Hawthorne DUI and Criminal Attorney

An arrest for any criminal offense in Hawthorne California can be a daunting and terrifying experience.  Attorney Matthew Ruff has personally defended thousands of criminal cases ranging from DUI to serious felony matters and he has the experience and credibility to obtain the best result for his clients.  All arrests for crimes in Hawthorne California go to the LAX Airport Court for prosecution.  Felony cases are prosecuted by the Los Angeles County District Attorney.  Misdemeanors such as DUI, weapons violations, minor drug possession, drunk in public, etc are prosecuted by the Hawthorne City Attorneys office in Division 140.

One of the most common questions asked by a person charged with a criminal offense is what are the minimum and maximum penalties?  The answer depends on the charge, for example a misdemeanor carries a maximum of one year in the county jail.  A felony case can result in a state prison sentence.  Even though the law can impose these punishments, a local criminal lawyer can make the difference between incarceration and probation.

Criminal Defense Attorney Matthew Ruff is available to meet with you, either over the phone or in the privacy of his law office to discuss all possible outcomes for your specific legal matter.  Matthew has an impeccable track record in resolving serious charges for his clients in Hawthorne Court.  For example, recently he defended a young person facing mandatory jail on a third time DUI case.  Because of his relationship with local prosecutors he negotiated a reduced charge of wet reckless despite evidence of a blood alcohol level above .20%.  In yet another case, he had a client charged with possession of a deadly weapon and was facing expulsion from school and a permanent scar on his record.  Matthew met with the City Attorney soon after the arrest and obtained a deal for dismissal of all charges.

When looking at a criminal charge, call Matthew Ruff directly at 310-527-4100 for a case evaluation.