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Defending Your Rights in Temecula and Throughout Riverside County

A criminal case can affect your freedom, your job, your reputation, and your future opportunities. If you have been arrested or charged in Temecula, it is important to work with a criminal defense attorney who understands Riverside County court procedures and how local cases are typically handled.

The Law Office of H. Charles Gorian represents clients in the area and throughout the county in a wide variety of misdemeanor and felony matters. Moreover, early legal guidance can help you avoid mistakes and begin building a strategy right away.

Criminal Cases We Handle in Temecula

Our office defends clients in every major area of criminal law, including but not limited to:

  • DUI and DWI Defense – First-time and repeat offenses, felony DUIs, and license suspension hearings.
  • Drug Crimes – Possession, prescription drug offenses, and intent-to-sell allegations.
  • Domestic Violence – Misdemeanor or felony domestic battery, restraining orders, and false accusations.
  • Theft and Property Crimes – Shoplifting, burglary, robbery, and embezzlement.
  • Violent Crimes – Assault, battery, and other serious felony charges.
  • Juvenile Defense – Representation for minors accused of crimes in Temecula or surrounding areas.
  • White Collar and Fraud Cases – Forgery, fraud, identity theft, and related financial crimes.

Every case receives a thorough review, with defense strategies tailored to the facts rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Serving Temecula and the Surrounding Areas

We regularly represent clients arrested by the Temecula Police Department and the California Highway Patrol on nearby freeways, including I-15, I-215, and SR-79. Whether your case begins with a traffic stop, a domestic call, or a criminal investigation, early representation can make a significant difference in the outcome.

Our office is conveniently located in Murrieta only minutes from the Southwest Justice Center, and a short drive from:

  • Old Town Temecula
  • Redhawk
  • Wolf Creek
  • Meadowview
  • Temeku Hills
  • Morgan Hill
  • Winchester
  • Wine Country
  • De Luz and other nearby neighborhoods

Free, confidential telephone consultations are available.

Take Action Now.

Criminal charges move quickly in Riverside County courts. The sooner you have a qualified Temecula criminal defense attorney on your side, the more opportunities you have to protect your record, your license, and your freedom. Call (951) 395-0511 today or complete our online contact form to schedule your free consultation with Attorney H. Charles Gorian, an experienced Temecula criminal defense lawyer ready to fight for you.