Santa Cruz Criminal Charges

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Santa Cruz  Criminal Defense Lawyer
Attorney, John R. Coniglio - Tirelessly Pursues Justice for His Clients.

Put your trust in John Coniglio Attorney At Law for all your criminal defense matters.

DUI 

If you have been arrested for a DWI/DUI, you only have ten (10) days from the date of your arrest to request a DMV hearing to contest the suspension of your license. John R. Coniglio offers personal service to his clients as a DUI Attorney in the Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito County areas by listening to their side of the situation and by thoroughly explaining the charges they are facing. John R. Coniglio is a founding member of the Board of Directors for the California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA).

John R. Coniglio has received training on both the Draeger 7410 "EPAS" breath machine and the Alco-Sensor IV breath machine and owns the latest version of the Alco-Sensor IV. Both of these machines are currently in use in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties. As an experienced DUI lawyer, John R. Coniglio works quickly and diligently to help individuals charged with impaired driving.

He offers reasonable rates. Contact the office for a complimentary case evaluation.  <Learn More>

Estate Planning

At the Law Offices of John R. Coniglio, we use our years of experience to help our clients and their families reduce or eliminate, where possible, death and income taxes assessed against their property. We always believe that our clients in California make better choices for themselves and their loved ones when they are well informed and adequately prepared.

At The Law Offices of John R. Coniglio, we are dedicated to providing you with quality estate planning resources, so you can become familiar with all of the existing options.

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Personal Injury

The Law Offices of John R Coniglio provide a professional, full-service comprised of an experienced personal injury lawyer who provides legal representation for clients throughout California and in Santa Cruz County, Monterey County, and San Benito County. Whether you have a catastrophic, life-altering injury or have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another, you are entitled to compensation for your losses, and Attorney, John R. Coniglio is ready to help.

THE LAW OFFICES OF JOHN R. CONIGLIO ARE CONTINGENCY FEE-BASED ONLY IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES... <Learn More>

Theft Crimes 

When facing your theft crime charges in court, Defense Attorney, John R. Coniglio will give you the best chance of beating your charges and saving your reputation and freedom. Our firm has over seventeen years of experience with criminal defense cases, and Defense Attorney, John R. Coniglio understands exactly how to operate for the defense within the criminal justice system, and also how to best defend against the charges you are facing. If you are facing embezzlement charges, allegations, or theft, to protect your rights it is important to consult John R. Coniglio, a skilled criminal defense attorney immediately. Act quickly and Choose experience! Your case will be handled by John R. Coniglio. He is an expert in criminal defense.

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White Collar Crimes

White-collar offenses are typically related to business, commercial, and financial enterprises. Offenses such as fraud, embezzlement, government procurement fraud, healthcare fraud, and public corruption and bribery are typically referred to as "white collar" crimes because white-collar professionals are generally those individuals who are targeted for investigation. In these types of criminal cases, it is important to act quickly and work with an experienced attorney who can help you safeguard your reputation and vigorously defend you against any criminal charges. From financial and economic white-collar crime to fraud and theft cases, John R. Coniglio Attorney At Law can help. With over seventeen years of experience defending all types of white-collar crime cases, you can put your trust in John R. Coniglio.

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Domestic Violence 

If you have been charged with domestic violence in Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito County, do not hesitate to contact the Law Offices of John R. Coniglio. John R. Coniglio is an experienced domestic violence lawyer who has represented many clients during domestic violence disputes. The ongoing issue with all domestic violence cases is that it is often one family member's word against another's. John R. Coniglio gets to the heart of the issue and will assist you throughout the criminal court process.

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Drug Crimes

 As an experienced Monterey drug possession charge attorney, John R. Coniglio investigates eligibility for drug treatment programs. Often, first-time offenders are eligible for a drug treatment program. Successful completion of an 18-month drug treatment program avoids a criminal conviction. This exceptional option allows recovery from drug addiction while avoiding incarceration. It is important to remember that an arrest is not a conviction.  John R. Coniglio is experienced in defending his clients and protecting them from the legal repercussions associated with drug offenses. Drug trafficking punishments can lead to a drastic alteration to a defendant's life, as a criminal conviction can impact the ability to hold a job, retain custody of children, or even vote. Do not wait!

