Fresno, California, Criminal Defense Attorney
I work vigorously and creatively to defend your rights and freedom. At the Law Offices of Michael J. (Mac) McGinnis, I am a criminal defense attorney who will advise you on the state and federal criminal law and take actions that will get you the best results in court. I work in both federal and state courts and handle probation violations, expungements, and habeas corpus petitions, and appeals in addition to these criminal defense matters:
- DUI and serious traffic offenses: Many stops for DUI and serious traffic offenses occur along the highway corridor that runs through the Fresno area. As a result, many people who are accused of DUI or other serious traffic offenses like excessive speeding will be best served by a DUI lawyer from the Fresno area.
- White collar crimes: I defend people accused of white collar crimes like embezzlement and check, consumer, and credit card fraud. As your criminal defense attorney, I can work with you throughout your case to create the strongest defense possible from receipt of the "Target Letter" through trial.
- Domestic violence: When you have been accused of domestic violence, spousal battery, or violating an emergency protective order, you can be prosecuted even if your accuser later recants the story. It is vital to start the investigation as early as possible.
- Gang felonies and murder: When you are accused of a gang crime, you may be facing high penalties. I understand that young people sometimes get caught up in gang activity and I will prepare the strongest defense possible for them. I know the law on gangs and can help take action to preserve your freedom and help you get your or your child's life back on track.
- Sex crimes: Society often places a huge stigma on sex crimes. If you have been accused of a crime such as child molestation, lewd conduct, child sex abuse, rape, sodomy, incest, or possession of child pornography, I offer non-judgmental legal counsel and zealous representation to aggressively fight every aspect of the prosecution's case.
- Drug offenses: I defend people accused of manufacturing, possession, distribution, transportation, and furnishing many different kinds of drugs, like marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine, crack, heroin, and prescription drugs.
Criminal Defense Attorney Who Fights Strike Priors
California law is tough on habitual criminals. With the California Three Strikes Law, having "strike priors" can double your sentence on the second strike and can result in life in prison for the third strike. If you are convicted of a serious or violent felony, it will be counted as a strike. The second time you are convicted of a felony, the base-term sentence for that felony doubles. The third strike carries penalties as serious as 25 years to life. When such heavy sentences are at stake, hire an attorney who knows how to vigorously challenge the prosecution throughout your case.
Contact an Experienced Lawyer Who Can Fight for Your Freedom
At the Law Offices of Michael J. (Mac) McGinnis, I am a skilled criminal defense attorney who knows the law and who takes action for you in the courtroom. Contact me today for a free initial consultation at 559-497-7979.
