Protecting You From the Consequences of a Gang-Related Felony Charge
Any felony criminal charge is a serious matter, but in California, the potential consequences can be especially severe if you are accused of committing a felony in conjunction with a criminal gang. You need a dedicated criminal defense attorney fighting for your rights.
San Mateo gang enhancement lawyer Charles B. Smith — a former police officer and former prosecutor — has more than 25 years of legal experience. At The Law Office of Charles B. Smith, we do everything without our power to help our clients avoid serious criminal penalties.
Understanding California's Gang Enhancement Laws
In California, two people convicted of the same crime can receive dramatically different prison sentences if one person is found to have committed the crime in association with a gang. Gang enhancements apply to many different felony offenses, including the following:
- Violent crimes (murder, manslaughter, etc.)
- Property crimes (robbery, burglary, etc.)
- Drug crimes (distribution, trafficking, etc.)
- Sex crimes (rape, sexual assault, etc.)
The consequences of gang enhancements can be particularly severe for people charged with violent felonies. A gang-related conviction may also require you to register as a gang member for the rest of your life and restrict the types of clothing you are allowed to wear.
If you have been accused of a felony with a gang enhancement, Mr. Smith will carefully investigate the facts of your case and your personal background in order to make sure the court sees you as a human being instead of just a statistic in the so-called war on gangs.
Call a San Francisco Gang Affiliation Defense Attorney at 650-425-7703
If you have been charged with committing a gang-related in felony in California, you need an experienced attorney. To schedule a free consultation, call us at 650-425-7703 or e-mail us. We accept credit cards, are available outside of regular business hours, and regularly visit our clients who are in jail.
