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San Diego, CA

Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego

Local, aggressive defense from an office minutes from the courthouse. When you're facing charges in San Diego, experience and proximity matter.

San Diego is where our firm lives and works. From our office at 2820 Camino Del Rio S in Mission Valley, we're just minutes from the San Diego Central Courthouse and positioned to respond fast when you or a loved one is arrested. We defend clients from downtown and the Gaslamp to the beaches of Pacific Beach and La Jolla, across the East County communities, and down to the South Bay near the border. We know the San Diego County Superior Court, the local prosecutors, and the deputy district attorneys who handle these cases — and we use that knowledge to protect your record and your freedom. Whether you're facing a first-time DUI, a domestic violence accusation, a drug charge, or a serious felony, we bring the same relentless, trial-ready preparation to every San Diego case. Your first consultation is always free and completely confidential.

Neighborhoods we serve

Downtown / GaslampNorth ParkPacific BeachLa JollaMission ValleyHillcrestPoint LomaClairemontKearny MesaMira MesaRancho BernardoOtay MesaSan YsidroBarrio LoganCollege AreaSerra Mesa

Local Courts

San Diego Courthouse Information

Most San Diego criminal cases are heard in the county's Superior Court system. Here's where your case may be handled.

San Diego Central Courthouse

1100 Union St, San Diego — felony & misdemeanor arraignments and trials.

Kearny Mesa (North County) Courthouse

Serving cases arising in the Kearny Mesa and central-north communities.

San Diego County Superior Court

The countywide court system where San Diego criminal cases are prosecuted.

Practice Areas

How We Defend San Diego Clients

Our Office

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Office Hours
Monday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
SaturdayBy Appointment
Sunday24/7 Case Review Line

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Speak directly with Attorney Marcus DeBose about your case. No pressure, no judgment — just a clear plan to protect your future.

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