Meet Your Criminal Defense Attorney
25+ Years Defending Californians
When your freedom is on the line, experience matters. Our attorneys have spent decades in California courtrooms, fighting for clients facing the most serious charges. We know the prosecutors, we know the judges, and we know how to win.
Randal Shrout, Esq.
Lead Criminal Defense Attorney
California State Bar #213838
Our Defense Philosophy
Every Case is Trial-Ready
We prepare every case as if it's going to trial. This thorough preparation leads to better negotiations and dismissals.
Immediate Intervention
We start working your case the moment you call. Early action often prevents charges from being filed at all.
Client Communication
You'll have direct access to your attorney. We return calls same-day and keep you informed at every stage.
No Judgment
We defend you, period. Our job is to protect your rights, not to judge your circumstances.
Criminal Defense Practice Areas
DUI Defense
- Defense for DUI charges
- Challenging breathalyzer/blood test accuracy
- Questioning field sobriety test administration
- Examining traffic stop legality
- DMV hearing representation
- Negotiating reduced charges or dismissal
- Handling first offense, repeat, and felony DUI cases
Drug Crimes Defense
- Challenging illegal searches and seizures
- Questioning chain of custody of evidence
- Negotiating diversion programs and treatment
- Defense for possession, trafficking, and manufacturing charges
- Federal and state drug crime defense
- Proposition 47 reclassification and drug court options
Violent Crimes Defense
- Assault and battery defense
- Domestic violence cases
- Robbery and burglary charges
- Homicide and manslaughter defense
- Gang-related violent crimes
- Self-defense and justification arguments
White Collar Crime Defense
- Fraud and embezzlement defense
- Money laundering charges
- Securities violations and insider trading
- Tax evasion and financial crimes
- Federal and state regulatory violations
- Corporate and business crime defense
Expungement Services
- Misdemeanor and felony expungements
- Certificate of rehabilitation
- Governor’s pardon applications
- Juvenile record sealing
- Proposition 47 reclassifications
- Early probation termination
Credentials
- CA State Bar #213838 — Active & Verified
- All California State Courts
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Central District of California
- U.S. District Court, Southern & Northern Districts
- California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ)
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- 25+ Years Criminal Defense — 5,000+ Cases
Free Consultation
- Case evaluation
- Legal strategy discussion
- Rights explanation
- Defense options review
- Fee structure explanation
Notable Case Results
Results are representative of past cases. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Client names withheld for privacy.
Breathalyzer evidence suppressed due to calibration defect and improper stop. Case dismissed pre-trial.
Felony possession-for-sale reduced to misdemeanor personal use via PC 1000 diversion program.
Jury acquittal after cross-examination exposed accuser's false statements in ongoing custody dispute.
Self-defense established at preliminary hearing. All PC 245 charges dismissed before trial.
Negotiated probation with restitution in lieu of 3-year state prison exposure.
PC 17(b) reduction and same-day expungement granted, clearing client for professional license reinstatement.
Case Representation Pricing Tiers
Standard Cases
Complete case representation, court appearances, plea negotiations, evidence review
Complex Cases
Felony and federal cases, trial preparation, expert witnesses, jury selection, full trial representation
"We prepare every case as if it's going to trial."
This philosophy drives everything we do. Thorough preparation leads to better plea offers, more dismissals, and wins at trial when necessary.
(916) 937-8322Ready to Fight for Your Freedom
When you call, you speak to an attorney — not a paralegal, not a call center. We're ready to start defending you immediately.