and client education fosters trust throughout the legal process. With a focus on negotiation and trial readiness, we strive to achieve dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable verdicts while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Domestic Violence
Drug Charges
Assault and Battery
Sex Crimes
Weapons Charges
Juvenile Defense
Fraud Crimes
License Suspension
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized criminal defense experience in California courts
- Our team provides 24/7 immediate legal intervention for urgent cases
- We employ thorough evidence analysis and constitutional challenge strategies
- We maintain personalized attorney-client communication throughout all proceedings
- Our track record includes successful dismissals and reduced charges in complex cases
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Phenomenal experience
Best defense attorneys
Threw out case
Genuine and honest
Proven track record
Services
Criminal Defense
Our firm provides comprehensive defense strategies for all criminal charges, combining 40+ years of experience with aggressive courtroom tactics. We specialize in challenging evidence admissibility, negotiating plea agreements, and securing dismissals through early intervention. Clients receive personalized attention from initial consultation through trial, with 24/7 availability for urgent matters across Southern California.
DUI Defense
We defend DUI charges by challenging blood alcohol testing methods, police procedures, and evidence validity. Our strategies focus on preventing license suspension through DMV hearings and reducing penalties through negotiated plea agreements or trial verdicts. With extensive knowledge of California's DUI laws, we protect driving privileges while minimizing long-term consequences.
Domestic Violence
Our defense approach challenges false allegations and prosecutorial overreach in domestic violence cases. We protect parental rights, employment opportunities, and personal reputations through evidence analysis and strategic courtroom representation. We specialize in cases involving spousal abuse, false accusations, and protective order challenges across Long Beach and surrounding counties.
Drug Charges
We defend state and federal drug charges including possession, trafficking, and manufacturing. Our strategies challenge illegal search and seizure practices while exploring alternative sentencing options. We protect clients' futures by minimizing criminal records and employment impacts through negotiated dismissals or reduced charges in California courts.
Sex Crimes
Our defense team challenges sex crime allegations through forensic evidence analysis and witness testimony strategies. We protect clients' rights against charges including statutory rape, child pornography, and sexual battery. We focus on preventing lifetime registration requirements while maintaining confidentiality throughout the legal process in Southern California courts.
People
Richard L. Poland
Criminal Defense Attorney
With over 40 years of experience, Richard L. Poland specializes in criminal defense across Southern California. He focuses on DUI, domestic violence, and federal drug charges while maintaining 24/7 client availability. His practice emphasizes constitutional challenges and early case intervention strategies.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact our office immediately to request DMV hearing within 10 days and preserve driving privileges while we develop defense strategies.
How can domestic violence charges affect my life?
Convictions can result in loss of child custody, employment opportunities, and permanent criminal records requiring sex offender registration in severe cases.
Can drug possession charges be dismissed?
Yes, through challenging illegal search procedures or proving lack of possession control, with potential for charge reduction or alternative sentencing.
Do you handle juvenile criminal cases?
Yes, we specialize in juvenile defense focusing on minimizing long-term impacts through diversion programs and record expungement opportunities.
What makes your sex crime defense different?
We combine forensic evidence challenges with strategic witness testimony analysis to combat false accusations and prevent lifetime registration requirements.
Are weapons charges always felonies?
Not always - penalties depend on weapon type, prior record, and specific circumstances, with potential for charge reduction through evidence challenges.
