Marcus DeBose — Criminal Defense Attorney

Marcus DeBose founded his San Diego criminal defense practice on a conviction that never wavers: the accused deserve a fierce, fully prepared advocate standing between them and the power of the state. He built Tegnelia & DeBose, APC to be that advocate for people across San Diego County facing the most frightening moment of their lives.

Marcus's practice is devoted entirely to criminal defense — from DUI and domestic violence to drug charges, theft, weapons offenses, and serious felonies. That focus means he knows how San Diego prosecutors build their cases, where those cases tend to break down, and how to turn procedural missteps and weak evidence into dismissals and reductions.

Clients choose Marcus for his direct, no-nonsense communication and his willingness to take a case to trial when the prosecution overreaches. He treats every client with respect and every case as if it's headed to a jury — because that preparation is exactly what creates leverage. Bilingual and available around the clock, he makes sure every client understands their rights and never feels alone in the fight.