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Sex Crimes 

If you have been charged with a sex crime, you have probably already considered the substantial destruction it could have on your future. You may already be suffering from some of that now. The penalties that could accompany a conviction could destroy both your personal life and your professional career. Whether you have been falsely accused or not, you should immediately seek the services of an experienced California sex abuse lawyer, the Law Offices of John R. Coniglio diligently defend and protect the constitutional rights of individuals facing charges for sex offenses.  At the Law Offices of John R. Coniglio, John R. Coniglio has extensive experience defending individuals facing charges for sexual offenses.  If you have been arrested for a sex crime, or if you are concerned about the consequences of listing yourself on a sex offender registry, the Law Offices of John R. Coniglio may be able to help.

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Why Hire Criminal Law Attorney, John R. Coniglio?

Trusted
An Attorney Who Cares.

For more than 25 years, Mr. Coniglio has worked diligently to establish a first-class, respectable, dependable, and professional reputation throughout Monterey County, Monterey (South) County, Santa Cruz County, Santa Clara County, and San Benito County while vigorously fighting for his clients. Most importantly, Attorney Coniglio believes that RESULTS, not talk, promises or marketing are the reason the clients retain his firm and refer others to his services.

Experienced
John R. Coniglio has Over 25 Years of Experience in California.  

Attorney John R. Coniglio has been in practice for 25 years serving clients in Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Santa Clara Counties.  His practice is focused on professionals and business owners who find themselves entangled in the criminal justice system.  He is often hired by lawyers, doctors, dentists, nurses, police officers, teachers, real estate brokers, commercial drivers, and others who hold a professional license.  His practice is also focused on members of the military and veterans who if convicted of the crime charged will lose their career.

John R. Coniglio is a past board member of the California DUI Lawyers Association, a member of the Monterey County Bar Association, and a member of the National College for DUI Defense. Attorney John R. Coniglio has also successfully sued the Superior Court of Monterey County for their denial of his client's participation in Military Diversion.

The Sixth District Appellate Court adopted Mr. Coniglio's arguments in Wade v. Superior Court (2019) 33 Cal.App5th 694.  The Wade decision set the standard on how all judges in California are supposed to evaluate a request for veterans to participate in Military Diversion. Attorney John R. Coniglio has successfully defended thousands of DUI cases including DUI murder and DUI Manslaughter cases.  He is often in the news for his handling of high-profile cases.

Attorney John R. Coniglio cares. He will work hard to achieve the best results for your case and provide complimentary consultation.

If you've been arrested and/or charged with a criminal offense in Monterey County, Santa Clara County, Santa Cruz County, and San Benito County, including the communities of Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Seaside, Salinas, King City, Watsonville, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Capitola, San Jose, Aptos, Soquel, Hollister, Boulder Creek, Felton, Rio Del Mar, Corralitos, Live Oak and Los Gatos, call us at (831) 373-3151 or (831) 475-3151 to schedule a telephone consultation, or contact us. <Learn More>

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Member - California Public Defenders Association

Defense Attorney John R. Coniglio is a member of the California Public Defenders Association.

Member - DUI Defense Lawyer's Association

Defense Attorney John R. Coniglio is a member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association.

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent - Peer Rated for Highest Level of Excellence 2017

"I have much experience interacting with Mr. Coniglio on a DUI defense lawyer group to which we both belong... He has a knowledge of the cutting-edge defenses. He pursues cases until the end, including on writs and appeals..." A Sole Practitioner in DUI/DWI

Member - Monterey County Bar Association (MCBA)

Defense Attorney John R. Coniglio is a member of the Monterey County Bar Association.

AVVO Top Rated Attorney

John Rich Coniglio, a defense lawyer based in Monterey, CA has earned the AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. American Registry LLC, has also added John Rich Coniglio to The Registry™ of Business and Professional Excellence. " Mr. Coniglio is an expert when it comes to DUI cases. He is well respected in the local legal community and he gets results. I endorse John Coniglio." Jamey Dolowich, Violent Crime Attorney

Member - National College for DUI Defense

Defense Attorney John R. Coniglio is a member of the National College for DUI Defense.

Member - California DUI Lawyers Association

Defense Attorney John R. Coniglio is  is a member of the California DUI Lawyers Association, the Oldest Drunk Driving Defense Bar Association in the United States.