Misdemeanors

Are you facing a misdemeanor charge?  Misdemeanors can have serious consequences, affecting your finances and your freedom.  Redwood City Attorney Jeffrey B. Hayden is a criminal law specialist, and has the knowledge and experience needed to protect your rights.  A criminal conviction can truly change your life.  Don’t go down without a fight. 

Having a qualified criminal defense lawyer on your side can help to put the odds in your favor and make the difference between freedom and incarceration.  We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to protect you. 

What is a Misdemeanor?
Misdemeanors are “lesser” criminal acts, generally punished less severely than felony offenses, but more so than infractions.  Examples of misdemeanor charges include:

As a rule of thumb, misdemeanors are crimes with a maximum punishment of one year or less in a county jail.  If you are convicted of a misdemeanor your punishment can include:

In California, if you receive jail time as part of your misdemeanor conviction, you will serve time in a county jail, whereas those sentenced to one year or more of incarceration for felony offenses serve their time in a prison. 

California criminal defense lawyer Jeffrey B. Hayden knows the law and he knows what is at stake. He will explain the issues, your options, and help you choose the best course of action whether that involves trial or settlement. Contact us today to discuss your situation with a criminal law specialist and Super Lawyer dedicated to your future.