Sacramento Felony Attorney
Facing a Felony in California
Felonies are the most serious offenses a person can face. Being convicted can leave you without many of your rights and makes it much more difficult to find:
- Housing
- Employment
- Loan opportunities
If you were charged with a felony, get help from the Sacramento felony defense attorney at Donato Legal Group today. We offer free consultations to help you better understand the challenges you face and how to proceed with your case.
Call our felony lawyer in Sacramento today by dialing (916) 318-5997. We offer free consultations to help you plan your defense.
Felony Charges in California
When a person is charged with a felony, the State of California proceeds as though they may be dangerous criminals. This can mean harder challenges such as larger bail amounts, jail time, and having less important misdemeanors charged as felonies.
Crimes that could be charged as felonies include:
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Arson
- Rape
- Murder
- Drug trafficking
- Gang activity
- Domestic violence
California Felony Penalties
In California, felony crimes are either charged as straight felonies or wobbler felonies. A straight felony is a crime that can only be charged as a felony, whereas a wobbler felony can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the prosecution's choice. If convicted of a felony, the penalties could include:
- Extended time in county jail or state prison
- Up to $10,000 in fines
- Community service
- Victim restitution
- Mandatory drug testing
Unlike other states, California also imposes a rule where subsequent felony convictions are penalized more harshly, meaning if you are convicted of more than one felony, your sentence could be doubled.
Call (916) 318-5997 Today
Once you have been charged with a felony, the prosecution will immediately begin to build a case against you. This requires careful planning and preparation. Donato Legal Group can help you understand the charges and evidence filed against you and help you plan how to defend yourself.
During your free consultation, our Sacramento criminal defense lawyer can give you helpful advice to help you proceed through your legal challenges with hope and confidence. You don’t have to fight your case alone. Call now.
Schedule your free consultation by dialing (916) 318-5997 or contact our felony attorney in Sacramento online today.
