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Our Oxnard Office is located at:

Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc.
Oxnard Criminal Defense Attorneys and DUI Lawyers

1000 Town Center Drive, Suite 300
Oxnard, CA 93036
(805) 248-7408

Oxnard Criminal Defense Lawyer

Oxnard is one of the oldest official cities in Southern California. Since its incorporation in 1903, Oxnard has become the largest city in Ventura County. It is part of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, but as an incorporated city, it has its own government and municipal administration. The population of Ventura grew by more than 20 percent between the 2000 and 2010 census reports. Ventura enjoys a robust and diverse economy comprising defense, international trade, agriculture, manufacturing, finance, transportation, the high tech industry, and energy. The arts are represented by many museums and the Oxnard Performing Arts and Culture Center. Oxnard is also home to two golf courses and is the site of the L.A. Rams’ mini-camp.

If you gave been arrested in Oxnard, you need do everything you can to protect your rights – which starts by retaining an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Oxnard. At the Law Offices of David Chesley, we are dedicated to helping people like you resolve criminal matters as favorably as possible. Call us today to schedule a free case evaluation.

Here are some links to local resources:
Oxnard Police Department
251 S C Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
Telephone: (805) 385-7600

Oxnard Public Library (Main location)
251 S A Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
Telephone: (805) 385-7500

Oxnard City Hall
300 W 3rd Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 385-8280

Local Attractions
Emma Wood State Beach
Pacific Coast Highway
Ventura, CA 93001

Marine Emporium Landing
3600 Harbor Boulevard
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: (805) 985-5828

Oxnard Historic Farm Park
1251 Gottfried Place
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 844-9877

Crime in Oxnard
According to Neighborhood Scout, Oxnard is safer than 22 percent of American cities. (This rating is comparable to other cities in the greater Los Angeles area. Oxnard also has a lower rate of violent crime than both the national average and the state average for California. Property crime rates are also lower in Oxnard than in the U.S. as a whole and the State of California.

Oxnard Court Houses
Ventura County Superior Court
Ventura Hall of Justice
800 South Victoria Avenue
Ventura, California 93009

Ventura County Juvenile court
4353 E Vineyard Avenue #122
Oxnard, CA 93036
Phone: (805) 289-8820

What Can I Do to Get My Life Back After a Conviction?

One of the most difficult challenges you will face after a conviction is rebuilding your life again. The lost time, impaired relationships, and missed career opportunities can make it difficult to have a fresh start. There are, however, certain legal options that can help make it easier to start over after a conviction. What follows are some of the most common forms of post-conviction relief.

Appeal
There are many different types of appeals that could be available to you after a conviction. There are also many different legal grounds for an appeal. For example, there could have been errors in the police process or the prosecutor’s handling of evidence. Your attorney might want to appeal the judge’s rulings during trial. There could even be questions about the judge’s interpretation of existing case law. If you have been convicted, it is important to consult with an experienced appellate attorney about all potential claims you might have to an appeal.

It is important to understand that an appeal is not just a “get out of jail free” card. If a defendant wins on appeal, they might be entitled to a new trial. In addition, you might have the opportunity to challenge your sentence or other specific aspects of the conviction. The appellate court could even rule the error did not affect the outcome of your trial and let the conviction stand even with a legal error in the process. Your appellate lawyer will explain all possible grounds for appeal, the relief that could be available to you, and other options (such as clemency, pardons, or commutation of a sentence).

Restoration of Civil Rights
After a conviction, it can be difficult to simply reenter society and live your daily life. Unfortunately, there are many civil rights that are automatically taken away after a person is convicted of a felony. Though it might not be possible to change your criminal record, you can restore some of these civil rights in order to feel engaged in society. These civil rights include the right to own a gun, the right to vote, and the right to serve on a jury. California law allows you to petition the court to restore these rights to you. While you might still face difficulties in housing and employment, the restoration of civil rights can help you engage with society and take back some control over your life as you make a fresh start.

Expungement
By expunging your criminal record of a conviction, you can find that many areas of life become easier. You might have better success when applying for jobs or housing. You could find it easier to apply for credit or other financial services. There are many ways that expungement can help your life. It does, however, require a formal petition to be granted through the courts. Consult with a defense attorney about your particular case to learn how much time must pass after your conviction, what you must do to remain eligible for expungement. It can be difficult to go through this tedious process. Though it requires a significant investment of time and money, it can make a huge difference in your daily life. It should also be noted that California has far more expungement options than our neighboring states. (In Arizona, for example, there is virtually no expungement of adult criminal records.) If you stick with the process, you could find that many more opportunities are available to you.

Call Us Today to Schedule a Free Consultation with a Criminal Defense Attorney in Oxnard
You don’t have to look far to find the best criminal defense lawyers in Oxnard. The Law Offices of David S. Chesley serves clients in Oxnard, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and throughout Ventura County. For years, clients have trusted our skilled legal team to defend their constitutional rights. We hold police and prosecutors accountable for adhering to the law. Call our Ventura County offices at (805) 248-7408 or contact us online to schedule your case review. Don’t wait to get legal advice. The sooner you have a defense lawyer fighting on your side, the better protected your legal rights will be.

