Protecting your next chapter
Defense for DUI and other misdemeanor charges, including first-time offenses, with attention to the impact on your work, family, and everyday life.
MERCED & CENTRAL VALLEY · CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Your future is worth
defending.
When your freedom, family, and reputation are on the line, your choice of attorney matters. Jeffrey C. Castleton brings nearly a decade of experience as a prosecutor and public defender to one purpose: building a thorough, strategic defense around you.
Free consultations.
Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton
Serving California’s Central Valley
ROOTED IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY
Merced · Madera · Mariposa · Fresno · Stanislaus · Tuolumne · Calaveras · Surrounding Counties
YOUR ATTORNEY
Merced criminal defense attorney.
Experience on both sides.
Jeffrey C. Castleton
Former prosecutor & public defender
Jeffrey Castleton has nearly a decade of experience as a prosecutor and public defender. In both roles, he has handled cases ranging from first-time DUIs to some of the most serious criminal allegations, including sex crimes against children and murder.
He has built cases for the prosecution and challenged them for the defense. That perspective helps him look beyond the allegations, scrutinize the evidence, anticipate the prosecution’s arguments, and identify opportunities to strengthen your defense.
You deserve an attorney who sees what is at stake for you—and takes the time to understand it. Your family, livelihood, and future shape the strategy alongside the facts and the law. With Jeffrey Castleton, your defense is built around your case and your life.
Speak with Jeffrey · (209) 233-3884YOUR INVESTIGATOR
Look closer. Build a thorough defense.
Private investigator Donavan Sizemore brings more than 25 years of combined law enforcement and private investigation experience to his work for the firm’s clients.
Meet Donavan Sizemore →EXPERIENCE AS A PROSECUTOR AND PUBLIC DEFENDER
Both sides of the courtroom.
One focus: your defense.
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Know how the case is built
A former prosecutor and public defender’s perspective helps anticipate the arguments against you and examine where the prosecution’s case can be challenged.
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Demand careful preparation
Your future deserves careful preparation. From first-time DUIs to murder allegations, the details, weaknesses in the evidence, and legal issues deserve close attention.
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Be treated like a person
You deserve to be heard, to understand your options, and to know why a strategy fits your situation. Your concerns and goals are part of the defense.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Criminal defense in the Central Valley.
At every level.
From a misdemeanor allegation to a charge carrying life-altering consequences, the work begins with understanding your situation.
A strategy for serious charges
Representation in felony matters, including allegations involving violence, theft, drugs, and other criminal offenses.
Preparation when it matters most
Defense in serious and violent felony matters, including murder, sex crimes against children, and allegations carrying potential life sentences.
The firm also handles domestic violence and civil harassment restraining orders. Call to discuss your case, court location, and representation needs.
THE DEFENSE APPROACH
Clarity first.
Preparation always.
Your case is personal. A thorough defense begins with listening to your circumstances, examining the details, and helping you understand what comes next.
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Start with your situation
Discuss the allegations, upcoming court dates, and your concerns. Understanding your personal circumstances is part of understanding your case.
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Examine the case
Review the available evidence and legal issues, then identify the questions that matter to your defense.
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Make informed decisions
Understand the options, potential consequences, and next steps so you can participate meaningfully in your defense.
BEFORE WE TALK
A few practical questions.
Are consultations free?
Yes. Consultations are free. Call (209) 233-3884 to discuss your situation and potential representation.
Which counties does the firm serve?
Based in Merced, the Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton serves clients facing criminal allegations in Merced, Madera, Mariposa, Fresno, Stanislaus, Tuolumne, Calaveras, and surrounding counties. Call with your court location and next court date to discuss representation.
What should I have ready when I call?
Have your court paperwork, case number if available, county, next court date, and a brief description of the charges or investigation. You do not need to have every document before making the initial call.
Can I call if charges have not been filed?
Yes. You can call to discuss an investigation or an anticipated charge and whether the firm can assist with your situation.
How are representation and fees arranged?
The scope of representation and fees are discussed after reviewing your situation and set out in a written agreement before representation begins.
Does prior experience guarantee a result?
No. Prior experience informs the approach to a case, but each matter depends on its own facts, evidence, and law. No attorney can guarantee an outcome.
Free Consultation
Your future is worth it.
Choose your defense.
(209) 233-3884Take the first step toward a defense built around you.
Speak with the Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton during a free consultation.
Merced Office
Find our office.
3185 M Street, Suite 200Merced, CA 95348Get directions in Google Maps ↗