Sacramento Criminal Defense Attorney
embezzlement, solicitation or any other felony or misdemeanor,
David Knoll fights for the best possible resolution
of the charges filed against you.
DUI Attorney
DUI is a common criminal offense in Sacramento. Being pulled over for DUI and having to answer a barrage of questions asked by the police can be a truly frightening experience. If you agree to perform the requested sobriety tests, you might find yourself sitting in the back of a police car on your way to jail. What should you do if you are arrested for DUI?
Felonies
Felonies are crimes that cover a wide range of serious criminal offenses, including identity theft, grand theft auto, tax fraud, embezzlement, assault, robbery, weapons charges and more. Felony sentences range from more than a year to life imprisonment. Our criminal defense attorney in Sacramento, will work to get your felony charges dismissed or reduced.
Misdemeanors
Misdemeanors include simple assault, drug violations, solicitation, vandalism, shoplifting, public drunkenness, and petty theft. If convicted of a misdemeanor, the sentence could mean a fine and/or jail time of up to one year in the county jail. Don’t leave your freedom to chance, contact a Sacramento criminal attorney who will protect your rights during misdemeanor proceedings.
Expungements
Once convicted of a crime, it is possible to have your arrest records erased with an expungement. If you are convicted of a criminal offense, it becomes part of a permanent record seen by potential employers, schools, banking institutions, or by any agency requesting a background check. Criminal defense lawyer, David Knoll works tirelessly to get records expunged whenever possible.
Our Criminal Defense Attorneys Will Protect Your Freedom
Lead attorney, David Knoll has over 20 years experience in obtaining the best possible outcome for his clients. As criminal defense attorneys, we understand that our work can be the difference between your freedom or time spent in jail. Therefore we work tirelessly, looking at every aspect of your case, to ensure we prepare the best possible defense.
Criminal Defense Practice Areas
Contact A Criminal Defense Attorney in Sacramento Today
Call the Law Offices of David Knoll at (916) 447-5297 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your particular case.
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Mr. Knoll and his law clerks are the absolute best. Mr. Knoll will fight for you and the best possible outcome. He won’t sugar coat your situation or blow smoke and will tell you exactly how he sees it. He knows when to be aggressive in the court room and when to back off. As a former veteran, Mr. Knoll is of the highest integrity and honor. He will defend his fellow veterans with the utmost passion and vigor. He is always on your side and will not hesitate to take on a DA. Mr. Knoll’s law clerks are easy to work with and if they don’t have an answer for you, they will get you one straight away. They will be fantastic lawyers themselves one day. I would not hesitate to higher Mr. Knoll and his staff again should the need arise. I was looking at a serious felony charge with serious jail time and Mr. Knoll was able to negotiate diversion and probation. As a former veteran myself I would not hesitate to give Mr. Knoll my highest recommendation.
Mr. Knoll and his law clerks are the absolute best. Mr. Knoll will fight for you and the best possible outcome. He won't sugar coat your situation or blow...
David Knoll is a cool and awesome lawyer to be with and he helped my court case like a piece of cake. He knew my situation and was able to help me resolve the court case with ease. I recommend him as your private attorney if you ever need one in Sacramento and he's worth it. Thank you, Mr. Knoll!
Mr. Knoll is who you want to represent you. His presence was felt in the court room every time. He was very determined in getting my charge dropped, and with his knowledge and hard work he managed to get my charge dismissed completely. Truly worth the money. Thank you David for all of your help. My family and I are very grateful.
Mr. Knoll is beyond unbelievable. This man will most definitely fight for you. I had such a hurdle to overcome and Mr. Knoll obtains the best possible outcome. Due to this man’s work ethic and dedication, I was able to continue to be with my loving family. If you need a miracle or just a hard working and experienced lawyer, then you need to contact Mr. Knoll.
This man is heaven sent! Although my comment is long pasted over due I just wanted to say thank you for what you did for me those years ago. You were very friendly and knowledgeable. I was only in my 20's still learning to navigate life and you gave me the second chance I needed to stay on track!!!!
David Knoll and his Associates are incredible. I hired David to help me with a DUI case. They are professional, knowledgeable, and calming while helping me navigate my case. I received the best possible outcome to which could have had a devastating ending. I am forever grateful to David and the service he provided for me. I would highly recommend David and his team.
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David Knoll is very knowledgeable about the court system. He understands and care for all different circumstances. Before I hired David he promise me he will be the best lawyer I will ever hire and he is not wrong. David went above and beyond anything I can imagine. Thank you so much David knoll
Hands down the best attorney I’ve had. If you want an attorney who is really going to work for your freedom David is your guy. I was having a hard time with my felony dui looking at prison time and David got me 90 days in jail and 90 back home with my family. Thank you again so much for helping my family through a difficult time.
