Criminal Defense

Defending You against Felony and Misdemeanor Charges

When you're facing criminal charges, you want two things. You want to know your options and you want an aggressive defender to protect your rights throughout the process.

I'm criminal defense lawyer Barney B. Gibbs. I have more than 25 years of experience defending people facing felony or misdemeanor charges, or probation violations, in Southern California. I have handled more than 2,000 cases for adults and juveniles and taken more than 100 cases to jury trial. I will personally defend your rights and fight to get you the best outcome possible in your situation.

For realistic, effective legal defense when you're facing criminal charges, contact me. I am available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and I can meet you in jail. Call 714-838-9019.

Defense on Felony and Misdemeanor Charges

Assault and Violent Crimes: Family issues, conflicts with friends, neighbors, or coworkers-this is one of the most common ways people get in trouble with the police. Getting a lawyer on your case right away can make a difference in the outcome of your assault case. I handle any assault charge, including:

Drug Crimes: I defend people in state and federal court on drug offenses ranging from simple possession to sale and distribution, manufacture of drugs, or drug trafficking.

Drunk Driving: Your driver's license is too important to leave to chance. Don't lose it without a fight. Contact my Tustin law office within 10 days of getting pulled over for DUI. I can begin work immediately to save your driver's license at the DMV license suspension hearing and in court.

Sex Crimes: I represent people facing criminal charges for sex offenses such as rape, sexual assault, possession of child pornography, prostitution or solicitation, and other sex crimes.

Theft and Property Crimes: I defend adults and juveniles charged with property crimes such as theft, burglary, larceny, shoplifting, or bad checks.

Juvenile Crime: I represent people under the age of 18 who are charged with any of a variety of criminal offenses in Southern California.

California Three Strikes Law

Under California's Three Strikes Law, you could face life imprisonment for a felony conviction if you have two prior "strikes." You may be surprised to learn what counts as a strike. I can explain the Three Strikes Law and whether you are in jeopardy.

Contact my Tustin Law Office

I represent my clients personally at every step of the criminal proceedings. My goal is to get you out of jail and to keep you out of jail. I also help my clients get the help they need to stay out of jail with alternate sentencing options such as drug court, Prop 36, or inpatient treatment.