Practice Areas

Winning San Jose Criminal Defense Attorneys

From traffic offenses to homicide, the criminal defense lawyers at the law offices of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel represent clients charged with a variety of felonies and misdemeanors. We know what it takes to provide a strong and aggressive defense against charges for drug crimes, internet crimes, sex crimes and more.

Over 100 Years of Combined Legal Experience

Our criminal defense attorneys have more than 100 years of combined experience serving citizens throughout Santa Clara County. We use this experience to win acquittals or reduced sentences for many of our clients. In many cases, we may be able to have a felony or misdemeanor conviction expunged from a client's criminal record. Contact us to learn how we can help.

Defending Against Misdemeanors and Felonies

We defend San Jose, and South Bay area residents facing the following charges:

Motor Vehicle Offenses

• DUI / DWI: We represent clients charged with their first DUI, second DUI, third DUI or fourth DUI. We also provide aggressive representation to those facing felony DUI charges. Our DWI / DUI lawyers have an impressive track record of getting automatic DMV penalties set aside.
• Traffic offenses: While a speeding ticket may seem minor, an accumulation of traffic offenses could lead to driver's license suspension or even jail. Don't let this happen to you.
• DMV cases: We handle matters related to registration, insurance and license suspensions, including licenses taken for having too many points on your record.

Abuse and Sex Crimes

• Spousal abuse: If you have been accused of spousal abuse in California, you need to take the charge seriously, even if you did not commit the crime.
• Assault and battery: An assault and battery charge is a serious offense. Let us prepare a strong defense on your behalf.
• Sex crimes: Santa Clara County is notoriously tough on sex offenders. Contact an attorney immediately if you have been charged with, or are under investigation for child molestation, possession of child pornography or prostitution.
  Do not talk to the police without your lawyer!
• Rape: If you have been charged with date rape, statutory rape or another similar charge, it is imperative to speak with a skilled criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.

Federal Offenses

• Theft and embezzlement: When you are facing embezzlement, robbery or burglary charges, you need an experienced lawyer to provide an aggressive defense of your constitutional rights.
• Sex Crimes: Federal treatment of sex offenders is even more serious than State treatment.
• Tax fraud: We are experienced in handling state and federal tax fraud cases and all other cases involving the IRS. One of our attorneys is a former Revenue Agent for the Internal Revenue Service.
• Other federal cases: Our white collar crime lawyers will represent clients before any federal court in the United States. We have handled major cases involving internet fraud, postal fraud, mortgage fraud, federal drug crimes and all other federal crimes.

Juvenile Defense

• Juvenile law: Our attorneys maintain a special interest in the defense of juveniles — including juvenile DUI/underage drinking, theft, vandalism, violence and sex crime cases. They believe a crime committed while young should not affect a person's entire future.

Drug Crimes

• Drug-related offenses: If you have been arrested on a drug related offense, an attorney who understands how the police and district attorney operate is an invaluable ally. Our attorneys will construct a strong defense designed to challenge the prosecution's case, uncover exculpatory evidence and expose any improper police procedures.
• Law and addiction: Many drug crimes are committed because of a serious addiction. We look to find the true alcohol or drug problems of our clients, which are causing them trouble with the criminal justice system. We recommend recovery programs when those programs can help with alternative sentencing plans.

Homicide/Murder

• Homicide / murder / manslaughter: Our firm has been involved with hundreds of cases of homicide or related crimes, including vehicular manslaughter. We have had numerous cases dismissed due to the disregard for individuals' constitutional rights or mistakes in the police investigation.

Contact Us

Contact the California criminal defense law offices of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel immediately. Our San Jose criminal defense attorneys offer a free face-to-face consultation and can work out a payment plan in most situations.