Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton

MERCED & CENTRAL VALLEY PRACTICE AREAS

Every charge is personal.
Your defense should be, too.

From criminal charges to domestic violence and civil harassment restraining orders, the Law Office of Jeffrey C. Castleton provides representation focused on the facts of your case and what is at stake for you.

Free consultation · (209) 233-3884
ROOTED IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY

Merced · Madera · Mariposa · Fresno · Stanislaus · Tuolumne · Calaveras · Surrounding Counties

EXPERIENCE. PERSPECTIVE. PREPARATION.

A thoughtful approach
to your defense.

Nearly a decade of experience as a prosecutor and public defender informs Jeffrey Castleton’s approach to criminal defense. Every matter begins with listening to your situation, reviewing the allegations, and examining the evidence. The firm’s areas of practice include the following:

01 / CRIMINAL DEFENSE

DUI & drug charges

DUI

A focused defense for first-time and repeat DUI allegations, with careful attention to the stop, investigation, and evidence.

Drug Possession

Representation for allegations involving possession of controlled substances, with a close review of the circumstances and evidence.

Drug Possession with Intent to Sell

Defense against allegations of possession for sale, examining how the prosecution interprets the evidence and alleged intent.

02 / CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Property & theft charges

Petty Theft

Defense for petty theft allegations, with careful attention to the alleged taking, intent, and available evidence.

Grand Theft

Representation in grand theft matters, examining the alleged loss, ownership, intent, and circumstances of the accusation.

Fraud

Defense against fraud allegations, with a detailed review of financial records, communications, and the conduct alleged by the prosecution.

Auto Theft

Representation for auto theft allegations, examining vehicle ownership, permission, identification, and the evidence connecting you to the alleged offense.

Trespassing

Defense for allegations of unauthorized entry or remaining on property, grounded in the details of your situation.

Robbery

Careful preparation for robbery allegations, including a review of identification, witness accounts, and the alleged use of force or threats.

Carjacking

Defense for allegations involving the taking of a vehicle through force or fear, with attention to the evidence and your account.

Burglary

Representation in burglary matters, examining the alleged entry, intent, and surrounding circumstances.

Arson

Defense against allegations of intentionally setting a fire, with careful scrutiny of the investigation and evidence connecting you to the incident.

03 / CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Violent & serious charges

Assault

Defense for assault allegations, examining the events leading to the accusation, witness accounts, and available evidence.

Kidnapping

Thorough preparation for kidnapping allegations, with careful attention to the alleged movement, consent, and circumstances.

Human Trafficking

Representation in human trafficking matters, with a detailed review of the alleged conduct, communications, and prosecution evidence.

Homicide

Defense in homicide matters, including murder and manslaughter allegations, with the preparation and attention these serious cases demand.

04 / CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Sex-related charges

Rape

A careful, discreet approach to rape allegations, examining the accounts, surrounding circumstances, and available evidence.

Sex Crimes

Representation for a range of sexual offense allegations, with attention to the evidence and the impact on your family, reputation, and future.

Child Molestation

Thorough defense for allegations of sexual offenses involving children, with close scrutiny of the investigation, statements, and evidence.

05 / RESTRAINING ORDERS

Restraining orders

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Representation in domestic violence restraining order matters, with careful review of the allegations, communications, and other evidence, and preparation for the court hearing.

Civil Harassment Restraining Orders

Representation in civil harassment restraining order matters, with attention to the events in dispute, witness accounts, supporting evidence, and your goals for the hearing.

LET’S DISCUSS YOUR CASE

Your charge does not
define your future.

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court location, and representation needs.

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