Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Santa Barbara, CA

The highest-rated State and Federal Criminal Defense Law companies out of 197 vetted & reviewed in the Santa Barbara area.

RBX Law

RBX Law

(50)
Criminal Defense Lawyer, Domestic Violence Attorney, Misdemeanor Attorney
“Russel is always available for your questions or concerns you have and will have you feeling better in no time without any doubt ensuring you are in the best hands.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2019
924 Anacapa St # 1T, Santa Barbara, CA
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Aron Law Firm - Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyers

Aron Law Firm - Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyers

(50)
  • Understanding
  • Agreement
  • Case
“I might have felt a little unsure of how things were progressing in the beginning but soon realized that his friendly staff was always just a quick phone call or email away if I ever had any questions or concerns.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
15 W Carrillo St Suite 217, Santa Barbara, CA
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Sanford Horowitz Criminal Defense

Sanford Horowitz Criminal Defense

(50)
  • Conversation
  • Felony
  • Expertise
“Through his expertise and negotiation skills, he was able to secure a favorable outcome, significantly reducing the fines and penalties originally faced by our family member.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2015
1334 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Law Offices of William C. Makler

Law Offices of William C. Makler

(37)
Save Your Driver’s License, Criminal Record Clean-up, Sexual Assault
“As like most Mothers when your child is in trouble you panic a bit but William on a Saturday returned my call in five minutes and stepped into our lives and really cared.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2008
140 E Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Law Office of Hogan Ganschow

Law Office of Hogan Ganschow

(14)
Robbery, Assault and Battery, Sex Offenses
“He literally has fought a case with me for almost 3 years start to finish an has went above an beyond to make sure that I understood everything that was going on an always kept me in the loop constantly!!!”
Emergency Services
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2019
1032 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA
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The Law Offices of Tristan Verburgt

The Law Offices of Tristan Verburgt

(10)
Students & Alcohol, Restraining Orders, Veterans
“I have had the pleasure of co-counseling with Tristan on a plaintiff's employment case and I appreciated his expertise, diligence, and kindness towards our mutual client.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2018
1020 State St #107, Santa Barbara, CA
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Andrade Law Offices

Andrade Law Offices

(20)
Criminal Defense, DUI, Personal Injury
“He FOUGHT for my boyfriend, kept me, my guy and his mother updated every step of the trial and got the result we were looking for in the face of many obstacles.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1989
211 Equestrian Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
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Steele Law Firm

Steele Law Firm

(3)
Elder Abuse, Methamphetamine Manufacturing, Possession of Firearms/Felon in Possession
“I was fortunate enough to find Addison and have him in my corner to help me get ahead of a district attorney filing a case through his process of building a relationship and partnership with me.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2023
1226 1/2 State St Suite #2, Santa Barbara, CA
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Law Office of Michael Hanley

Law Office of Michael Hanley

(3)
“He was consistently available, attentive, and he helped me both logistically and emotionally with his reassuring demeanor.”
Emergency Services
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2023
222 E Carrillo St #300, Santa Barbara, CA
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Appel & Morse

Appel & Morse

(16)
“I posted this review so those who need help can get real help with someone professional and caring because I can tell you this now most attorneys that I talked to didn't seem to care about my case the way Ian did.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2004
1129 State St Suite 25, Santa Barbara, CA
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The 805 Legal Team

The 805 Legal Team

(26)
  • Confidence
  • Respect
  • Questions
“I would highly recommend 805 Legal Team if you are looking for the personal touch, expertise, and results that are matched by very few in their profession.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2017
701 E Santa Clara St, Ventura, CA
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Daniel K. Simon APC

Daniel K. Simon APC

(5)
Slip and Falls, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents
“Carolyn was easy to reach, communicated clearly, every step of the way, if I had a question she had an answer, and if she did not know she reached back within the day with the answer and any other pertinent information.”
Accepts Debit, Check, Cash, All Major Credit Cards, Financing available
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1991
1114 State St Ste 221, Santa Barbara, CA
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Law Offices of Gregory I. McMurray

Law Offices of Gregory I. McMurray

(13)
  • Results
  • Respect
“Amazing plans of action from start to finish and an attorney I am grateful for and would recommend to anyone who needs a custody attorney or anything else he specializes in!”
In Business Since 2004
1035 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Lytel & Lytel

Lytel & Lytel

(22)
  • Results
  • Review
  • Team
“Five Stars - These are great attorneys that spent a lot of time with me, worked hard with many appearances and in the end, I was very happy with the final results.”
In Business Since 1996
225 E Carrillo St #203, Santa Barbara, CA
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Dennis G Merenbach Attorney at Law

Dennis G Merenbach Attorney at Law

(1)
“This guy delivers when it counts the most!”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1969
225 E Carrillo St #203, Santa Barbara, CA
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Hayes Law Offices

Hayes Law Offices

(10)
“Annie Hayes has helped me so much with my cases, working hard and actually caring for my well being and remaining in touch with me though out the process.”
In Business Since 2025
1035 Santa Barbara St Suite 8, Santa Barbara, CA
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Chambliss Legal

Chambliss Legal

(2)
Alcohol Offenses, Federal Court, DMV Actions
“Simple and to the point”
In Business Since 2017
140 E Figueroa St #2113, Santa Barbara, CA
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Lynn & O'Brien

Lynn & O'Brien

(4)
“Josh is a great negotiator and saved me 1000's expect raw cut the bs to the point representations”
In Business Since 2013
311 E Carrillo St Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA
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Tri-Counties Criminal Defense

Tri-Counties Criminal Defense

(4)
“I have total Respect for their professionalism and advocacy as their client, and as a person stressed by the unknown, in need of help they have been the ones to be there for me giving me confidence, trust, and the wonderful ability to exhale.”
In Business Since 2000
5276 Hollister Ave #455, Santa Barbara, CA
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Ferreira Law Group

Ferreira Law Group

(8)
Restraining Orders, Brazilian Law, +
“Their office is a bit hard to find on the first visit but if you park across the street in the Fiesta 5 Parking Lot (behind the Apple Store) you can cross the street and use the side entrance on the right hand side if you're facing the building.”
In Business Since 2014
211 E Victoria St suite d, Santa Barbara, CA
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Lessem, Newstat & Tooson

Lessem, Newstat & Tooson

(1)
“Newstat was able to give thoughtful, thorough, and, most importantly, useful practical legal advice regarding a wide variety of criminal legal issues.”
In Business Since 2011
7 W Figueroa St #300, Santa Barbara, CA
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Michael A. Carty, Attorney At Law

Michael A. Carty, Attorney At Law

(3)
“Carty is master jedi in court and the office team is outstanding.”
228 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA
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Bamieh & De Smeth, PLC

Bamieh & De Smeth, PLC

(44)
  • Judicial System
  • Attention
  • County
“Within a short span, their relentless efforts bore fruit; all charges against my son were dropped, and he was released without a bail requirement, bringing immense relief to our family.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
692 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA
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Robert M Helfend

Robert M Helfend

(2)
Fraud, Soliciting a Prostitute, Insider Trading
“If I ever need help again I'll call Robert.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
45 S California St #9, Ventura, CA
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Santa Barbara, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1723
Maximum cost
$20676
National Average
$6318
Avg Per Hour Rates
$403
$4021
$6892
Average price range is based on 522 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6318
Minimum cost $1723
Maximum cost $20676
Avg Per Hour Rates $403

Average range $4021 to $6892 is based on 522 cost profiles.

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