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Theft
Mr. Loewenstein has represented many clients charged with various kinds of theft. Shoplifting is one of the most common allegations that confront first time offenders. He has represented city employees, licensed health care professionals and other public figures who have been charged with theft from their work place. Often times Mr. Loewenstein can handle theft cases confidentially, successfully and with a minimum of court involvement.
Drugs
Mr. Loewenstein is intimately familiar with drug laws. To the knowledgeable attorney there are many options available to individuals charged with drug possession from diversion to drug court and alternatives to jail such as treatment programs. Many people accused of drug offenses have been victimized by violations of their constitutional right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. Mr. Loewenstein has successfully argued motions to dismiss evidence which have led to subsequent dismissal of the charges.
DUI/DWI and DMV Hearings
Mr. Loewenstein has successfully defended many individuals charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Not only is freedom at stake when charged with driving under the influence, but often livelihoods and always the privilege to drive. The Department of Motor Vehicles will attempt to suspend your driving privilege, however often times quick and aggressive response to the DMV can save your ability to drive. In Southern California your right to drive a vehicle is often of critical importance and Mr. Loewenstein recognizes this. He has successfully saved licenses or minimized the consequences to many drivers.
White Collar Crime
Creatively defending many clients charged with theft, embezzlement and fraud, Mr. Loewenstein has prevented cases from being filed in court, obtained acquittals at trial and has negotiated restitution agreements and alternatives to incarceration. He has successfully represented many high profile, high publicity individuals in major state and federal cases.
Juvenile Law
One of the most difficult experiences for a parent is seeing their child charged with a crime and suffering through the hardships of the juvenile process without proper counsel. For over 20 years, since the earliest stages of his career as a Deputy District Attorney assigned to the juvenile court, Mr. Loewenstein has practiced extensively in the field of juvenile law. From counseling juveniles to defending them in the courtroom, his vast experience and sympathetic manner have lead to many successful outcomes, not only for the juvenile in the courtroom, but frequently even having an impact on changing a misdirected lifestyle.
Domestic Violence
It seems that domestic violence is the latest crime to be over charged and used as a weapon by parties in bitter domestic disputes that has nothing to do with a criminal act. Mr. Loewenstein has skillfully defended many individuals charged with domestic violence and has had multiple clients found not guilty after trial.
Assault
As an experienced trial attorney, Mr. Loewenstein has represented people charged with all manner of assaultive conduct. These events often occur in the heat of passion, can be alcohol related and may be completely out of character for the individual charged. From misdemeanor battery to assault with a deadly weapon, Mr. Loewenstein has been very successful in mitigating sentences, justifying conduct and has achieved not guilty verdicts at trial.
Homicide
Mr. Loewenstein has tried multiple homicide cases to verdict. He has successfully used such defenses as diminished mental state, heat of passion, self defense and mistaken identify, among others. For over 15 years Mr. Loewenstein has been selected by the judges of the Superior Court to serve on the Defense Homicide Panel which appoints only outstanding lawyers to defend murder cases.
Sexual Offenses
Some of the most devastating offenses that can be charged are child molest, rape or indecent exposure among others. Being accused of this type of offense can be bewildering and shocking. Many people are wrongfully accused and this is an area in particular where advice and intervention by a certified criminal law specialist can make an enormous difference. If you are accused of this type of crime it is in your best interest to call without delay.
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