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This man is the truth. Getting a hold of him is never a problem. Returns calls when you leave a message promptly. Dots his I’s and crosses his T’s. Never felt like I wasn’t going to be well represented. If anyone needs great and sound legal representation…this man is your guy. Please believe.
David is the best lawyer hands down. We were so scared and worried and David got us the best deal possible. He got my bf charge down to a misdemeanor and...
David is the best lawyer hands down. We were so scared and worried and David got us the best deal possible. He got my bf charge down to a misdemeanor and...
David and Christy are super respectful, committed, unlike any other “lawyer” I’ve ever worked with before. They actually help you, not just take ur $ and run. Even on some felony 10/10⭐️
I could not speak more Highly of Dave Knoll if you find yourself needing a Highly knowledgeable criminal defense attorney Dave Knoll is your man !! Dave’s is kind and very personable highly respected and professional, when I needed a friend on my side to help me through my Legal issues Mr.KnollWas that man! Dave. Knoll negotiated the best possible deal for my situation, I could not be happier with the quality representation I received Thank you Dave , I very grateful and appreciative of your support and Professionalism!!
Lawyer David was very helpful and explained everything in detail. He managed to get a better deal for my case.
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Attorney Knoll from the start puts his client’s interest first and backs it up with hard work and superior legal expertise. It was clear in court that the Judges and DAs respect him which leads to better outcomes for his clients. Highly recommended
Got me a dismissal on a serious misdemeanor. Christine was fearless in getting the dismissal thank you both
David knoll got my case dismissed , was very approachable and easy to work with, thank you so much!
I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the outstanding legal representation provided by David A. Knoll in my recent DUI case. From the moment David A. Knoll started to work on my case, I knew I was in capable hands, and the positive outcome of my case is a testament to their expertise and dedication.David A. Knoll was able to win my case before my court date and they was able to dismiss my DUI case.One of the qualities that truly stood out was David A. Knoll 's dedication to my case. They were always available to address my concerns, answer my questions, and provide guidance.David's dedication, professionalism, and exceptional legal skills turned a potentially life-altering situation into a positive outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend David A. Knoll to anyone in need of a skilled and committed defense attorney. They are truly a legal advocate of the highest caliber. Thank you, David A. Knoll, for your unwavering support throughout this process.
Dave Knoll is the man!!! He answered the phone on a Sunday afternoon and showed up to court on Monday. He is very professional and got the best outcome for my dui charge.
Let me start by sayin David Knoll is a rockstar! He truly worked miracles for me and was affordable w a flat fee! I have never been in trouble before this, but I was arrested for a DUI (BAC .14) and Felony Child Endangerment. (Just to give ya an idea of how bad that is..my bail was $100,000.00). Mr Knoll’s office was the first place I called and I couldn’t be happier. They ALWAYS responded to my emails (my preferred way of contact) and were consistently telling and encouraging me not to worry and stay strong bc they had my back. Of course Me, having nerves of Jello, I only half believed em and the Google Searches I did on my type of charges had me convinced of every worst case scenario! (I don’t recommend goin down the Google Rabbit Hole) Come the day of my court hearing, he got not only my felony completely Dropped but also the entire child endangerment aspect! I was only charged w the DUI but I did No jail time (which the DA wanted), I have to do the DUI school of course but got the minimum of 3mos, I need a breathalyzer thingy for my car, and I’m on 3years informal probation (so no reporting and no restrictions). I absolutely could not of done this w out the office of David Knoll! Had I been on my own, I’d 100% be doing jail time and have a felony on my record, so THANK YOU SIR and to ur amazing and kind assistants for everything y’all did to help me! I very much recommend Mr David Knoll for anyone needing help w any kinda DUIs! So much gratitude and appreciation, Sky
We are Extremely grateful & satisfied with attorney David Knoll. Very efficient & got the job done, by far the best. 1000% recommended.
I got to say that I’m very amazed and pleased to chosen attorney David Knox, as my first time in this situation ans I was so lost and scared that he help me relax and he took over that I didn’t had to worry about a thing…Mr. Knoll did an amazing job, helping me out with my DUI Dismissed and we won DMV hearing. Attorney presented “Rising Blood Alcohol Defense” with expert report and plea was to “wet reckless”. No jail, no work project, no alcohol class , no ignition interlock device, and my license wasn’t suspended. I truly truly recommend anyone to hire Mr. Knoll 💯 once again thank you so much for everything you have done for me 👏🏼👏🏼🥰
I have needed services from attorneys in the past and my experiences have been nothing short of a nightmare. Terrible service, phone calls weren't being returned, I felt like there was no real interest in the outcome of the case and I was a bother, even after I paid. Thank God for Mr. Knoll. It feels like we really have someone on our side this time. The outcome looks promising. David personally calls and keeps us updated on the case. Thank you David for all your hard work and effort you put in!
