When it comes to your freedom, you want an attorney who gives you the best representation. Orange County criminal defense attorney Maltaise Cini fights for you in court. Find out why her clients love her and what she can do to help you avoid jail.
Call Now: 949-660-1389If you’re facing a DUI, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, assault or other serious criminal charge, finding the best Orange County criminal defense attorney to help you fight those charges and protect your rights is critical – in fact, your freedom may depend on it.
Even in the best of times, knowing how to select the right attorney for your needs isn’t easy; when the stress of a criminal charge is looming over you, making that selection can become even more difficult.
The key to a successful defense is to work with a lawyer who knows the law and the legal process inside and out, and who has the skills and experience to aggressively defend your rights.
Maltaise Cini has been defending clients against criminal charges for more than 20 years. As a former public defender, Ms. Cini understands the intricacies of the law and the significant hurdles her clients often face when defending themselves, and she also knows there is no definitive path toward the best possible defense. She works tirelessly for her clients, providing counsel and representation that benefit from her years as a public defender and successful Orange County criminal defense lawyer. Her skills and dedication have earned her multiple awards, including OC Metro’s “Top Criminal Attorney” in 2013 and 2014, the National Trial Lawyers Association “Top 100 Trial Attorneys” award in 2014 and 2015, and the Avvo Client Choice Award in 2015.
At her Newport Beach practice, Ms. Cini offers free consultations to help new clients understand the serious charges they’re facing, the potential consequences and their options for defending themselves. With more than two decades of experience and thousands of cases to her credit, Ms. Cini knows there is no “one way” to defend against a criminal charge. She welcomes even the most challenging cases, providing each client with the attention and dedication they need to defend themselves and protect their future.
And, because Ms. Cini has substantial experience defending her clients against an array of criminal charges, she has a broader and more inclusive understanding of the legal process as well as a keen understanding of the California court system and what it takes to mount a successful defense.
Ms. Cini has worked with clients from all walks of life, facing all types of criminal charges, including clients in high-profile cases facing serious consequences. In Newport Beach and Orange County, and throughout the country, wrongful prosecutions and wrongful convictions happen far more frequently than most people realize. To protect yourself, your rights and your future, you need an attorney who is ready and able to defend you. If you’re facing criminal charges, call 949-660-1389 for your free consultation, and take that first step toward securing your best possible defense.
Client was charged with a felony hit and run with great bodily injury. Client was given home confinement and the great bodily injury charges were dismissed.
Client was charged with a DUI. Filed a motion to suppress the evidence and the case was dismissed.
Client was charged with possession for sales of narcotics. After trial client was found guilty of possession and given a program.
Client, a physician was charged with domestic violence. Client was required attend anger management classes and matter was dismissed
Client was facing a requested 5 year extension of a domestic violence restraining order. After hearing the judge denied the request for the extension of the restraining order. Current restraining order was terminated.
Client was charged with Domestic Violence. Client pled guilty to disturbing the peace and was required to complete 10 hours of anger management.
Domestic Violence
Being charged with domestic violence in Orange County is a nerve-wracking and intimidating experience. Domestic violence charges can have far-reaching implications extending to both your personal life and your professional life.
Drug Crimes
Drug crimes are serious offenses, and in California, they can include any unlawful act that involves an illegal substance, including marijuana, PCP, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamines,
DUI/DMW Hearings
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Expungement
Whether a Southern California jury convicted you of multiple white collar felony counts several years ago, you want to put behind a mistake from your past
Fraud
In California, fraud is often considered a “white collar crime,” meaning it occurs most frequently among people engaged in businesses. But the fact is, there are actually multiple types of fraud, and being charged with fraud can result in serious penalties that can have far-reaching affects in your life. Defending against a fraud charge because […]
Juvenile Crimes
Being charged with a crime as a juvenile can have an impact on your child’s entire life, including their ability to get a job or a scholarship for school.
Juvenile Dependency/CPS
Juvenile dependency and Child Protective Services (CPS) cases are unique in many ways. First, because they involve your children and your children’s lives, they assume a critical importance, with outcomes that can have serious consequences that can affect your child for the rest of his or her life.
Murder
Murder is the most serious charge you can face, in terms of both the consequences that can be levied and the toll a murder charge can take on your life even before you go to court. In California, a murder conviction can result in a long prison sentence – sometimes exceeding the course of your […]
Theft
Under California law, theft is a crime that involves taking another’s property without permission or knowledge, with the intention of permanently depriving him or her of that property. While some cases of theft are committed intentionally, many other cases may arise as a result of a misunderstanding or a moment’s lapse in good judgment. But […]
Violent Crimes
Under California law, a violent crime is any criminal act that involves physical force, coercion or weapon use, and it’s considered a very serious charge.
Being charged with a hit and run with injuries can lead to a felony conviction. Santa Ana Police are searching for a driver who they say is guilty of a hit and run. Witnesses say the female driver ran a red light, striking and seriously injury a music teacher in a marked crosswalk. Witnesses […]
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In California the Health and Safety Code makes it a felony to possess any drugs for sales. If Possessing drugs for sales can result in a jail sentence and unlike a straight possession charge an individual is not eligible for a drug program. How does the prosecutor prove that you possessed the drugs for sales. […]
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One question I am often asked is “how do I bring a witness to court”? There are two ways to have a witness testify. If the witness is a friendly witness, such as a relative, friend or neighbor you could ask the person to voluntarily come to court and testify on your behalf. The second […]
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