Oakland Criminal Attorney Areas of Practice

Oakland Criminal Attorney

We provide skilled representation in all criminal matters arising out of the Alameda Courts, Oakland Courts, and neighboring counties. We have been successfully handling these cases for the past 24 years. Our practice includes defense in every type of matter, covering all felonies and misdemeanors in both state and federal courts. We accept a limited number of cases so we can concentrate on achieving the best possible results for each client. We understand and deeply appreciate the trust clients place in us at a time when it often feels like the sky is falling. We take that trust very seriously and do everything we can to stand with our clients at every step as we navigate the case and the Court together. With more than 20 years of experience behind us, we are loyal, committed, and effective. Also, feel free to visit our main Oakland Criminal Attorney site or our Marin Criminal Attorney page.

Oakland DUI Attorney

If you’ve been arrested or cited for DUI in Oakland or elsewhere in Alameda County, you need an experienced Oakland DUI attorney who knows the local courts, prosecutors, and law enforcement practices. Francisco Rodriguez has 24 years of experience representing people in Oakland criminal cases and can evaluate your case, explain possible defenses, and work to reduce or dismiss charges.

What an Oakland DUI attorney can do for you

  • Review arrest and police reports for legal errors (probable cause, traffic stop, Miranda warnings).

  • Challenge breath and blood test procedures, calibration, and chain of custody.

  • Investigate field sobriety tests, officer training, dash-cam, and body-cam footage.

  • Advise on plea options and negotiation with the Alameda County District Attorney.

  • Represent you at DMV hearings to protect your driving privileges.

  • Prepare for trial if needed and advocate for reduced penalties or diversion programs.

Possible defenses in Oakland DUI cases

  • Lack of probable cause for the stop or arrest.

  • Improperly administered chemical tests or unreliable results.

  • Medical conditions, medications, or other factors mimicking impairment.

  • Violation of constitutional rights (illegal search, failure to read Miranda warnings).

  • Police procedure errors, missing or flawed evidence.

Penalties you may face: Penalties vary depending on prior convictions, BAC level, and whether injury or property damage occurred. Consequences can include fines, license suspension, DUI school, probation, community service, ignition interlock devices, and jail time.

Why hire a local Oakland DUI attorney

  • Deep familiarity with Alameda County courts, judges, and prosecutors.

  • Knowledge of common local enforcement practices and lab processes.

  • Experience negotiating for reduced charges, diversion, or alternative sentencing.

  • Skilled representation at DMV administrative hearings and criminal court.

Contact Francisco Rodriguez. Francisco Rodriguez has 24 years of experience handling criminal cases in Oakland and Alameda County. Call 510-503-2030 to discuss your DUI case and get prompt, experienced legal help. Listen, Oakland DUI Attorney Francisco Rodriguez knows how to handle a DUI case successfully from DMV to what ultimately happens in Court. There is simply no one who can do it better. Put 24 years of Oakland DUI experience on your side and call today. Visit our Oakland DUI Attorney page.

Legal Help

We offer consultations for many legal issues. Often clients come to us with minor problems that require clear legal advice or straightforward guidance. If you need direction or limited assistance, call us — we can help. We have been representing clients in Oakland and Alameda County for many years and are ready to provide practical, experienced support.

Oakland Theft Charges

If you’re charged with theft in Oakland — whether it’s petty theft, shoplifting, embezzlement, or burglary — you face serious penalties, including substantial fines and possible jail or prison time, as well as long-term consequences for employment and housing. Call us now to discuss your case, get clear guidance, and protect your rights.

Oakland Domestic Violence Attorney

Oakland domestic violence criminal cases are particularly tough. They take a heavy toll on both the accused clients and the alleged victims. These matters are often charged with intense emotion and moments of lost control. While many allegations reflect real harm, some are made for an ulterior motive and can be false. Careful investigation and thorough fact-finding are essential keys to obtaining the best possible outcome in these cases.

Oakland Assault/Battery Attorney

Oakland Criminal Attorney Francisco Rodriguez has been successfully defending assault and battery cases in the Alameda County Superior Court. These cases are technical and must be presented very carefully for jurors to understand why someone who is arrested and brought to court could be innocent of the charge. If you have been arrested in Oakland for assault or battery, we can help.

Oakland Traffic Ticket Cases

We also represent people in all Oakland traffic-ticket matters. From Oakland speeding charges and red-light camera violations to reckless driving and cases involving driving over 100 miles per hour, we provide experienced defense. Visit our Oakland Traffic Attorney page for more information.

Oakland and Alameda County Appeals and Writs attorney

Our office has been handling Oakland and Alameda County appeals of criminal cases in both misdemeanors and felonies for 24 years, providing experienced and steady representation at every appellate level. We also handle Oakland and Alameda County infraction appeals, small claims appeals, and civil appeals, offering thorough appellate briefing and oral argument when needed. We have taken matters from the Appellate Division to the California Supreme Court and on to the Ninth Circuit — wherever the case and client needs dictate, that is where we will go. Remember, anyone can file an appeal, but that should not be the primary focus;

Speaking Engagements

Our office is frequently invited by a wide range of organizations to speak to their audiences about many legal subjects. Topics we have addressed include: what it’s like to be a criminal attorney, how the criminal justice system operates, trial strategy and courtroom practice, DUI trial work, and numerous other related matters. We have presented to students, professionals, fellow attorneys, and government organizations. Reporters and news outlets also regularly call on our office to provide informed opinions about current stories that involve legal issues. If you need a knowledgeable speaker to address your group on any of these or related topics, please call us to discuss arrangements.

