Orange County’s trusted criminal defense attorney.
Orange County’s trusted criminal defense attorney.
Facing criminal charges?
Not Guilty Law helps people accused of crimes. A criminal accusation can turn your life upside down. We understand what's at stake, how stressful and uncertain it feels, and we're here to help.
Attorney Nate brings 15 years of experience defending misdemeanor and felony cases, including:
DUI
Domestic Violence
Theft
Drug Possession
Expungement
Our founder, Attorney Nate Gjesdal, has successfully dismissed thousands of charges across Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles counties.
We understand that your freedom and future is at stake. Not Guilty Law is here to help you enter a Not Guilty plea.
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A message from our founder, Nate Gjesdal
01 — Direct Access to Nate
Work directly with Attorney Nate Gjesdal — not a call center, case manager, or junior handoff.
02 — CleaR, Personal Strategy
Understand your options, risks, court process, and next steps from the beginning.
03 — Focused on Your Future
Protect your freedom, record, license, career, family, and reputation.
Our Legal Services
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate the legal process alone. At Not Guilty Law, we provide personalized criminal defense representation throughout Orange County, California, helping clients understand their rights, explore their options, and make informed decisions about their future.
We represent clients in all types of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, including DUI, domestic violence, theft, drug crimes, probation violations, and outstanding warrants. We also assist with restraining orders, expungements, and early probation termination.
Learn about the common charges below and contact us for a free and private consultation to discuss your case and learn how we can help.
Explore How We Can Help
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DUI
You have only 10 days from the date of your arrest to request an administrative per se hearing and avoid automatic license suspension. Act promptly to preserve your driving privileges.
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Domestic violence can result in major implications, like the loss of gun rights, the loss of professional licenses, and have a significant impact on child custody.
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THEFT
The value of stolen property often determines the severity of theft charges. Being aware of the thresholds can differentiate misdemeanor from felony charges.
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DUI
You have only 10 days from the date of your arrest to request an administrative per se hearing and avoid automatic license suspension. Act promptly to preserve your driving privileges.
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Domestic Violence
Domestic violence can result in major implications, like the loss of gun rights, the loss of professional licenses, and have a significant impact on child custody.
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Theft
The value of stolen property often determines the severity of theft charges. Being aware of the thresholds can differentiate misdemeanor from felony charges.