Recent Results:
Defendant charged with DUI for .08% blood alcohol to be sentenced to infraction.
Defendant orderd to perform community service and drug trafficking charges dismissed for defendant arrested with 13 pounds marijuana.
Domestic violence charges dismissed on eve of trial.
Defendant charged with theft of over $50,000 receives probation and serves no jail.
Correctional officer serves 2 days for smuggling drugs into jail facility.

Aggressive Hollywood Homicide Defense Attorneys

At the Law Offices of James E. Blatt we are among the best homicide attorneys in Hollywood, California. Our criminal defense lawyers have the ability to defend your legal rights in both state and federal court and will do whatever it takes in order to maintain your freedom. At the Law Offices of James E. Blatt we have been defending homicide charges for over 35 years and we are available for every phase of your case. We will review police reports, evidence, and conduct our own investigation in order to properly defend you.  Our attorneys are very thorough and as a team we will assess your situation and build an aggressive defense strategy for your homicide case.

A homicide is an act, whether intentional or unintentional, that results in the death of a human being. There are many forms of this crime:

  1. 1st Degree Murder

A homicide that is committed intentionally with premeditation or malice aforethought.

  1. 2nd Degree Murder

A homicide that is committed intentionally, but is not premeditated or planned. It is not committed in a reasonable "heat of passion"

  1. Voluntary Manslaughter

The intentional killing of a human being with no prior intent to kill, typically in the “heat of passion, as seen in domestic violence cases.

  1. Involuntary Manslaughter

The unintentional killing of a human being, usually due to negligence or recklessness.

  1. Vehicular Manslaughter

A death that is due to reckless driving or DUI and that is unintentional.

California Murder and Manslaughter Lawyers

At the Law Offices of James E. Blatt we are very successful when defending clients facing the crime of homicide. We will diligently work on your behalf and are committed to protecting your legal rights. It is very important that you hire a lawyer who knows what they are doing and understands that your life and freedom are dependent upon hard work and determination. Lack of experience or skill can affect your rights and freedom drastically and may result in maximum penalties for your homicide case. In California you can expect to face the following penalties for the crime of homicide:

  1. A Felony Charge
  2. Possible Life Imprisonment
  3. Possible Death Penalty
  4. Large Monetary Fines
  5. Community Service
  6. Mandatory Probation
  7. Parole
  8. Driver’s License Suspension

Experienced and Aggressive California Criminal Defense Lawyers

If you are charged with homicide, you will need a professional Hollywood homicide attorney who will defend your life. At the Law Offices of James E. Blatt we offer aggressive and dynamic defense strategies to our clients. We understand that you may be falsely accused and arrested for a crime that you did not commit. If you have been arrested, our criminal defense lawyers do our utmost to have you released until the trial. Contact a lawyer at our law firm today for immediate protection!

Accused of a homicide in Hollywood? Contact an attorney at our firm immediately!