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Marc David Pelta

Marc David Pelta

Ex-prosecutor with extensive experience in criminal & restraining order cases
  • Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI ...
  • California
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Biography

Former prosecutor. Experienced criminal, DUI, and juvenile defense attorney across California from North to South. Marc also represents people in Restraining Order cases.

Education
City University of New York School of Law
J.D. (2002) | Law
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I volunteered as a Bar-certified Law Clerk with both the Los Angeles and San Francisco District Attorney Offices where I prosecuted felony and misdemeanor cases under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Prior to that, I served as a Summer Law Extern with the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York.
Honors: Law Review & Moot Court
Activities: Civil Rights Externship, Executive Articles Editor for the New York City Law Review, co-edited "How to Do Your Best on Law School Exams"
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California State University - San Francisco State University
B.A. (1997) | History (Honors Program) and Political Science
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I was a dual major in preparation for going to law school.
Honors: History (Honors Program)
Activities: Academic Senate
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Professional Experience
Criminal, DUI, and Juvenile Delinquency Defense
Pelta Law
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I am a former prosecutor with extensive experience with felony and misdemeanor cases. I have used that experience to help represent and advise clients involved in criminal cases.
Restraining Orders Litigation
Pelta Law
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I possess extensive experience representing clients in Domestic Violence and Civil Harassment Restraining Order cases. The first 20-30 minutes are at no-charge. It is helpful for you to have a PDF of any documents connected with your situation that can be e-mailed to me to review.
Awards
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Professional Associations
State Bar of California  # 253315
Member
Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
State Bar of California
ID Number: 253315
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    The first 20-30 minutes are at no-charge. It is helpful for you to have a PDF of any documents connected with your situation that can be e-mailed to me to review.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
White Collar Crime
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. I got a gun charge with a speeding ticket and dui what could I be facing
A: It depends upon many factors such as what your criminal history is like and what the facts of the case now are. Regardless, you should consult with experienced criminal defense counsel asap.
Q. In county jail my sister was doing her sentence and filed a 1381 form to different county she had
A: No, I do not see how a letter to a judge will matter at this point unless your sister works with experienced criminal defense counsel to draft such a letter. I realize that this kind of "advice" is common in jails. We refer to it as "jailhouse lawyering". I've even been told over the years that some jail guards and probation officers advise defendants/minors to do this. However, please keep in mind that such legal advice is illegal under the Business and Professions Code. Moreover, none of those officers would appreciate it if lawyers told them how to do their jobs. Likewise, I hope your sister is not being given legal advice by non-attorneys in the jail.
Q. My sister was in custody in orange county and her case in riverside county case she got a warrant
A: Your sister needs experienced criminal defense counsel she trusts to represent her in this case.
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Websites & Blogs
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Marc's Website Profile
Website
Pelta Law Website
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PELTA LAW
1390 MARKET STREET
SUITE 200
San Francisco, CA 94102
US
Telephone: (415) 963-1152