At the firm, we are proud of our reputation and constantly striving to become better, more knowledgeable, and more experienced legal representatives. That’s why Jeremy Lessem, an attorney from the firm, is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. As a criminal law specialist, he is dedicated to giving clients the best legal representation he can offer. This attitude is a reflection of the firm’s general approach to legal defense.

According to the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, having a criminal law specialist fighting for your rights is valuable – especially during a complicated criminal case. Mr. Lessem is ready to help any client in need of a dedicated legal representative. If you’ve been charged with a serious crime, talk to a lawyer from our firm. With an attorney like Mr. Lessem fighting for your rights in the courtroom, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands.

Were You Issued a Bench or Arrest Warrant?

When a warrant is issued with your name on it, you can be picked up anywhere, anytime, and immediately taken into custody. There is great danger if the matter is not addressed immediately with the assistance of a highly skilled Ventura criminal defense attorney, whether it is a bench warrant or an arrest warrant.

If you or your loved one has been arrested or faces imminent arrest on a warrant, action must be taken immediately if you hope to avoid being taken into custody.

Difference Between Arrest Warrants vs. Bench Warrants

Although an arrest warrant and a bench warrant are similar, they are often issued in different circumstances.

• An arrest warrant is issued after law enforcement officials have enough reason to suspect that you have committed a crime following an investigation. The arrest warrant is an order to arrest and detain a suspect.
• A bench warrant is issued by a judge for the immediate arrest of someone, typically due to their failure to appear in court or when a probation violation is filed.

Although there may be an outstanding warrant, you have rights. These rights must be protected relentlessly and our legal team at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP is heavily involved in protecting the rights of the criminally accused with regard to bench warrants and arrest warrants. Avoiding being taken into custody is important, and if the matter can be resolved quickly with little or no damage to you, this is the optimum outcome.

In more complex issues, such as a failure to appear, there could be mitigating circumstances that must be brought to the attention of the court at once. We get involved at once to bring the matter to a resolution, based on the exact situation you are facing. If you failed to pay a fine, have a large number of unpaid tickets, were ordered to appear in court in a criminal case and did not receive the notice to appear, or are in any other situation, we will get involved and take action on your behalf.

Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP Can Fight for Your Future

If you or someone you love was accused of a serious crime, it is urgent that you get in touch with our Ventura criminal defense lawyers at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP right away. Because criminal charges, if you are convicted, can seriously alter your life, it is best to act quickly. When you choose to work with our team, you can rest easier knowing we will gather all the necessary evidence and details to have your charges reduced or dismissed. Do not wait another minute to get the representation you need.

Contact our criminal defense attorneys in Ventura today at (805) 819-7143!