Murrieta, California Criminal Law Attorney

Nic Cocis & Associates

38975 Sky Canyon Drive Suite 202 Murrieta, California 92563 USA

 (951) 695-1400
 (951) 698-5192

www.cocislaw.com
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Nic Cocis & Associates is a Murrieta, California criminal, DUI and juvenile defense law firm which represents individuals charged with these offenses in Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties.

Since 1999, our office has provided experienced and assertive criminal defense representation to clients throughout Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Hemet, Corona and Riverside areas. With an eye on your future, we work diligently to help you understand the charges against you, your options in combating them, and the proceedings you may face in doing so.

With this experience and dedicated approach to your defense needs, no charge is too big or too small for us to handle. Our familiarity with the local courts provides you with a foothold in the otherwise slippery slopes of the criminal justice system.

Year this Office was Established: 1999

Languages: English and Romanian

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Marijuana Crimes; Methamphetamine/Meth Crimes; Property Crimes; Use of Force Offenses; School Expulsions; DMV Suspensions; Spousal Abuse; Forgery; Third Strikes; Probation Violations; Car Theft; Receiving Stolen Property.

Practice Areas Description

Our practice includes:

- Criminal Law

If you have been charged with a crime, you need an attorney who will work diligently to protect your rights and ensure that you were treated fairly during the initial arrest, questioning any ensuing proceedings. If you have been charged with any of the following crimes, we can help: Drug Crimes; Marijuana Crimes; Methamphetamine/Meth Crimes; DUI; Juvenile Law; Sex Offenses; Theft and Property Crimes; Domestic Violence; and White Collar Crimes. Over the years, our firm has gained a reputation for fighting to protect his clients in a fair and honest manner. We understand your need for the best representation possible and strive to provide it to you.

- DUI

With many potential penalties and lasting effects, being charged with DUI can be a frightening and confusing experience. Defending your future against DUI charges can be a difficult task, one best addressed with the assistance of an experienced lawyer who will assist you in standing up for your rights throughout the ensuing criminal proceedings. Since 1999, our firm has provided effective and assertive representation to clients charged with DUI in the Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Hemet and Riverside, California, areas. We have personally handled countless DUI cases, providing us with experience and knowledge of the local area's court system, and giving you a leg up in order to protect your future from the damage of a possible DUI conviction.

- Juvenile Law

Our work is designed to address the unique aspects of juvenile law proceedings, ensuring that your child receives the best representation possible throughout the process. Over the years, we have successfully defended juvenile clients against various charges, including: Possession of marijuana; Drug charges; Minor in possession of alcohol; Property crimes; Sex offenses; Assault and battery; and Theft. Due to our knowledge and experience in the juvenile law area, we have often been able to obtain dismissals of all charges following successful completion of probation on the child's part.

- White Collar Crimes

The guidance of an experienced lawyer can be paramount when charged with a white collar crime, giving you the advantage you need to avoid lengthy jail stays and lasting negative effects on your future. Since 1999, our office has provided assertive defense representation for clients charged with white collar crimes in the Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Hemet and Riverside, California, areas. With an in-depth understanding of the unique concerns related to white collar crimes, Nic Cocis is often able to help clients avoid jail time, helping you stay with your family and find a renewed future. Typically, the prosecution's primary objective is to seek restitution for the victim of the white collar crime and not necessarily to put you in prison.

- Drugs and Narcotics Crimes

Attorney Cocis provides tough, uncompromising defense against drug offenses such as: Possession; Distribution; Sale and trafficking of controlled substances, including heroin, methamphetamine (meth), marijuana, cocaine and prescription drugs, such as narcotics, barbiturate and stimulants. We also represent people who face consequences such as forfeiture of property and seizure of financial assets related to drug offenses. Keeping you out of prison is the foremost objective and one which we have earned a reputation for success in many cases where the quantities of narcotics are not to extensive. Time at a rehabilitation center may be substituted for incarceration. Also, where time in custody cannot be avoided, there are a number of jail and prison alternatives.

- Theft and Property Crimes

We provide defense of: Burglary; Embezzlement; Shoplifting; Car theft; and Receiving stolen property. Since 1999, attorney Nic Cocis has represented people charged with theft related crimes. Due to our reputation for integrity and his straightforward, honest and ethical defense strategies, the office utilizes negotiating tactics to dismiss or reduce charges that are taken seriously by prosecutors and judge. Attorney Nic Cocis does everything that is ethically possible to suppress evidence, challenge probable cause, and protect the best interest of our clients. When necessary, we also enlist the aid of independent experts and professional witnesses to help present a clear case for reducing charges to a non-felony.

- Sex Offenses

We handle cases including: Rape and sexual assault; Child molestation, solicitation of a minor; Date rape, statutory rape; Indecent exposure; Prostitution and solicitation; and Lewd conduct. Attorney Nic Cocis is experienced in defense of a full range of felony and misdemeanor sex offenses, such as rape, child molestation, date rape, indecent exposure, and all other felony sex offenses that could result in sex offender registration, if convicted. We are also experienced in the emerging area of possession and distribution of child pornography using the Internet.

- Use of Force Offenses

There is no more serious charge than murder. If you have been charged with murder, homicide, or a manslaughter charge, your attorney has to be experienced, and more importantly, better be very good. Attorney Nic Cocis is a criminal defense lawyer and focuses exclusively on providing tough, experienced and highly skilled criminal defense. Mr. Cocis' reputation for integrity among prosecutors is extremely important. When the office files a motion to suppress evidence it is taken seriously. When our attorney argues for a reduced charge based on legal and personal grounds, our arguments will be respected. If your case goes to court for trial, attorney Nic Cocis promises that the judge and jury will clearly understand how serious we are about an acquittal of the charges.

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