About Us
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in San Diego
Elite Criminal Defense aims to be your trusted source for top-tier legal representation in San Diego, California. With over two decades of experience our dedicated team specialize in providing expert defense strategies for a wide range of criminal cases. Our commitment to justice, relentless advocacy, and unwavering support for our clients sets us apart. We understand the complexities of the legal system and are dedicated to protecting your rights.
Our Approach
At ELITE Criminal Defense, we specialize in bringing the law to your corner. We are dedicated to understanding what results you want and to helping you understand what actions we can take on your behalf. We will work with you every step of the way to make sure that you understand the choices you are making and feel empowered to make them.
A Team in Your Corner
Every morning, our legal team has a meeting to discuss our cases. This means that no matter who you go with in our firm, the expertise of the whole team weighs in on your case.
Legacy of Success
ELITE Criminal Defense has been working together for 20 years and has a proven track record of success. We use that experience to help you down a path to the results you need. Check out our success stories, and then schedule your free consultation today.
Our Team
Eric Orloff
Attorney At Law
Our Practice Areas
Terroristic Threats
A terroristic threats charge is a crime under California Penal Code 422. It is illegal to threaten someone in a way that could cause significant bodily injury or death. A terroristic threats lawyer in San Diego will fight your charge aggressively.
Prostitution & Solicitation
Soliciting prostitution in San Diego is illegal under California Penal Code 674(b). It is a criminal offense to engage in sexual acts for money and other types of compensation, as well as to agree to or offer these activities. Your prostitution lawyers in San Diego will create a robust defense.
Assault & Battery
A San Diego assault and battery charge is intimidating, and the penalties can turn your life upside down. You may receive up to six months in jail or longer with aggravating factors. Our San Diego assault attorney knows how to fight these serious charges so you can get your life back.
Carrying a Concealed Weapon
A carrying a concealed weapon charge in San Diego is common under California Penal Code 25400. Even having a rifle hidden in your car can lead to this serious charge. If convicted, you would have a permanent criminal record. A San Diego concealed weapons lawyer will review your case and defend your rights.
First Degree Murder
You probably wonder if there is any hope with a first-degree murder charge. Yes! The prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a human being was killed with ‘malice aforethought.’ Our first-degree murder lawyers in San Diego have fought these serious charges successfully before and can help.
Possession with Intent to Sell
If you’re trying to claim unclaimed property as an heir, we’re here to help. A Cincinnati probate attorney at Linn Legal can guide you through the legal way of claiming unclaimed property as an heir and make sure you get what’s rightfully yours.
Hit and Run
Wondering if a trust is right for you? Our trusts for estate planning lawyers can explain everything you need to know about how to set up a trust fund and make sure your assets are protected for decades to come.
Forgery
If you are charged with forgery in San Diego, your life can be turned upside down. A forgery defense lawyer can help. Forgery is a felony charge under California Penal Code 470. But don’t worry. A San Diego fraud lawyer is here to guide you through the maze of state forgery laws.
DUI Defense
Were you arrested for DUI in San Diego? Your license and freedom are on the line. Hiring the best San Diego DUI defense lawyer boosts the odds of getting your case reduced or dismissed. Our elite DUI attorneys in San Diego will defend your rights.
Drug Trafficking
A San Diego drug trafficking charge can put you in prison for years. You can receive up to nine years in prison and a $20,000 fine. Our San Diego drug lawyer can review your case and build a solid defense to dodge the state’s tough drug penalties.
Corporal Injury to a Spouse
A corporal injury to a spouse charge can put you in jail for up to a year for a misdemeanor. A domestic violence attorney will fight the charge that you willfully and unlawfully inflicted a physical injury on another person. Speak to our corporal injury to a spouse lawyer today to start defending your rights.
Domestic Battery
Were you charged with injuring a family member or domestic partner? You can face severe legal penalties for domestic battery in San Diego. But our domestic battery lawyers will ensure you don’t face these grave charges without a strong defense.
Attempted Murder
Attempted murder means you tried to kill someone but failed. The prosecutor must prove you had the intent to kill. This is difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, and our attorney for attempted murder can lay out your best legal defense options now.
Assault With Deadly Weapon
An assault with deadly weapon charge can lead to imprisonment, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Getting or holding a decent job could be impossible if you’re convicted. An experienced assault with deadly weapon lawyer in San Diego can help you get your life back on track.
Felony Reckless Evading
Felony reckless evading means willfully fleeing law enforcement while driving recklessly and risking harm to others. You need an elite felony reckless evading attorney today. Our San Diego felony reckless evading lawyers are here to fight for your rights.
Lewd and Lascivious Acts with a Minor Child
Lewd conduct charges in San Diego are grave. California Penal Code 288(a) prohibits performing lewd or lascivious acts with a minor under 14. A conviction can lead to up to eight years in prison and a $10,000 fine. A lewd and lascivious lawyer in San Diego is ready to begin building your defense today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at [email protected] if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Do I have to go to court?
Not necessarily. In many cases an attorney can handle all of your court appearances for you, without you having to be present; keeping you Informed every step of the way, so you can stay focused on what matters most.
How much does a DUI or Criminal defense attorney cost in San Diego?
We offer the most competitive rates in San Diego county. Our fees are based on a case by case bases. The good news is we don’t charge hourly like most firms. We charge a flat fee. This means that the fee will be tailored to your specific case.
What is a “Flat Fee”?
A Flat Fee means that before you or anybody signs anything you’ll know exactly what you’re paying from start to the very end of your case. Once you’re a client at ELITE Criminal Defense our fees will never change until our scope is completed.
Get Help Now
If you or someone you know has been arrested, Don’t wait! Contact us right now for a free consultation. The sooner you have a criminal defense attorney on your criminal or DUI case, the better your chances of taking the correct steps to getting the results you want.
