Louis George Fazzi

Admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court; United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth and Sixth Circuits; United States District Court, Northern and Central Districts of California, and Southern District of Ohio, Western Division; and all courts in the State of California, since 1978. I focus on civil rights cases.

California St Univ

Undergraduate Degree

Univ of LaVerne COL

Law Degree

Attorney & Counselor at Law

Law Offices of Louis G. Fazzi

1984 - 2023

44 years of successful law practice representing people in the fight for justice.

Attorney

Law Offices of William M. Shernoff

1978 - 1983

Began my career as a law clerk, then learned at the master's knee as I began practicing, and went on to develop as a well rounded lawyer under his tutelage.

California Evidence Advanced Legal Education; Bernard Jefferson, Instructor.

University of Southern California Law Center, Los Angeles, Ca. 1986

Trial Skills Training Course, Litigation Advocacy Program

Center for Trial and Appellate Advocacy, Hastings College of Law, University of California, San Francisco, Ca., 1989

Alumni

Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College, Dubois, Wy 1998

Pro Bono Award

California State Bar Association

1986

Provided services to Seniors through the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association

Pro Bono Award

California State Bar Association

1985

Worked through the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association

California State Bar  # 84362

Member

1978 - Current

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1978 - Current

California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1977 - Current

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

1980 - 2016

California

Since 1978

6th Circuit

Since 1986

9th Circuit

Since 1979

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1984

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Q. Is it legal for a prosecutor to threaten to double my time during a prelim if found guilty?

June 9, 2025

A: A prosecutor has no power to add to or subtract from time served. That is up to the judge who hears your case, and depends on whether you are convicted or not. This sounds like an intimidation tactic by the deputy DA, and you should feel perfectly comfortable with your appointed public defender to discuss this with him or her. You should share your concerns with your attorney, because obviously the attorney is supposed to be working for you.

Q. Can I sue for unauthorized background screening affecting my work?

June 5, 2025

A: You should contact the Labor Commissioner's office and make a claim for the unpaid wages. Here's their website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/

You can copy and paste the link in your browser. Once you get there, you'll see how to file a claim for unpaid wages. It is their job to make sure California employers comply with the law and pay employees appropriately. You won't need a lawyer to help you, because it is the Labor Commissioner's job to make sure you get paid.

Q. Victim rights in charge reduction plea in CA burglary case.

May 18, 2025

A: I can't imagine what it must feel like to be a victim in these circumstances. Here are some things you should know.

1. The prosecutor represents the People and not you personally, and has many competing interests driving any decisions made in the defendant's case. Among these are the conditions at the court, the number of cases waiting for trials, the pressure on the parties to resolve cases, and so on. So yes, prosecutors can negotiate plea deals or modify charges without requiring the victim’s consent.

2. Generally, yes. Most states have adopted some version of a Victims' Bill of Rights, which typically gives victims the right to be informed of plea agreements, confer with the prosecutor before the deal is finalized, and provide a victim impact statement at sentencing. However, your right is usually to be heard, not to veto the agreement. The final decision still rests with the prosecutor and the court.

3. You can submit a written objection or victim impact statement to the court; request a meeting with the prosecutor to express your concerns, attend the plea hearing or sentencing and make a statement, and consult with a victim advocacy group or attorney to represent your interests more effectively. In some jurisdictions, you may file a Marsy’s Law complaint or motion if your rights as a victim are violated.

4. To ensure restitution is fair and accurate, document all your losses (medical bills, property damage, lost wages, etc.) and submit these to the prosecutor and/or probation department before sentencing. You can also request a restitution hearing if there's a dispute or if you weren’t properly compensated. You can also monitor enforcement. Restitution orders are often enforced through probation, and you can follow up through the court or victim services if payments lapse.

5. Yes, there are limits, but they vary. The statute of limitations applies before charges are filed. Once filed, constitutional speedy trial rights (6th Amendment) and state-level laws impose time limits (often 90–180 days, depending on custody status). Delays may occur due to continuances, but excessive or unjustified delays can be challenged by the defendant, not typically by the victim unless it causes specific harm to your rights (e.g., under victims' rights laws). ... Read More