Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Nevada City | 4 available

4 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Nevada City, california, including David Alkire, Jennifer Granger, Katharine Elliott, and Stephen Munkelt. These lawyers are rated between 3.1/5 to 3.5/5 and 62% provide free consultation.

David Alkire

Jennifer Grang

Katharine Elli

Stephen Munkel

Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby Nevada City (by distance)

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Nevada City, California ZIP 95959 0.0 mi away 4 lawyers

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David Alkire

Firm: Law Office of David Alkire

505 Coyote St , Nevada City , California 95959

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I have extensive experience with criminal and civil trials and appeals in state and federal courts.

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Jennifer Granger

Firm: Granger Law Office

Po Box 2514 , Nevada City , California 95959

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Attorney Jennifer Granger is ready to defend your rights against DUI, all felonies, serious and violent, sex offenses, cannabis issues, domestic violence, and all other criminal charges. Jennifer has helped many people avoid jail time, retain their driving privileges and avoid a criminal record. She provides effective legal representation, and has a winning courtroom record.. In addition to her experience with criminal defense, Ms. Granger has successfully handled all family law cases. She is committed to helping individuals and families navigate the complex legalities of divorce, settlement, and child custody.

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“before what was supposed to be a pre-trial conference, and it become a hearing to present my motto t”

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Katharine Elliott

Firm: Nevada County Counsel

950 Maidu Avenue , Nevada City , California 95959

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Government

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Stephen Munkelt

Firm: Law Office of Stephen A. Munkelt

206 Providence Mine Road Suite 218 , Nevada City , California 95959

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Criminal Defense

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Recent Q&As in California (Criminal Defense)

Misdemeanor charges dismissed, changed to administrative citation. Does it still show up as an arrest during background checks? | Aug 2, 2026 | Sourced from Reddit
Location: California Hi! I was recently arrested and charged with a misdemeanor for unlawful assembly. I recently got a notice from the City Police dept. saying it was dismissed and replaced with an Administrative Citation, which is apparently a lower-level offense like an infraction -- civil, not criminal. Only thing to do is pay a fine. My question is, is this something I still need to get expunged? Like will an arrest still show up on a background check for private company employers? Not sure how downgraded charges work. I was basically detained, never fingerprinted/mugshot etc. but the original ticket was for a misdemeanor. I'd appreciate any help, thanks!
This may be a long shot but do any petty theft lawyers use Reddit? ‍♀️ | Jul 22, 2026 | Sourced from Reddit
I fucked up I made a mistake was caught concealing merchandise and was given a ticket for trespassing and concealing items totaling $70. However i tried to tell the officer and worker that i was not trespassing, that i had gotten the trespass notice from a different Target store and was told i was banned for a year but from that specific location. Now im being told it was a ban for the entire county indefinitely and that’s why i was trespassed…. i had never been informed this or had heard this before or else I never would have gone there to begin with. I have a court date now it’s currently a misdemeanor but im worried they will pull up past footage of me. Truthfully i have taken items here and there in the past but had never been cited or trespassed until now. This incident happened 2 months ago im in a different place now and working to get my dermatology license but am terrified i could potentially be facing a felony when my court date happens next month. Any suggestions advice? Hope for the worst? Throw in the towel? Pls Help location: Southern California

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