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How a California Criminal Trial Works

All criminal cases in California are slightly different. Each has individual circumstances that make the charges more weak or damaging, the evidence more clear or fuzzy and the sentencing more severe or minor.

However, there are also some similarities between different criminal trials, and all follow the same basic format. Whatever crime you are charged with, be it homicide, white collar crime or a violent crime or felony, your trial will likely proceed through the same set of steps.

At Bamieh & Erickson, we know that knowledge is power. After our countless years of experience as Ventura criminal defense attorneys defending those charged with a crime in court, we have come to understand that the more you know about the legal process, the better your chances are of proving your innocence.

That's why we want to give you as much information about a trial as possible. The common elements of a criminal trial in California include:

• Jury selection
• Opening statements
• Prosecution evidence & witnesses
• Defense evidence & witnesses
• Rebuttals and closing arguments
• Jury deliberation
• Verdict

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime such as homicide, white collar crime or a violent crime or felony, or you are the person of interest in a serious investigation, the time is now to contact a lawyer. Every second you wait is another you fall behind the prosecution.

For more details about your case, call the Ventura criminal defense lawyers of Bamieh & Erickson today. Attorney Ron Bamieh has the knowledge, track record and contacts that truly matter when it comes to defending clients accused of a serious crime. Call us today at (805) 643-5555.

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