Recent Results

Multiple defendants each facing 7 years charged with smuggling prescription drugs into California from Mexico our client was the only defendant who received NO JAIL TIME!
Client facing 5 years for possession of deadly weapon we negotiated a plea for NO JAIL TIME!
Client facing 3 life terms for multiple felony counts of Child Molestation and Sodomy with child we proved the charges were fabricated by victims mother DISMISSAL of all charges at preliminary hearing!
Strike case: Client charged with possession of methamphetamine facing 25 years we filed a Romero Motion which was granted case REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR!
Client's estranged girlfriend alleged Client broke into her room and choked her facing 14 years in State Prison we won at trial JURY ACQUITTAL.
Police allegedly discovered 3 bags of marijuana in client's glove box faced 6 years we filed a 1538.5 motion to suppress resulting in DISMISSAL of all charges!
Client allegedly sold rock cocaine to undercover officer faced 10 years following our argument client received NO JAIL TIME!
Client facing 15 years for Armed Robbery we proved misidentification Judge DISMISSED the case!

What our clients say Client Testimonials

I am truly pleased with my experience with the Law Offices Of David S Chesley. They answered all my questions and provided me with great advice and legal services. My case resolved quickly. Thank you!
Rodrigo L.

I left court yesterday with my last case being wrapped up. Two court appearances and that’s it. He represented me in a couple of different cases and was impressive to say the least. Always a phone call or text message away. Confident and aggressive when he needed to be. Calming and thorough when meeting with me. Attorney Chesley did exactly what he said he would and I got the results I needed. He seemed to know all the right people at the Temple Street courthouse. You can always get in contact with him quickly and he is a great lawyer. I highly recommend his legal services.
Ricardo Esteves

My brother was given a very caring attorney that was assigned to his case and we had very helpful case managers throughout the process. I strongly recommend David Chesley to anyone who is in trouble. I called in to get help on my brothers case and right away I liked their service. My brothers charges were eventually dismissed after the attorney got him into a program, now he could go on without the trouble of having anything on his record
Erica Geller

I retained Mr. Chesley and his firm and from the beginning they were extremely professional both in communicating the status of my case to me, explaining the situation as a whole, and just downright taking care of business. It was money well spent for a job well done. Thanks again to David and Melissa others that worked on my case. I recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. Don’t just accept things the courts force on you, call this firm and protect yourself.
Elizabeth F.

I contacted Mr. Chesley and his firm because some unfortunate events had left me in a jam. Detectives were demanding I testify or be prosecuted for a crime I didn’t commit. (I wasn’t involved or even at the scene of the alleged crime when it supposedly took place.) Mr. Chesley explained to me that he had been through similar situations with his clients before and understood exactly what was going on. His response to what took place was nothing short of amazing. No matter how small my concern, Mr. Chesley addressed it in a timely manner. He advocated for what is right and empathized with me in dealing with the Court system. After meeting with the supervising D.A. and providing alibi evidence he was able to get me out the situation. I’m very grateful to have found him.
Leon Hanley

I hired David Chesley for my criminal defense in 2012. he was recommended to us for is success results and his low fees. David is very smart and his professional legal advice was honest & much appreciated during these stressful time. David’s knowledge, advice, and communication about what we were to expect was reassuring and beneficial to me. He charged me a reasonable flat rate and didn’t charge me any surprise fees. In my case David Chesley was able to negotiate with the prosecution attorney for the best result I could hope for. He had success at getting my criminal charges dismissed with the judges approval. You will not be disappointed if you hire The Law Offices of David S. Chesley.
Britanny Givens

David is very professional, yet very casual. Although it is typically not easy to speak straight up with an attorney, he is very easy to talk to. He replied to my questions quickly and was available all hours. Not only did he get my case resolved with a dismissal, he went above and beyond and got me an expungement without me even requesting it. He never beats around the bush and tells you like it is. At the same time is willing to work overtime to get the results you request. I would use David’s services again in the future.
Andrew A.

very satisfied being a client with the Law Offices of David Chesley.. Negin represented both my husband and I and got both our cases dis issued… Negin was on top of our cases she really cares and did everything she said she would do!!! thanks a lot Negin
Rita K.

I don’t write many reviews, however this time I had to share my admiration and appreciation for this firm. Attorney Negin Akhavan is definitely a person you want representing you in any criminal legal battle. She is the clear definition of the frace “is not what you know, but who you know ” she is not only knowledgeable, she also has the relationships with the right people. I couldn’t be happier with the results she was able to provide.

Thank you Negin.
Gabriel V.

An old felony charge came up, so I hired David and his team in June, and he got me a release on my own cognition on a felony charge in July which has never happened to me, and got it dismissed in October. He was responsive when I called and always kept me updated. Got my case dismissed, was easy to work and handled everything for me. He did an excellent job. I highly recommend David Chesley for any criminal defense.
Jason Corona

They really helped me out in a timely manner. I had a drug charge from 16 years ago and they dealt with it quickly. I can’t recommend them enough. If you have a criminal charges check them out they are awesome.
Santiago L.