Merrisa L. Coleman-Bishop - San Jose Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer

Contact Santa Clara County criminal defense attorney Merrisa Coleman-Bishop if you've been arrested on charges ranging from excessive speeding over the limit to possession of illegal drugs. Her experience and practical approach can help you develop a strategically sound defense, no matter what charge you're facing.

Motor Vehicle Offenses. Misdemeanor traffic offenses in California can be very serious and result in jail terms, not to mention the havoc they can raise with insurance premiums and driver's license renewal. Merrisa Coleman-Bishop can defend you on such charges as driving more than 20 mph over the speed limit, reckless driving, DUI and other alcohol-related offenses, and driving on a suspended license.

Violent Crimes. If you've been arrested for assault, battery, domestic violence, violating the terms of a restraining order, or disorderly conduct, Merrisa Coleman-Bishop can investigate and analyze the circumstances of the charge in order to identify defenses, suppress evidence, and where necessary, either negotiate a favorable resolution of the charge against you or take the case to trial.

Other Misdemeanor Offenses. San Jose misdemeanor defense attorney Merrisa Coleman-Bishop can also represent you on charges such as drug possession, petty theft, check fraud, and disorderly conduct.

The penalties for any of the offenses described here can vary considerably depending on many factors, and are especially sensitive to the prior criminal record of the alleged offender. Some of these offenses are "priorable", meaning that they can count heavily against you on a later charge of any kind. On the other hand, some are eligible for expungement if you maintain a clean record for a certain period after disposition. Some offenders are eligible for diversion or treatment as an alternative to criminal prosecution.

Santa Clara County criminal trial lawyer Merrisa Coleman-Bishop works hard to develop defense strategies that minimize her clients' risk of jail time, serious criminal records, and other consequences. For additional information about her ability to represent you, contact her in San Jose.

San Jose misdemeanor defense lawyer Merrisa L. Coleman-Bishop defends persons facing criminal charges such as drug possession, serious traffic violations, petty theft, check fraud, assault, disorderly conduct, and other offenses under the California misdemeanor penal codes. Santa Clara County traffic violation defense attorney Merrisa Coleman-Bishop serves clients in the Bay Area, Marin County, Santa Clara County, Alameda County, San Jose, Oakland, Gilroy, Hayward, Palo Alto, Union City, Milpitas, Fremont, Campbell, Cupertino, Morgan Hill, Los Gatos, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Watsonville, Pleasanton, Danville, Dublin, and Saratoga, California.