John L. Michels is a top rated Riverside criminal defense attorney who defends clients throughout Riverside County with a combination of strategy and knowledge of the law. As a former prosecutor he has insider information that is invaluable in building a strong defense.
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This inside information allows Michels to anticipate the prosecution’s moves and counter them, often resulting in great case results and reviews. He has expertise in general criminal defense as well as specialized knowledge in areas such as domestic violence, reckless driving, drug offenses and white collar crimes. His clients benefit from his thorough investigations and ability to navigate complex legal issues, making him the go-to attorney in times of need.
Criminal Defense Lawyer
John L. Michels practices in the courthouses of Riverside, Temecula, Murrieta, Banning and Indio. He is known for his tenacious representation and personal attention to his clients’ cases. With a long history of courtroom wins, Michels brings a detailed and aggressive approach to every case.
His defenses are designed to find legal and procedural holes which often result in reduced charges or full acquittals. Michels is committed to his clients and is hands-on in every aspect of the legal process from preliminary hearings to jury trials.
Riverside Criminal Defense Consultation
Contact John L. Michels, a Riverside County criminal defense attorney with a proven track record, to schedule a personal criminal defense consultation. These consultations are designed to give you an overview of your legal situation so Michels can evaluate your case and advise on the best way to proceed.
During the consultation clients get a detailed and clear explanation of the legal options, the obstacles and the strategic choices. Michels builds the attorney client relationship from the start, open communication and trust are key to effective representation. Clients leave these sessions with a better understanding of what lies ahead and a plan for their defense.
As a Riverside County criminal defense attorney John L. Michels offers consultations that will explain the charges and outline a proactive defense strategy for your situation.
John L. Michels, a top rated Riverside Courthouse criminal defense attorney, offers consultations to prepare you for the Riverside County criminal justice system. These consultations will help you understand the charges against you, the consequences and the legal options in your defense.
Michels is hands on so every client feels informed and supported throughout the process. He uses these sessions to review the evidence, discuss defenses and plan a strategy that’s in your best interest. Clients benefit from Michels’ knowledge of local law and his ability to use that to their advantage.
Get Felony Charges Reduced or Dropped in Riverside
John L. Michels has a history of success at the Riverside Courthouse, especially getting felony charges reduced to misdemeanors. His aggressive legal strategies include challenging the prosecution’s evidence, questioning the legality of the arrest or search and negotiating with prosecutors to find weaknesses in their case.
John L. Michels’ legal strategies are case specific and often involve a combination of pre-trial preparation and negotiation. His goal is not just to minimize the impact of the charges but to get them dropped so his clients can have a clean record and avoid the life changing consequences of a felony conviction.
Throughout Riverside County, including Temecula and Murrieta Courthouses, John L. Michels is particularly good at reducing felony charges to misdemeanors. 
This not only minimizes the immediate penalties of a conviction but also preserves the long term prospects of his clients. By reducing felony charges Michels protects his clients from big fines, long jail time and the stigma of a felony conviction.
He reviews all case documents, investigates the incident and argues persuasively during plea bargaining. All of this is done to get the best possible outcome and reduce the charges to levels that will have less impact on his clients lives. John L. Michels is known in the Banning and Indio Courthouses for getting serious felony charges downgraded to lesser misdemeanors so his clients can get reduced penalties and better results.
Get Domestic Violence Charges Reduced or Dropped
John L. Michels out of the Riverside and Banning Courthouses will work to minimize the impact of domestic violence charges so his clients don’t get hit with the worst of the law.
Get Drug Crime Charges Reduced or Dropped
As a drug crime defense attorney in the Temecula and Indio Courthouses John L. Michels will offer strong strategies to his clients facing these charges to get them reduced or dropped.
Get Assault Charges Reduced or Dropped
Specializing in assault criminal defense in the Murrieta and Riverside Courthouses John L. Michels will get these charges reduced or dropped so his clients can have a future.
Beat Theft Crime Charges in Riverside
John L. Michels is known in the Riverside and Banning Courthouses for theft defense. He challenges the prosecution’s evidence to get an acquittal or charge reduction.
Beat Felony Sex Crime Charges in Riverside
John L. Michels is a sex crime defense expert in the Indio and Temecula Courthouses. He has the knowledge and understanding of the sex crime laws to build strong defense strategies. Michels reviews the prosecution’s evidence, finds weaknesses and procedural errors.
