We represent good people who find themselves, on occasion, on the wrong side of the law. We have extensive trial experience and are proven litigators. We have handled every type of criminal case from A to Z.
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Step 1: The ArrestDon’t let the police take advantage of you while you’re in custody. Call Walsh Law right away, and we’ll get to work protecting your rights so you don’t inadvertently self-incriminate. -
Step 2: The ArraignmentWalsh Law is an aggressive Folsom criminal defense firm that can argue for reasonable bail and help you await the end of your case from the comfort of your home.
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Step 3: Pre-Trial HearingsWe’ll evaluate the prosecution’s case, challenge weak evidence and inconsistencies, and do our due diligence to get the charges against you reduced or dropped.
Rancho Cordova Violent Crime Attorney
Ready to Defend Clients Charged with Violent Crimes
If you or someone you care about has been accused of a violent crime in or around Rancho Cordova, you are facing one of the most stressful moments of your life. An arrest can threaten your freedom, your job, and your family. You need clear information and a strong plan, not scare tactics.
At Walsh Law, we focus exclusively on criminal defense, and we are led by Chris Walsh, a former Chief Assistant District Attorney and homicide prosecutor with over 19 years of criminal law experience. He has personally tried more than 100 jury trials, including many high-stakes and complex cases. When the stakes are this high, that kind of trial background can make a real difference.
We represent good people who sometimes find themselves on the wrong side of the law. Our team is based in Folsom and regularly defends people whose cases arise from incidents in Rancho Cordova and other Sacramento County communities. If you are facing serious accusations, you do not have to face them alone.
To schedule a free, confidential consultation, call (916) 610-3558.
Values You Can Relate To
Our Client Testimonials
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“I am always able to get ahold of him directly either by cell or text including after hours and if for some reason he isn’t immediately available, he responds as soon as he can.”- Melissa C.
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“He was compassionate and explained to me what to expect in an easy way for me to understand. He was straightforward and delivered on what he said he could do for me!”- Claudia H.
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“I was in a bit of a situation and public defenders weren’t doing anything to help my case as if they didn’t have time. Which they don’t, but Chris Walsh did and came up with a few methods to fight my case.”- Dewan P.
Common Types of Violent Crimes in California
In California, "violent crimes" are specifically defined under Penal Code 667.5(c). These offenses are treated with the highest level of severity by the Sacramento County District Attorney’s office. Common charges our Rancho Cordova violent crime lawyers handle include:
- Murder and Manslaughter: Ranging from first-degree murder to voluntary or involuntary manslaughter.
- Robbery: Taking property from another person through the use of force or fear.
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW): Assaulting another person using a firearm, knife, or any instrument capable of causing great bodily injury.
- Domestic Violence: Inflicting corporal injury on a spouse, cohabitant, or fellow parent (PC 273.5).
- Carjacking: Using force or fear to take a motor vehicle from another person’s immediate possession.
- Kidnapping: Moving a victim a substantial distance through force or fear.
- Rape and Sexual Assault: Forced sexual acts or acts involving victims unable to give consent.
Potential Penalties for Violent Charges
The consequences of a violent crime conviction in California are life-altering. Because these offenses are often classified as "strikes," the legal system is designed to impose maximum punishment.
Prison Sentences
Most violent felonies carry mandatory state prison time rather than county jail. Under California law, those convicted of a "violent felony" must serve 85% of their sentence before becoming eligible for parole—significantly more than the 50% required for non-violent offenses.
The Three Strikes Law
- First Strike: A conviction for a violent felony counts as a "strike."
- Second Strike: If you have a prior strike and are charged with any new felony, your sentence for the new crime is automatically doubled.
- Third Strike: A third strike can result in a mandatory sentence of 25 years to life in state prison.
Long-Term Consequences
Beyond prison, a conviction can lead to:
- Lifetime prohibition from owning a firearm.
- Loss of professional licenses (nursing, teaching, etc.).
- Lifetime registration as a sex offender (for specific crimes).
- Deportation or inadmissibility for non-citizens.
To discuss your legal options, contact us today.
Meet Our Team
We know it’s easy to get swept up with emotions and confusion in the aftermath of being charged with a crime. That’s why our Folsom criminal defense attorneys aim to shoulder as much of the burden as we can, providing reassurance plus honest insight and advice where you need it.
Why Walsh Law?
Walsh Law’s mission is to be the gold standard of criminal defense by providing superior legal advocacy in the face of potentially life-changing consequences.
Chris Walsh is a former prosecutor, so we know what you’re up against when you face
criminal charges. Now, clients like you get to benefit from what we’ve learned in
our careers and how we apply what we know to get the results you’re after.
