Jonathan Gonzales

Founding Attorney

Jonathan Gonzales is a former police officer who began his career with a local agency in northern California. He attended California State University at Chico and obtained his B.A. in Political Science and Legal Studies, with a focus in Alternative Dispute Resolution. After he received his B.A. Degree, he attended Lincoln Law School of Sacramento and received his Juris Doctorate (J.D) and graduated in the top 10 of his class and received the highest grade (Amjur award) in Business organizations and Corporations.

Internship at The Public Defender’s Office

While attending Lincoln Law School at night Mr. Gonzales worked as an intern at the Placer County Public Defender’s office where he wrote and argued a variety of motions, including right to speedy trial and illegal search and seizure motions where the cases were ultimately dismissed. There, he was able to work as a certified law student and was lead counsel in four jury trials against experienced prosecutors and received both not guilty verdicts and hung jury verdicts.

After taking and passing the bar exam on the first attempt, he received his license to practice law and he was immediately hired by the public defender’s office. Here he was quickly promoted to the DUI unit and handled both misdemeanor and felony DUI’s. There he obtained invaluable jury trial experience where most cases ended with successful results. In the first year at the public defender’s office as an attorney, he received an award for first runner-up for the most overall dismissals, good trial verdicts and misdemeanor pleas in felony cases.

Former Police Officer and More

Along with his former police background and training, attorney Gonzales attended the Drug and Alcohol Recognition training (the same class police officers attended) and is able to use that to the benefit of his clients that are accused of DUI and being under the influence. Attorney Gonzales regularly attends seminars and training on how to defend DUIs and stays up to date with current Pharmacokinetics (the study of alcohol absorption and elimination).

Visit our Case Results Page to see how the Law Offices of Jonathan Gonzales has helped thousands of clients.

How Can We Help You?

If you have been charged with a crime in Sacramento, CA then you will greatly benefit from the legal assistance of trusted Sacramento criminal defense attorney from Law Offices of Jonathan Gonzales. Our firm has the skill and the experience that you need on your side in order to aggressively fight against the charges that have been made and the evidence brought in your case.

Attorney Gonzales has an element of experience that few other law firms can offer as an asset to their clients: police background. This allows our firm insight into the mind of a police officer, how probable cause is determined in the field, how evidence is gathered and used and many other facets. We will be able to put our collective knwoledge and experience to work for you if you choose to employ our skilled legal assistance.

Cases We Handle

Learn From Those He Has Represented

5 / 5 stars
My experience with Mr. Gonzalez has been, and continues to be, first rate. He is a tireless litigator and advocate. I was involved in a long-running criminal law matter, when Jonathan took over my case. Upon taking over my representation, a positive change was evident. First, he exudes a realistic confidence, and an ease of communication, which makes his client feel better. He is upfront, and his record backs him up. Jonathan will lay out the timeline for you – it can seem frustrating, and is something that you may not understand unless you experience it first-hand. This process is time consuming, but Jonathan will keep you informed. He works well with the Court personnel, for amenable scheduling. Jonathan’s investigative resources are sound, as his is knowledge of procedures and case law. He is also a top negotiator, as his track record attests. Before witnesses in Court, Jonathan’s questioning is accurate, pointed and focused on the endgame. He will lay out your case, while simultaneously revealing the weaknesses in the opposition’s testimony. Over time, Jonathan worked diligently, and secured, for me, an acceptable resolution – while eliminating all of the most serious charges – which was compatible with the true facts of the circumstances. This was done with an absolute minimal disruption to my life, reputation, and finances. Lastly, I also have experience with Mr. Gonzalez, in the areas of civil litigation, property damage, and personal injury. I’ll sum it all up to say, Jonathan Gonzalez is a relentless advocate for his clients. Put your trust in him, and he will protect your best interests with skill and vigor.

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Education:

  • POST certification 2001, Yuba College (Police Academy)
  • B.A., Political Science/Legal Studies, California State University at Chico
  • J.D. Lincoln Law School of Sacramento
  • Drug and Alcohol Recognition P.O.S.T Certificate

Memberships:

  • California Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • Sacramento County Bar Association
  • California DUI Lawyers Association
  • California Public Defenders Association
  • Battery On A Peace Officer

    Assault & Battery

  • DUI Of Prescription Medication

    DUI

  • In A Car Accident With Drugs In System

    DUI

  • Drug Paraphernalia And Possession Of Needles

    Drug Crimes

  • Two Counts of Misdemeanor Sexual Assault

    Sex Crimes

  • Possession of Drugs For Sale With Prior Record

    Drug Crimes

  • Multiple Assault Weapons Charges

    Violent Crimes

  • Sexual Assault, Battery and Providing Drugs to a Minor

    Sex Crimes

  • Weapon Possession

    Weapons Crime

  • Traffic Infraction

    Traffic Infraction

  • DUI

    DUI

  • Police Illegally Searched Client's Shed

    Theft Crimes

  • Charged With Check Fraud Two Years Later

    Theft Crimes

  • Felony Burglary With A Record

    Theft Crimes

  • Investigated For Two Felony Strike Cases

    Multiple Felonies

  • DUI With Prior Charge

    DUI

  • Child Endangerment

    DUI

  • Felony DUI Causing Injury

    DUI

  • Charged With Resisting & Obstructing

    Obstruction

  • Stopped For Driving Too Slow

    Suspended License

  • Felony Assault With A Deadly Weapon

    Assault & Battery

  • Embezzling From Employer

    White Collar Crimes

  • DUI- Invoked 6th Amendment

    DUI

  • DUI with Accident

    DUI

  • Felony DUI Causing Injury

    DUI

  • Terrorist Threats

    Felonies

  • Four Felonies Involving a Vehicle

    Multiple Felonies

  • Five Serious Felonies

    Multiple Felonies

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