Criminal Law Information
San Diego County Criminal Defense Lawyer
When you hire the Law Firm of Richard L. Duquette, you get a champion for the underdog someone who will fight for your rights!
Do you have a warrant for your arrest in San Diego County?
Mr. Duquette can help you recall the warrant before you are arrested! Many times, if you hire an Attorney, you will NOT have to appear in court.
Is a loved one in San Diego County Jail?
Misdemeanor or Felony Criminal Charges:
Mr. Duquette can also assist with other Criminal matters such as Drug & Alien Smuggling, Drug Possession, Cultivation and Sales, Drug Conspiracies, Violent Crimes, Assault and Battery, Sex Cases, Domestic Violence, Theft and Burglary, or need assistance with Appeals and Writs to Release Loved Ones, Helping Obtain Bail Reductions, Help Obtaining Bail Bond and Licensed Investigators.
Some advantages of hiring Mr. Duquette include:
- Affordable Fees and Payment Plans.
- Evening and Weekend Appointments.
- He will argue for a Dismissal or Reduction of the charges in your case.
- Explaining your Rights and treating your case Confidentially.
- Criminal Record Cleansing – Expungment
- He is an experienced Trial Attorney who has trained with Mr. Gerry Spence, Esq. the best trial lawyer in America.
- Spanish Interpreter available.
- See what our client’s have to say..
Mr. Duquette has taken many cases to successful Jury Trials. Some recent Jury Trial Victories include:
- Hung Jury – Federal Drug Smuggling and Distribution, 22 year old single mother client who was duped.
- TWO separate trials and two hung juries (no conviction) in this DUI case, guilty of minor drunk in public. (Penny)
- TWO separate trials and two hung juries (no conviction) in this felony DUI case. FELONY DISMISSED. (Mike)
- Hung jury in this alleged DUI “refusal” case. DA dismissed case before second trial. (Jim)
- .18 Felony and Misdemeanor DUI, severe head injury to pedestrian, misdemeanors dismissed during trial, felonies 11-1 NOT GUILTY! (jury verdict) Case then settled.
- .09/.10 breath, .11 Pas DUI. Client allegedly cut off two cars, jury verdict – NOT GUILTY!
- 26 pounds of marijuana for sale – NOT GUILTY!
- Drunk Driving, refused to take tests – NOT GUILTY!
- Drunk Driving, refusal of tests, video taped by police. Hung Jury 6/6 – CASE DISMISSED!
- 18/.19 blood alcohol level, crashed car, drunk driving – NOT GUILTY!
- $25,000.00 in stereo equipment, Burglary Charges – NOT GUILTY!
- Assault with deadly weapon – NOT GUILTY!
These testimonials & legal advertisements do not guarantee you will win your case.
Mr. Duquette is a master negotiator and will always get the best possible results for your case. Many cases can be negotiated to a dismissal or reduction of the charges before trial. This requires an attorney who is willing to do the work. Thorough research and investigation can make the difference!
Some examples are as follows:
- (Isabel) was found with a ton of Marijuana in her garage, got her released after a bail hearing in Federal Court. She did not return to jail.
- Felony Terrorist Threats to an officer at the arrest scene and over the phone, and a “joined” Felony Assault with a truck, Reckless Driving and Petty Theft charges. During trial District Attorneys case began to unravel – Judge unfairly forced a mistrial – NO CONVICTION. (second trial defendant convicted of only threats and theft with new counsel)
- Alien checkpoint methamphetamine discovered in car, illegal search and seizure – CASE DISMISSED!
- Police barge into house without warrant. Two drug cases won due to illegal search and seizure – CASE DISMISSED!
- Domestic violence investigation reveals false accusation – (BEFORE TRIAL) – CASE DISMISSED!
- Excessive bail of $30,000.00 reduced to ZERO after appeal.
- Drunk Driving – Alcohol and PCP drug – REVERSED ON APPEAL.
- Prior DUI Conviction determined to be UNCONSTITUTIONAL. Major Criminal and DMV benefits gained.
If you have criminal matter to discuss or would like to clear your criminal record, contact me HERE or give me a call: 760-730-0500. I offer a FREE no obligation consultation and look forward to helping you with your legal matter.
These testimonials & legal advertisements do not guarantee you will win your case.

