Defending People Just Like You for Over 42 Years

Have you been charged with a crime?
Are you scared what will happen to you?
Do you wonder what your next step should be?

At the Law Office of James H. Newhouse, you will find a law firm that is 100% devoted to defending clients facing criminal charges.  Attorney James Newhouse has successfully defended people just like you for over 39 years. With an office based in Monterey, California, our criminal defense lawyer serves clients in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, and Monterey Counties, including communities such as Monterey, Salinas, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Seaside, King City, and attendees of the DLI and the Naval Postgraduate School.  Our law firm provides knowledgeable representation in the legal areas including:

• Drunk Driving 
• Domestic Violence
• White Collar Crime

Whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, in state or federal court, the Monterey, California criminal defense lawyer at the Law Office of James H. Newhouse can help. No matter what you are charged with, the government will work hard to convict you, and you need someone who will work even harder to defend you. Our lawyer has defended clients charged with everything from a simple DUI / DWI to homicide.

Criminal Convictions Come With Serious Consequences

Criminal charges at every level must be taken seriously and defended even more rigorously. You could be facing:

• Large fines
• A permanent criminal record
• Lengthy probation
• Significant jail or prison time

Never Face a Criminal Charge Alone

Whether you have been issued a traffic citation, charged by complaint, indicted by a grand jury, and/or arrested, you have the right to have your attorney present at every stage of the proceedings. Time is critical because criminal cases move quickly. For a free initial consultation to discuss your case, contact Monterey, California, criminal defense lawyer James Newhouse, who will use his knowledge and experience to personally defend you, protect your rights, and shield you from conviction.

Named Northern California 2005, 2006, and 2007 Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine

Law Office of James H. Newhouse
Criminal Defense Attorney
460 Alma Street
Suite 100
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 655-2000
Cell: (831) 206-2186
Fax: (831) 649-1384