Vista DUI Lawyer and Criminal Attorney Peter M. Liss

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Vista Criminal Attorney: Top Quality at Affordable Rates

  • First consultation Free.
    Two convenient locations. All major credit cards accepted.

  • UC Berkeley Law Grad with 40 Years Experience handling ALL types of criminal cases.

  • Tried Over 100 Jury Trials.Proven track record of acquittals, dismissals and reduced charges.

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I am Vista defense lawyer Peter M. Liss, and I can help you if you or a family member has been arrested or charged with a crime. I have 40 years of experience with a track record of success in winning acquittals, dismissals, and reduced charges for my clients, which has left me ranked as one of the best criminal defense and DUI attorneys in Vista on Google, Yelp, Martindale, and Avvo. I’ve personally tried over 100 criminal jury cases, negotiated countless plea bargains, and handled all types of misdemeanor and felony cases.

My Criminal Justice Practice Areas:

  • DUI & Felony DUI
    • Including DMV license suspension hearings, felony drunk driving charges, and DUIs involving accidents

  • Domestic Violence
    • Including corporal injury and domestic battery, as well as restraining order violations

  • Sex Offenses
    • Including sex crimes against children, and child pornography

  • Juvenile Crimes
    • Including charges related to vandalism, shoplifting, and underage DUIs

  • White Collar Charges
    • Including fraud, forgery, and computer crimes

  • Drug Crimes
    • Including the crimes of possession, sales, manufacturing, trafficking, and driving under the influence of drugs

  • Misdemeanor & Felony Traffic
    • Including reckless driving, hit and run accidents, and driving without a license

  • Theft Crimes
    • Including shoplifting, grand theft, burglary, robbery, and joyriding

  • Violent Crimes
    • Including assault, battery, weapons charges, and murder

Contact Us 24/7
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Why Choose Attorney Peter M. Liss

  • Tough negotiator. Well respected. Always fighting for my client’s best results
  • Grandparents or parents: I can defend your child of any age
  • I can appear in your place in most misdemeanor cases; you won’t miss work
  • Immediate and courteous responses to all inquiries.

GET HELP NOW! Call 24/7

(760) 643-4050

 

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Avvo Rating 10.0 - Peter Michael Liss - Top Attorney
Avvo Clients' Choice Award - Peter Michael Liss - 5 Stars
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Vista Criminal Justice Attorney: Available When You Need Me

No matter what the charges, I have the experience required to help you. As the only criminal attorney in my Vista law firm, I am the only person who will be working on your case. I have a 24/7 answering service and I will always return your calls and address your concerns promptly and courteously because I know when you have a criminal defense emergency, you need to talk to someone as soon as possible.

The Right Defense Lawyer

Many people who are in legal trouble start out by searching online for a “5-star criminal lawyer near me” to handle their case. While that’s a good way to start, make sure you find the best attorney for your specific situation with glowing client testimonials. You need to go beyond viewing a few nearby lawyer websites to find someone actually worth hiring who presents the best opportunity for winning your case.

Fighting for Your Best Results

I’m a tough negotiator and successful trial lawyer. Judges and prosecutors respect me because I fight hard to protect my client’s rights and obtain the best optimal result for their situations. My peers in the legal industry rated me an AV-Preeminent attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, meaning I demonstrate the highest level of excellence in legal experience, knowledge, judgment and communication. I also have a perfect 10 rating on AVVO due, in-part to, endorsements from fellow San Diego criminal defense attorneys.

I guarantee the quality of my work and my dedication to seeking the best outcome possible for every client’s individual case. I have experience fighting all types of criminal charges, including evaluating and presenting the right defenses for each unique situation. I have even successfully defended many clients against murder charges and represented defendants in many high-profile criminal cases.

If you are a parent or grandparent, you can retain me to defend your child who has been arrested. When we meet, we’ll discuss how I can provide you the strongest possible criminal defense based on your case’s specifics.

