Criminal Defense Overview
Skilled Defense in California State and Federal Courts
At the law firm of Seymour I. Amster, Attorney at Law, we provide comprehensive client services to adults and juveniles facing criminal charges ranging from DUI to capital murder. To see how our experience and skill can benefit you, contact us at any of our Greater Los Angeles locations.
Call 866-428-4036 to consult with a certified criminal law specialist*
Criminal defense lawyer Seymour Amster has 25 years of experience helping clients who face serious violent felonies and sex crimes such as:
- Murder and assault
- DUI murder or so-called Watson cases
- Gun charges and illegal weapons possession
- Issues concerning the restoration of gun rights
- Gang crimes and gang injunctions
- Juvenile defense
- Felony or misdemeanor domestic violence
- Criminal threats, terrorist threats or intimidation
- Domestic violence restraining order violations
- Sex crimes ranging from aggravated sexual assault to statutory rape
- Child pornography or child molestation charges
Seymour Amster's experience with complex criminal defense issues in both the state and federal courts can also help you resolve such charges as:
- White collar crimes, including public corruption cases
- Fraud of all kinds
- Computer crimes
- Identity theft
- Money laundering
- Drug trafficking, including federal conspiracy charges
- Drug possession cases
- First-time and repeat DUI defense
- Motor vehicle felonies such as hit and run
We value the opportunity to represent clients before formal charges are filed or after conviction or sentencing. Seymour Amster can help you understand your options and risks in a variety of situations:
- Criminal investigation after arrest or before formal charges are filed
- Federal criminal defense, including grand jury investigations
- Clients with mental health issues and developmental disabilities
- Three strikes cases
- Sentencing issues of all kinds
- Criminal appeals in the state and federal courts
- Classification as a sexually violent predator
- Parole issues and appeals of unfavorable parole decisions
To learn more about the details of our criminal defense practice, contact us in Van Nuys, Lancaster, West Covina or downtown Los Angeles or any of other Southern California offices for a free consultation.
*Seymour Amster is a certified criminal law specialist under standards established by the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization.
