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Criminal Defense Representation Throughout Southern California

Criminal charges can affect your freedom, career, professional licenses, driving privileges, immigration status, and reputation. Leonard Manalo provides criminal defense representation to clients throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, and surrounding areas.

Every case is different. The defense strategy should be built around the facts, the evidence, the client’s goals, and the specific legal issues involved.

DUI and Driving Offenses

DUI cases can involve both criminal court proceedings and separate DMV consequences. Leonard Manalo represents clients facing DUI and related driving offenses and works to identify defenses involving the traffic stop, chemical testing, field sobriety testing, and other evidence.

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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations can result in criminal charges, restraining orders, firearm restrictions, and serious personal and professional consequences. Early legal representation can be important in evaluating the evidence and developing a defense strategy.

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Drug Offenses

Drug cases may involve possession, transportation, sales allegations, search-and-seizure issues, and other constitutional questions. Leonard Manalo represents clients facing a range of drug-related charges.

Theft and Property Crimes

Theft-related offenses can carry significant criminal and professional consequences. Defense may involve challenging identification, intent, valuation, witness testimony, or the circumstances surrounding the alleged conduct.

White Collar Crimes

Fraud, embezzlement, and other financial crimes often involve extensive records and complicated factual issues. These cases require careful review of the evidence and a strategic defense approach.

Serious and Violent Felonies

Felony charges can expose a person to substantial prison time and long-term consequences. Leonard Manalo represents clients facing serious felony allegations and works to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, litigate appropriate motions, and pursue the best available resolution.

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Direct Attorney Access

Clients work directly with Leonard Manalo throughout their case. Whether you are under investigation, have recently been arrested, or already have a court date, you can discuss your situation directly with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

Call 1-800-775-1988 for a free consultation.