Criminal Defense Services in Orange County
how we help before, during, and after court
Watch this short video to learn what happens when you contact Not Guilty Law and how Attorney Nate Gjesdal helps clients through the criminal court process.
When you contact Not Guilty Law:
You speak directly with Attorney Nate Gjesdal
We review what happened, what you were charged with, and any court dates
You learn your realistic options and possible next steps
We move quickly to protect your record, freedom, license, job, and future
Not Guilty Law handles DUI, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, probation violations, expungements, and other misdemeanor and felony cases in Orange County and surrounding areas.
Not Guilty Law Delivers
Case Dismissal · Reduction of Charges · No Jail Time · Expungements
Don’t let your criminal case interrupt your life!
DUI
Protect Your license
Not Guilty Law handles driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Defendants need an experienced criminal defense attorney to inspect, litigate, and negotiate their cases in pursuit of a criminal charge reduction or dismissal.
You only have 10 DAYS post-arrest to request a hearing with the DMV and avoid automatic license suspension. Potential suspensions range from 30 days to over a year.
Typically, we start by requesting a DMV hearing to safeguard your license. Next, we gather evidence, which may include police reports, blood or breath test results, 911 calls, dash camera, and officer body camera footage. Many clients can regain driving privileges through alcohol classes and Ignition Interlock installation, a process we expertly guide you through.
Charged with a DUI in Orange, Riverside, Los Angeles, or San Bernardino County? Contact Not Guilty Law and we will review every detail of your case, including your blood alcohol tests, the reason why police stopped you, and your field sobriety tests to create the best legal defense.
Domestic Violence
Act fast upon arrest
Early involvement in the police investigation maximizes your chances of case dismissal. When a police report is sent to the prosecuting agency, we meet with the reviewing prosecutors and get charges dismissed before the case ever goes into court.
If a case does go to court, it’s not too late to get it dismissed! With the cooperation of your spouse or partner, we obtain a written statement or have that person show up to court with us. It's important to tell your story - The truth of what happened, and how a domestic violence charge is impacting your loved ones.
Not Guilty Law’s approach safeguards your priorities, potentially leading to the dismissal or reduction of charges. This outcome is crucial for preserving your gun rights, immigration status, and more.
Theft
keep a clean record
Get your theft case DISMISSED. Not Guilty Law has represented hundreds of people on theft cases, and has dealt directly with legal and loss prevention teams for Nordstrom, Costa Mesa South Coast Plaza, PGA Superstore, Target, and other retail operations. Prop 36 ALLOWS FELONY CHARGES AND INCREASES SENTENCES FOR CERTAIN DRUG AND THEFT CRIMES. We will work tirelessly with the prosecutors and Orange County retail stores to get your theft charges dismissed, so you can maintain a clean criminal record.
Both misdemeanor and felony theft charges can be reduced or dismissed. Not Guilty Law has dismissed complex theft cases - ranging from $300 retail theft cases involving multiple defendants, up to a $6,000 theft case with serious immigration consequences. Our proven approach to fighting theft charges gets RESULTS.