Hiring the Right Criminal Defense Attorney Makes all the Difference

Violating the laws can bring very severe penalties; this can include the loss of your freedom, which is one of our most sacred rights. It is important that you make the right decision in retaining the proper criminal defense attorney for your criminal case. While some law firms practice in multiple areas of law, as criminal defense lawyers we focus our practice entirely on criminal defense.

Unlike most criminal defense attorneys, I have never prosecuted or investigated anyone on behalf of a governmental entity. Many defense attorneys are proud of their accomplishments as prosecutors who worked to put people in prison. Criminal defense work requires a distinctive mindset. I have and always have been, and shall forever remain 100% defense-oriented, placing checks on the power of the prosecution, and prying investigators.

 William Kroger is a criminal defense attorney in Beverly Hills who handles most types of serious state and federal crimes with particular emphasis in defending drug charges. If you or someone you know has been (or may be) charged with any criminal offense, we encourage you to call now for a consultation with a criminal defense attorney. We believe that early intervention is critical to our mutual success.

Kroger Criminal Defense Resource Center

If you are looking for more information about a crime or law, we at the Kroger Law Group may have the answers in our online criminal defense resource center. We hope our dedication to being among the top criminal defense attorneys shows through this work and our communication with you. We encourage you to read through this site to learn more about the types of crimes we handle. There are also pages about your rights that are guaranteed by the California and the U.S. Constitution and the process that we go through to protect your rights from overreaching prosecutors and misbehaving cops.

Do not wait to contact us if you have an active case. Even though we have this resource, you should still take advantage of our offer for a free consultation about your case as soon as possible. Evidence and potential witnesses may be lost if you wait too long to begin the investigation of your case. It doesn't matter what time it is. This is the right moment to reach out for help on your case. Call us at 323-655-5700 or message us now.

The Kroger Criminal Defense Resource Center is here to help you understand your criminal case and your rights under California and federal law. We are always adding to the resource center, and we welcome suggestions for new topics so that we can serve you better.

Crimes by Topic

We handle most serious crimes in Los Angeles and the surrounding area. The California Penal Code has hundreds of laws that define many crimes. Most crimes fit into a handful of categories, and some of the crimes overlap. Search this page or use the following index to find articles on the most common crimes we see in the Los Angeles area.

Drug Crimes

The drug crimes section of the Kroger Criminal Defense Resource Center is the most in-depth, with topics ranging from Controlled Substances in California to the consequences of issuing an unlawful prescription.

Visit the Drug Crimes section of the resource center for more information and a detailed list of articles.

Driving Offenses and DUI

Driving Under the Influence

What to avoid if you are facing a criminal charge?

• BAC Over .08
•    
• Drinking Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle - Discusses the legal consequences of consuming alcohol while operating or being a passenger in a vehicle under California law.
   
• Driving Under the Influence of Drugs - Covers the legal standards and penalties for drugged driving under California Vehicle Code 23152(f).
   
• Driving While Addicted to a Drug - Explains the laws prohibiting individuals addicted to drugs from driving, even when not under the influence.
   
• DUI and CDL - Details stricter DUI standards and penalties for commercial drivers in California.
   
• DUI Prescription Drugs - Focuses on cases where legal prescription medication impairs driving ability, leading to DUI charges.
   
• DUI with a Child Passenger - Explains increased penalties for driving under the influence with minors present in the vehicle.
   
• DUI with Injury - Discusses enhanced penalties and legal standards for DUIs resulting in bodily harm to others.
   
• Hit and Run DUI - Covers criminal charges for drivers who flee the scene of an accident while intoxicated.
   
• Rideshare and DUI - Focuses on unique legal challenges and penalties for DUI charges against rideshare drivers.
   
• Underage DUI with a BAC of .05 - Explains penalties for underage drivers caught driving with a slightly elevated blood alcohol content.
   
• Underage DUI with BAC of .01 - Details the zero-tolerance policy for underage drivers with any detectable alcohol in their system.
   
• Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated - Covers serious charges for DUI-related accidents that result in fatalities.

Driving Violations

   
• Collateral Consequences of a DUI - Discusses non-criminal consequences like increased insurance rates and employment challenges.
   
• Driving with a Suspended or Revoked License - Outlines penalties for operating a vehicle after a license suspension.
   
• Driving Without a License - Covers legal risks and fines for driving without proper licensing.
   
• Ignition Interlock Devices - Explains requirements for installing devices after certain DUI convictions.

Violent Crimes

   
• Assault and Battery - Provides details on criminal penalties and defenses for physical altercations.
   
• Burglary - Explains the elements of burglary and associated penalties under California law.
   
• Carjacking - Covers charges and penalties for forcibly taking a vehicle from another person.
   
• Elder Abuse - Discusses criminal penalties for physical, emotional, or financial abuse of elderly individuals.
   
• Gun Crime - Covers firearm possession, usage violations, and associated penalties.
   
• Manslaughter - Explains involuntary and voluntary manslaughter charges and defenses.
   
• Murder - Covers first- and second-degree murder charges and potential sentences.
   
• Robbery - Details elements of robbery offenses and applicable penalties.

Domestic Violence

   
• Child Endangerment - Explains criminal charges for endangering a child’s safety or well-being.
   
• Child Abuse - Discusses criminal and legal consequences of abusing or neglecting children.
   
• Domestic Violence Defense: Felony vs. Misdemeanor - Covers legal distinctions and defenses for domestic violence cases.
   
• Kidnapping - Details charges for unlawfully moving someone against their will.
   
• Stalking - Covers legal definitions and consequences of stalking behaviors.

Property Crimes

   
• Burglary - Details charges and potential defenses for entering a property to commit a crime.
   
• Grand and Petty Theft - Explains legal distinctions between theft charges based on value.

Internet and Computer Crimes

   
• Cyber Crimes: Cyberstalking - Covers online harassment charges and penalties.
   
• Online Identity Theft - Discusses criminal charges for using someone else’s identity online.
   
• Revenge Porn - Details penalties for sharing intimate images without consent under Penal Code 647(j)(4).