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
- 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
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.
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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.


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