Juvenile representation

We love kids! If a kid is in trouble, we want to help. Help with school hearings, criminal allegations, or dealing with school rights. We can help, and believe kids are our future, and we must do everything to nurture them and steer them in the right direction.Oakland juvenile representation requires experienced advocacy that understands both the criminal justice and juvenile dependency systems, the unique legal standards for minors, and the long-term consequences a case can have on a young person’s future. An effective Alameda County juvenile attorney works to protect constitutional rights at every stage—school discipline hearings, police interviews, arraignment, detention hearings, petition responses, delinquency proceedings, and transfer to adult court—while seeking diversion, sealed records, counseling, and rehabilitation-focused dispositions whenever possible. Because juveniles face issues like record sealing, school exclusion, and collateral consequences that can affect education, employment, and immigration status, counsel should promptly challenge unlawful searches or interrogations, negotiate alternatives to formal adjudication, and coordinate with social services, probation, and mental health providers to pursue outcomes that prioritize the child’s best interests and future opportunities. For 24 years, Oakland criminal attorney Francisco Rodriguez has represented young clients in Alameda County, protecting rights and advocating for rehabilitation-focused resolutions. Call 510.503.2030 for representation and case guidance. If your child has been charged with an Oakland Juvenile case, Oakland Juvenile Attorney Francisco Rodriguez can help.

Restraining Order Petition/Defense

We have provided Oakland restraining order representation for both Petitioner and Respondent, serving clients on all sides of these disputes. From domestic violence restraining orders to civil harassment orders and elder or workplace protection orders, we can help. There are times when a person may need immediate protection from someone who poses a real threat to their safety and wellbeing — we can assist in obtaining necessary relief. There are also times when a person may misuse the restraining order process as a tool against another without proper legal basis — we can defend against unfounded claims. These orders can have severe, lasting consequences on an individual’s daily life, livelihood, and parental or custodial rights, and they can effectively place one person under the legal control of another. Call for a consultation about any restraining order you are facing so we can explain your options and protect your rights.

Oakland Trial Representation for Clients and Attorneys

If you or your client face criminal charges in Oakland or elsewhere in Alameda County, experienced trial representation is essential. Francisco Rodriguez has 24 years of courtroom experience handling a wide range of criminal matters. He represents defendants at every stage of a case — from pretrial motions through jury trial and sentencing — and can also assist attorneys needing local trial support or co-counsel services.

What trial representation includes

  • Case assessment and trial strategy: Thorough review of evidence, discovery, witness lists, and prior police reports to develop a focused theory of defense.

  • Pretrial motions and hearings: Filing suppression motions, Brady requests, motions in limine, and other motions to exclude evidence or shape trial procedure.

  • Witness preparation and subpoenas: Locating, interviewing, preparing witnesses for testimony, and securing subpoenas for records or witnesses.

  • Jury selection (voir dire): Crafting and conducting voir dire to identify favorable jurors and challenge biased jurors through cause and peremptory strikes.

  • Trial advocacy: Opening statements, cross-examination of prosecution witnesses, direct examination of defense witnesses, evidentiary objections, and closing arguments aimed at reasonable doubt.

  • Evidentiary and expert work: Retaining and presenting expert witnesses (forensics, medical, accident reconstruction, etc.) and challenging prosecution experts.

  • Plea negotiations and alternatives: Negotiating plea agreements when appropriate and advocating for diversion, probation, or alternative sentencing programs.

  • Post-trial motions and appeals support: Filing motions for new trial, sentencing mitigation, or preserving issues for appeal.

Why local Oakland/Alameda County trial experience matters

  • Familiarity with local judges, prosecutors, and court procedures helps anticipate how motions and arguments will be received.

  • Knowledge of local investigative practices and police reports can reveal weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.

  • Established relationships with investigators and local experts speed case development and trial preparation.

Representation for attorneys and co-counsel work

  • Trial support for defense attorneys: Co-counsel trial services, mentoring less-experienced lawyers at trial, assistance with complex evidentiary issues, and second-chair support.

  • Consultation and case evaluation: Tactical advice on trial strategy, witness impeachment, expert retention, and motion drafting.

  • Conflict and overflow cases: Taking cases where a conflict exists or providing coverage when courts or schedules demand it.

Contact Francisco Rodriguez — Oakland Criminal Attorney / Alameda County Criminal Lawyer 24 years representing clients in Oakland criminal cases Call: (510) 503-2030 (also listed as (510) 504-2030). Our office is often referred or hired by other firms to represent their clients in case where a trial is needed. Clients in both civil and criminal cases also extensively use our office to assist then in their cases in the trial phase. We have an unsurpassed level of trial experience that is a must if you want to succeed. We will put our trial record and accomplishments up against anyone else’s and believe no firm or Attorney can match it. Put 20 years of heavy trial experience in your corner, when you need it most.