Northern California’s premier criminal defense attorneys fighting for your freedom and your future.
Since its founding, Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense has delivered aggressive, high-quality criminal defense representation to clients throughout Sacramento, Placer and El Dorado counties.
Our mission is simple and unwavering: to provide every client with the strongest possible defense and to fight for the best outcome in every case. We stand firmly on the principles of fairness, integrity, and relentless advocacy.
We challenge the evidence, hold the prosecution accountable, and fight tirelessly at every stage of the case because we take on law enforcement and the machinery of government without reservation to protect your rights.
Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys’s owner and principal attorney Martin Jones is known for his strong courtroom advocacy and extensive trial expertise.He leads the firm with deep experience, strategic focus, and unwavering dedication to defending his clients.
Strong criminal defense is built on relentless advocacy and strategic, intelligent representation. Our attorneys have a proven record of success in jury trials and in negotiations involving high profile and complex criminal cases.
In addition to defending clients in Megan’s Law matters, Jessica’s Law cases, and all Penal Code §290 sex offender registration issues, we also handle a wide range of other serious criminal charges with the same level of skill, discretion, and determination.
When you choose to work with Chastaine | Jones, you can feel confident in your legal representation. Our award-winning attorneys combine their experience and talents to address your legal need with aggressive solutions and compassionate representation.
We take the time to listen to your case, analyze all the matters and evidence involved, and explore your legal options. Our firm also has established relationships with investigators and other experts who we can call upon to assess your case and provide meaningful solutions.
Our Sacramento County criminal defense attorneys are near you in Roseville. We are ready to fight for you. Contact Chastaine | Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys to schedule a consultation and begin your defense today.
The legal team at Chastaine | Jones fights for the underdog. We understand the stress and fear people go through when faced with criminal charges and we strive to provide creative results-oriented legal solutions for all our clients.
Our firm has an established reputation as one of California’s preeminent criminal defense teams. With over five decades of combined experience, we have continuously been selected by our peers to the Best Lawyers in America List; and the Northern California Super Lawyer List. For the past two years we have been named the Best Criminal Defense Firm in Northern California and we are honored to win City’s Best Award in 2021 & 2022 and Best law Firm in 2023 in US News and World Record Magazine.
Whether you have been arrested or you believe the police are investigating you for a crime, it is imperative you contact a Sacramento County criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. It can be confusing, stressful and even daunting to understand your legal options, but with the guidance of Chastaine | Jones, you can rest assured our lawyers can help you weather any storm. Call us today at (916) 932-7150 or send us an email to find a time that works for you.
We are fully committed to pursuing the strongest outcome in your case through relentless preparation, strategic advocacy, and aggressive representation. Your success is our priority and when we achieve the best result for you, it reflects the strength and dedication of our entire firm.
We bring over 50 years of combined courtroom experience and advocacy to every case we handle. We leave no detail overlooked and no defense strategy unexplored. With unwavering dedication and deep legal expertise, we build the strongest possible defense to pursue proven results for our clients.
We promise to keep you fully updated about the status of your case through regular emails, messages and phone calls. Once you become our client, you will also have access to our secure client portal, where you can track your case in real time and communicate directly with your attorney in our portal. We understand how stressful facing criminal charges can be, which is why our team is committed to making sure you always know where your case stands. You can reach us at any time by text, phone, or email—24/7. You will never be left in the dark about your case.
We promise never to make a commitment we can’t keep. Instead, we will provide you with an honest and realistic assessment of your case and how we can help. Your attorney will always be clear, direct, and straightforward with you about every aspect of your case.
We understand that legal fees can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer flexible payment plans tailored to your financial situation.
Our job is to aggressively discover all the information possible in a case.
The key to any defense case is gathering all the evidence. There is often far more evidence than clients and even prosecutors realize. We employ investigators to interview witnesses overlooked by the police. Once the evidence is gathered, the next phase begins.
After all the evidence has been gathered, the attorneys at Chastaine | Jones collectively evaluate the evidence to find any weaknesses. By employing our experiences, they will also scour the evidence for possible constitutional violations and defenses for your specific charges.
With all the evidence in and the analysis complete, we enter into negotiations with the prosecutor. Sometimes there are enough weaknesses in the prosecution’s case that we can get a dismissal. In other cases, our experienced criminal defense attorneys use whatever facts we can to mitigate any punishment. Getting you the best resolution possible is our highest priority. Sometimes, the only viable option is to fight the case and set it for trial. Only through skilled negotiations can we determine the best options.
The goal in every case is always the same: to have the case dismissed. We do everything we can to beat the case upfront and get that dismissal without you ever having to plead guilty. Often, that is not possible. What is almost always possible is to have the case dismissed after you have successfully completed probation. Getting a dismissal after probation helps protect your record and is the final step in putting this case behind you.
We are here to support you through every step of the process. Our skilled criminal defense attorneys are here to answer questions and educate you about the process. Any conviction will come with conditions of probation. We help you keep track of and fulfill every one of those conditions. We will call you to remind you of important dates/deadlines and answer questions you have. Our commitment to customer service never ends!
The short answer is yes. Criminal law is an adversarial system, and the government has one objective: to secure a conviction. Prosecutors have extensive resources, training, and experience on their side. You deserve the same level of protection.
Whether you are completely innocent or simply want fair treatment, you must defend yourself. Without a skilled attorney, the government can and will use your lack of legal knowledge against you. Having a criminal defense lawyer levels the playing field and ensures your rights are protected at every stage.
A criminal conviction can change the course of your life. It can lead to jail or prison time, strict and costly probation terms, the loss of your gun rights, and long term consequences for immigration, employment, and professional licensing. With so much at stake, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer who can protect your future and improve your chances of a favorable outcome in every one of these areas.
The moment you’re under investigation or accused of a crime, your rights are already at risk. Hiring a defense lawyer early gives you immediate protection. From the moment law enforcement contacts you, every word you say and every decision you make can be used against you. An attorney steps in to safeguard your rights, control the flow of information, and prevent mistakes that could damage your case.
Call Chastaine Jones Criminal Defense. We will help you.
Get to know our experienced criminal defense attorneys, Martin Jones, Mike Chastaine [Of Counsel], James Ryan, and Calvin Cunninghame. Do you need legal advice?
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