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David Knoll did an amazing job for me in court. We have been scared for months not knowing what would happen. Mr. Knoll is kind, knows the law, and made us feel much better about my case when it was pending. I highly recommend hiring Mr. Knoll because he takes care of business and knows how to act on it. We were extremely pleased with the results and it was worth every dollar!
What a fantastic lawyer a great man and honest person and most importantly He knows what he is doing.
David completely saved my future. He knows exactly what he is doing and knows exactly what he is talking about. He was confidence inspiring and handled business in a real way. All charges dropped. Way to go David! I will forever refer him to anybody in need.
Christy, Hallie, and David could not have been more helpful ! It was mid 2022 in the midst of the covid pandemic. I was dealing with a cross county move, a job re-location and unforeseen legal proceedings. I was beyond stressed out and they helped put my worries at ease. I wouldn't hesitate to use their services again if need be.
David & Christy are hands down the best lawyers available. I contacted them on behalf of my sister who's international and had multiple open cases. After being told by many lawyers there's nothing they can do, this case is to complicated or its going to be very costly, David & Christy took the case and gave us hope. They are extremely intelligent, compassionate, kept us updated throughout the process and got all cases dismissed!!! If anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney at a great price, then this it!!!
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Criminal Law Advice From Attorney David Knoll
Scenario: You have been approached by police “let me ask you a few questions”. Now what?
First of all, you should exercise you right to remain silent.
Say to the Police: “I WILL ONLY SPEAK TO MY ATTORNEY, DAVID KNOLL, AND WILL REMAIN SILENT UNTIL HE IS PRESENT”.
Please remember the stories of all of innocent people in prison doing incredibly long sentences. It could be you! Those innocent folks spoke to the Police, just like the Police want you to speak to them.
Innocent people DO need to worry!
We have all been taught since grade school that the Police are your friend and if bad things happen you should seek their help. What is not taught is that we live in an adversarial legal system where it is the Police’s job to gather evidence against you to give to the district attorney. The attorney will then try to use this evidence against you, to send you to jail or prison.
David Knoll, a leading Sacramento criminal defense lawyer, has been reading police reports for over twenty years. His clients are always amazed how the things they said to the police, which would have helped their case, are not included in the official police report.
People often think the Police are like their Dad. Tough but fair. This is not the case. If the Police think of you as a suspect, then they are trying to convict you. Believe it. If you answer a question as “maybe,” they might write it down as “yes.” How can you disprove what the Officer wrote down? You can’t.
The Police understand that they cannot question you if you forcefully assert your right to have and criminal defense attorney present when they are questioning you.
Weirdly, they will respect you for it because that is exactly what the Police do when they shoot someone on the job. They ask to speak to their lawyer, just like you should ask to speak to theirs.
Scanario: The police say ’you will not be arrested’:
Another favorite tactic the police use to get you to talk, when you shouldn’t, is to say that you will not be arrested. That is true right up to the point where you might incriminate yourself and then they will arrest you.
Do you really think there is a law that says “the policeman said I wasn’t going to get arrested, so I can’t be arrested?” Would you trade a night or three in jail for the possibility of the rest of your life in prison? The answer is no. They can arrest you and they will arrest you, if you incriminate yourself.
In the beginning the police officer is supposedly only finding out what is going on and therefore does NOT have to read you your rights. Don’t believe it. If he is talking to you, you are a suspect and risk going to prison even if you did nothing illegal.
It is only after you have already incriminated yourself and he arrests you that he must read you your rights. This means when he arrives on the scene and says what happened – no rights need to be read. Once you say, “ I stabbed the guy, but he had it coming,” the officer has enough information to arrest you and then they will read you your rights. By then it is too late as you have already incriminated yourself.
Instead you should say, “I understand how serious this might be so I want to talk to a Sacramento criminal attorney, and I will not answer any questions until my attorney is present.”
Does this make you look guilty? WHO CARES! Being questioned by the Police is not a popularity contest; it is a fight for your rights. If the Police are questioning you, they already think you did something bad and are just looking for a way to prove it.
Scenario: You have been arrested; now what?
When the Police tell you to just repeat it because you have already told me everything, what they mean is “I can not use that in court so please repeat it so it can be used against you.” Tell them “I WANT TO REMAIN SILENT AND NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS. I WANT TO SPEAK TO MY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY, DAVID KNOLL IMMEDIATELY.”
It is better to be in jail for a few days than risk being in jail for the rest of your life. So use that right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present. Rights only work if you use them at the start.