Fullerton- Sean De Lacerda, a Los Angeles Sheriff's Deputy was arrested in Fullerton for the alleged assault on his girlfriend. The ex-girlfriend, who had called the police, states that she was concerned for his safety and her own. She told police that he had showed up to her apartment and immediately they started fighting. At the time he was armed with a hand gun and was making threats of suicide. Fullerton police arrested him on the suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon, burglary, and false imprisonment.
Assault with a deadly weapon is considered a serious offense in California. It can be defined in the California Penal code section 245(a). It states that any person that commits assault to another with a fire arm can either be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. In California it is called a "wobbler". This means that he unique factors for your case will determine whether it gets charged as a misdemeanor or a felony. Burglary is also considered a "wobbler in California. It is defined in the Penal code section 459. It defines one type of burglary as breaking into a residence with the intent to commit a crime. There is also commercial burglary or second degree burglary which is more common. This is usually a shoplifting charge and is considered a "wobbler".
It is important to hire a Fullerton criminal defense attorney if you are facing charges like assault with a deadly weapon or burglary. An attorney with experience will be able to successfully defend you in court.
Why is it important to retain a Santa Ana criminal defense attorney?
Since "wobbler" charges like assault with a deadly weapon for example, can either be a felony or a misdemeanor it is important to retain an attorney that has had experience defending a wide range of criminal defense case. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti we have been successful representing clients for years and our skilled attorney knows what defenses to raise that will help you in defending your case. We have helped clients with felony and misdemeanor charges like assault, battery, felony assault and battery, sex crimes, domestic violence, murder, vehicular manslaughter, DUI, grand theft and white collar crimes cases like fraud, embezzlement, or identity theft. Our Orange County criminal defense attorney has the knowledge to help you defend your criminal charge.
If you or someone you know is facing a felony or a misdemeanor, retain a Orange County assault defense attorney today. We have help clients in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at (714)530-9690 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com.