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I have experience fighting all types of criminal charges and am well-seasoned in evaluating and presenting the right defenses for each of my clients based on their unique circumstances. After all, someone accused of drunk driving after leaving the Belching Beaver Brewery requires a drastically different legal approach than someone accused of vehicle theft on Shadow Ridge Drive or domestic battery near Brengle Park.

When you meet with me, we’ll discuss what happened to you and how I can help you based on the specifics of your case. If you choose me as your Vista criminal lawyer, I want to ensure you receive the best possible defense for your unique situation.

I Can Help You Every Step of the Way

The criminal justice process can be intimidating but I can guide you through your entire court case by:

  • arguing for reduced bail
  • investigating your case to gather evidence on your behalf
  • making court motions
  • fighting on your behalf in trial or while negotiating a plea bargain
  • working to minimize your sentence
  • seeking out alternative sentencing options, such as court-ordered community service, diversion programs, or house arrest

If you hire me as your Vista criminal defense lawyer, and are facing misdemeanor charges for anything aside from domestic violence, I can represent you without you ever having to go to court. You won’t need to miss work or other activities for court dates and can rely on my experience to secure you the best possible results.

Why Hire Me as Your Defense Lawyer?

Two Convenient Locations

You don’t need to look near and far for a great attorney, just call me. My Vista criminal law offices have free parking and are located across the street from the North County San Diego Courthouse, Jail, and Traffic Court, off the 78 and the 5 freeways. This office serves the cities of Oceanside, Encinitas, Carlsbad, Bonsall, San Marcos, Escondido, Fallbrook, Rancho Bernardo, and the rest of North County.

I also have a satellite office closer to central San Diego located in Carmel Valley, just off the I-5 near the 56 highway. This San Diego criminal law office serves Del Mar, University City, La Jolla, Rancho Penasquitos, Clairemont, Solana Beach, Mira Mesa, and the rest of San Diego County.

Many of my clients are from neighboring counties in Southern California. I even represent many out-of-state clients charged with drunk driving or other crimes in North County, California.

Top Quality Representation at Affordable Rates

Your first consultation is free. My fees are very reasonable and I accept all major credit cards. I am always available thanks to my 24-hour in-person phone answering service and I provide prompt and courteous responses to all inquiries. Hablamos Espanol.

Call Day or Night. I Will Respond Quickly:

I consider all criminal matters urgent and will respond as quickly as possible to your phone call. Please call me any time, any day, at (760) 643-4050 or (858) 486-3024.

My Past Experience as a Criminal Attorney

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Over 40 Years Practicing Law

I graduated from the University of California, Berkeley Law School in 1983 and have been practicing law ever since. For 15 years, I served the public through the United Farm Workers Union, Legal Aid Society of San Diego and the San Diego County Public Defender’s Office. Since 1987, I have been practicing criminal law exclusively. As a public defender, I tried many murders and a death penalty case, and eventually became the second person in charge in the Vista office as the Assistant Supervising Public Defender.

I opened my private practice back in 1998, offering criminal defense services for adults and juveniles. In the more than 27 years I have been a Vista defense lawyer operating in a solo practice, I have continually strived to help my clients navigate the challenges of the criminal justice system.

I believe in America’s justice system and the ideal that every person deserves the chance to fight the charges brought against them. To help the general public better understand the law, I thoroughly review and edit all of the content in my blog, which has been ranked within the top 50 criminal law blogs on Feedspot for over 8 years.

I’m available, let’s talk

How to Contact Vista Defense Attorney Peter Liss

For skilled, IMMEDIATE help with a criminal defense against any type of charges, please call my law office:

(760) 643-4050 or (858) 486-3024

Call 24/7 – any time, any day.   I can help you.

  • DUI/ Felony DUI
  • Driving Offenses
  • Domestic Violence
  • White Collar Crimes
  • Theft Defense
  • Violent Crimes
  • Sex Offenses
  • Juvenile Crime
  • Drug Offenses
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About the Legal Information on This Website

I rely on my experience as a top defense lawyer in my area to personally review all information on this site; however the information offered here should not substitute as legal advice. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Vista, please contact a qualified criminal defense attorney.

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