Christopher J. McCann

State of Practice : California
Member Since: 9/27/2010
Last Answer: 12/22/2010

Total Answered Questions 210 Free Answers on the LawQA Network

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About Me

I believe in vigorously representing my clients rights through zealous advocacy in order to achieve an integrative solution that takes into account all of my clients needs. I have earned praise as a Rising Star Attorney in Southern California Superlawyers Magazine in 2006, 2007, 2009, and 2010. I have made several thousand court appearances in federal, state and juvenile courts throughout southern California. I earned my BA from the University of Michigan, my JD from Pepperdine University School of Law, and my Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Strauss Institute of Dispute Resolution.

Firm Information

Firm Address
1720 E. Garry Ave. Ste. 221
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Contact Details

Areas of Practice

DUI
Criminal Defense
Criminal
Defense

Accreditations

Testimonials

Personalized Service Beyond My Expectation

I would definitely recommend Mr. McCann for any legal issues you may encounter. His level of personalized service was beyond my expectation, and I am happy to say that we won the case! Without Mr. McCann's help I am sure that I would have received at least three points against my license, which would have cost me allot more in the long run for increased insurance premiums etc. Chris made the extra effort to stay in contact with me on the phone throughout the entire proceeding, and had plenty of creative options for fighting the traffic tickets I received, although none of that was necessary because the officer didn't show up so the case was dismissed.
Dedicated to His Clients

Mr. McCann is an excellent lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients and his healthy distrust of the government guarantees that your rights will not be violated on his watch. Chris handles every one of his cases personally from start to finish and provides a level of service that no big firm could ever match. If you need someone to give your case the attention it deserves, he is the right man for the job.
I Recommend Him to Anyone

Mr. McCann got me and my brother through a very hard time. He didn't mess around with us and even tried to lower prices for us as much as possible. He kept me updated with court dates. He was dependable. I would recommend him to anyone.
Open, Honest, and Knowledgeable

After calling many, many lawyers and speaking to numerous answering machines and receptionists, I was pleasantly surprised when Chris McCann answered his own telephone. I instantly felt comfortable during our conversation - Chris was very open, honest, and knowledgeable. In addition, his services were affordable and he was very thorough and dedicated to producing the best results for me. He was with me every step of the way. Even in the months following my trial, if I had questions, he was available to advise via telephone or email. I really appreciated his support and would highly recommend his legal services.

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Answers

How much time could you spend in jail for 3 DUIs?

Can my jail time serve as my payment for my fine?

Is it worth it for me to invest in a lawyer to have the case dismissed?

What time limits are in effect when it comes to arraigning on a formal probation violation?

My boyfriend who is 19 got his second DUI today; he received his first while he was 17. What can happen now?

What do I do if the District Attorney rejects a criminal complaint?

Is it considered fraud if I'm abusing an error?

How can I get a theft charge off of my record?

Will I ever be able to own a gun again?

What will happen when my husband takes tests?

Is law enforcement required to make reasonable efforts to enforce an arrest warrant?

Can a judge change a order that he stated in court he wouldn't?

Can an attorney give me a copy of my complete arrest record?

How did I get two strikes without another offense?

What if I suddenly have strikes on my record despite not really having any?

How long do DUI stay on your record?

What is likely to happen in court if I have a failure for a warrant and failure to appear?

Can I own a registered gun although my husband is a convicted felon of drug possession?

How can I remove criminal protective order under probation condition order?

Are grand theft charges always classified a felony in the State of California?

How do I get an attorney to appear on my behalf?

Can there be a case of double jeopardy?

Would it make me liable of fraud for using gift certificates that might be obtained wrongfully?

What are the chances that I could get this DUI dismissed?

Can I be charged with murder if my friend gets shot while we rob a house?

Can I clear a felony conviction for carrying weapons in my truck?

Can an officer ask for money in lieu of sending me to jail?

What will happen at the DMV hearing after my friend gets a DUI?

Can my husband's guns be registered in my name?

Is robbery of a credit union a federal crime?

Is there a record of an arrest without a charge?

What can I do if I was charged with resisting arrest and obstruction of justice?

Can charges be lowered during a trial and can a plea be made during trial as well?

What should I do if my friend asked me to cash a check that turned out to be counterfeit?

What should I do if I was in the emergency room on my court date?

How can I get my DUI fines reduced?

Will a citation for possession of marijuana go on my record?

How can I help a family member who has been charged with a crime?

In what instance can prosecution tender a copy of a police statement in support of his testimony?

What can I do if I have a court date for a theft charge?

What will a marijuana tickest cost me in California?

Can I get a DUI while driving on private property?

Can police search my vehicle without a warrant?

Can an attorney represent co-defendants?

Can I potentially be prosecuted if I turn my employer over to federal authorities?

Will the courts move forward with charges if the other person dropped the charges?

Can someone be prosecuted for involuntary manslaughter if they died from another cause?

Can a bench warrant be dismissed?

Will my child's DUI affect me if he was driving my car?

Do I have a probation officer if I am on an informal probation?

What can I do if my ex girlfriend is accusing me of rape?

Can I be arrested for a DUI if I was not driving?

When is the best day to turn myself into jail?

Do I need a attorney at my arraingment for an assault charge?

How can I get my rights back after a felony charge?

What can I do if I feel that was unfairly arrested for a DUI?

Can you apply for early dismissal from probation while still paying restitution costs?

What can I expect after my first offense of shoplifting?

Is there a time limit for the court hearing after an arrest?

How are arrest records and charges cleared if case is dismissed?

Will my friend be looking at any jail time for his first time offence?

Can I get my misdemeanor domestic violence charge removed from my record?

What do I do in court if I was charged with theft?

What is my sentence for a MIP charge?

Is there a statute of limiations on evidence found through a search warrant?

Can I postpone my criminal defense trial?

How much will my theft charge cost me?

Can my felony charge be expunged?

Does a first time criminal offense show up on a background check for employment?

What should you do if you find out police came to your home to ask you questions?

Do they let you use public defenders for a DUI?

How can I get a DUI expunged?

How long do I have to serve in jail for domestic violence?

Does a DUI show up on your credit score?

When can I get my DUI expunged?

Can I reduce a misdemeanor shoplifting charge to an infraction?

How to get something expunged or sealed?

Is the amendment of vc 23222(b) retroactive?

How long will a DUI conviction stay on my record?

What do I do if my daughter is in jail for attempted murder?

Do I have other options other than jail time?

Can I travel and work in Canada and other countries with a dui on my record?

If I was charged with another DUI in a different state, is it considered a second DUI?

Is it possible to clear my record?

What happens when I am charged for domestic violence?

Can DUI classes be transferred to a different state?

Can I be arrested for a battery charge?

Can I buy a gun after a domestic violence crime?

What should I look for when searching for a defense attorney?

Can I be charged with a DUI?

What should I do if I committed a Hit and Run while on DUI probation?

Can I refuse to take breathalyzer?

How much legal trouble am I facing for forging a check of $20?

Do I need an attorney for my second DUI?

Can I get a license in another state if I did not complete my DUI classes?

How much time served for hit and run?

What could happen if I caused a hit and run?

Will a DUI charge be erased if I hire an attorney?

Can a resisting arrest charge be dropped to a misdemeanor?

Am I entitled to state the realization of actual facts in a trial for assault with a deadly weapon?

Disclaimer: The responses above do not form an attorney-client relationship, nor are they intended to be anything other than the educated opinions of the author. They should not be relied upon as legal advice.