Criminal Defense for Immigrants

Experienced Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer for Immigrants and U.S. Citizens

Whenever immigrants become involved in the justice system, the stakes are high. Any criminal case can have an impact on your admissibility to the United States, your work or student visa status, your eligibility for permanent residency or to keep your existing green card, your eligibility for U.S. citizenship, and many important aspects of your life beyond the legal issues. You could also be deported. The consequences can be much more far-reaching than the criminal penalties — the ultimate effect can be a fundamental disruption of your life and that of your family.

Criminal defense attorney Mark A. Davis has been providing thoughtful and vigorous criminal defense that takes immigration issues into account. Our legal team represents people — both immigrants and non-immigrants — in the L.A. area and throughout Southern California area who have been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime, and those who are facing ineligibility to enter the U.S., loss of their green cards, or deportation due to a criminal case. We also represent non-immigrant criminal defendants.

Contact our office by e-mail or by phone at (626) 440-0477 or toll-free at 1 (866) 4-MAD-LAW now to find out how we can help you.

Helping California Criminal Defense Clients Avoid Deportation

Unfortunately, there are many situations in which being an immigrant places criminal defendants at additional risk. It is essential for non-citizens who are accused of crimes to get an attorney who understands these risks.

For example, criminal defense lawyers who do not understand the effects of criminal convictions on immigration status frequently recommend pleading guilty to charges, thinking that they are getting a “good deal” for their clients. Many clients only find out later that their guilty plea has made them ineligible for admission to the U.S., lost them their green card, or taken away their chance for American citizenship.

Mark A. Davis is a former deputy district attorney for Riverside County. His experience as a criminal prosecutor gives him a clear understanding of how the prosecution evaluates and prepares cases. He understands what options are available for immigrant criminal defendants and a strong understanding of immigration law.

For example, as your defense lawyer, he may be able to negotiate a guilty plea to a similar criminal charge that still satisfies the government but does not ruin your chance to become an American citizen. He can help you understand all of your options for getting your criminal charges reduced or dismissed. If going to trial is your best option, he is an experienced, aggressive trial lawyer who will fight for your rights.

We provide dedicated criminal defense in a wide variety of California criminal charges:

• Drug crimes
• Sex crimes
• Violent crimes
• Domestic violence
• Firearms offenses
• Fraud-related offenses

We May Be Able to Help You Even If You Have Already Been Convicted

If you have already been convicted of a crime, it may not be too late to prevent deportation or other negative impact on your immigration status. In some circumstances, Mark A. Davis may be able to file a motion to vacate your conviction or guilty plea.

Get M.A.D. Get justice. Don't get deported. Call us now.

El abogado y el equipo entero hablan español | Attorney Mark A. Davis and our entire office staff is fluent in Spanish

If you have been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime and are concerned about the effect it may have on your immigration status, we are here to help you. Contact our office by e-mail or by phone at (626) 440-0477 or toll-free at 1 (866) 4-MAD-LAW to speak with attorney Mark A. Davis today.