Orange County Criminal Attorney Blog

Potential Consequences of a California Restraining Order

by admin | May 24, 2021

If you have an Orange County restraining order placed against you, it’s important to contact a California restraining order defense attorney immediately. A California restraining order can lead to a range of potential...

3 Reasons to Hire a Juvenile Dependency Attorney in Orange County

by admin | Mar 31, 2021

There are a range of circumstances in which you may find yourself needing to hire a juvenile dependency attorney in Orange County. At Maltaise Cini Law, we assist parents, with juvenile dependency proceedings. Juvenile...

How the COVID Vaccine Could Impact Domestic Violence in Orange County

by admin | Feb 10, 2021

It isn’t an obvious connection – but the expansion of availability of the COVID vaccine could potentially lower rates of domestic violence in Orange County and other areas. As prior studies have shown, domestic violence rates...

What To Do If You Get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Against You in Orange County

by admin | Sep 30, 2020

Domestic violence charges have risen in Orange County in recent months. Soon after the COVID-19 outbreak occurred calls to domestic violence hotlines rose. Family and domestic disputes have risen as a result of a range of...

5 Benefits of Hiring a Domestic Violence Lawyer in Orange County

by admin | Aug 18, 2020

1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience physical violence by their intimate partner at some point in their lifetime. But not every domestic violence charge that is filed is accurate. Some people do find themselves facing...

Domestic Violence Rising in Orange County Post COVID-19

by admin | Aug 12, 2020

The world has been suffering through the coronavirus pandemic for months now, but for many, there’s a big issue rearing its head close to home. With so many more people remaining at home because of social distancing and...

Santa Ana Police Looking for Woman in Hit and Run.

by admin | Apr 22, 2020

Being charged with a hit and run with injuries can lead to a felony conviction. Santa Ana Police are searching for a driver who they say is guilty of a hit and run. Witnesses say the female driver ran a red light, striking...

Possessing Drugs For Sales

by admin | Mar 29, 2020

In California the Health and Safety Code makes it a felony to possess any drugs for sales. If Possessing drugs for sales can result in a jail sentence and unlike a straight possession charge an individual is not eligible for a...

How Do I Get A Witness To Testify?

by admin | Mar 8, 2020

One question I am often asked is “how do I bring a witness to court”? There are two ways to have a witness testify. If the witness is a friendly witness, such as a relative, friend or neighbor you could ask the person to...

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PRACTICE AREAS

Domestic Violence

Being charged with domestic violence in Orange County can be intimidating. Maltaise Cini will explain your rights and defend you.

DUI/DMW Hearings

There are potentially serious charges for DUI in Orange County. You need legal advice and representation immediately to protect your rights.

Fraud

If you are charged with Fraud in Orange County or concerned about a potential charge, you need legal representation as quickly as possible.

Juvenile Dependency/CPS

Juvenile dependency or CPS cases are unique and involve the custody of your children. You likely need legal representation.

Theft

If you are charged with theft in Orange County it is a serious crime and you need the advice of an attorney to keep you out of jail.

Drug Crimes

California has strict laws and often harsh sentences for drug crimes in Orange County. An experienced attorney can protect your freedom.

Expungement Attorney

Maltaise Cini has helped many clients obtain criminal record expungements so they can restore their reputation and get employment.

Juvenile Crimes

If your child is charged with a crime as a juvenile in Orange County there are serious potential consequences. Maltaise Cini will defend your child.

Murder

Being charged with murder in Orange County is very serious. Your freedom is at stake, and you should hire legal representation immediately.

Probation Violations

If you have a probation violation in Orange County you need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of prison.

Restraining Orders

If you have had a restraining order issued against you, Maltaise Cini can represent you and protect your reputation.

Violent Crimes

If you are charged with a violent crime in Orange County, you need legal representation. Potential sentences can be severe.

AN ORANGE COUNTY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY WHO WILL FIGHT FOR YOU

If you’re facing a DUI, domestic violence, theft, drug possession, assault or other serious criminal charge, finding the best Orange County criminal defense attorney to help you fight those charges and protect your rights is critical – in fact, your freedom may depend on it

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Maltaise Cini

Maltaise Cini has been defending clients against criminal charges for more than 20 years. As a former public defender, Ms. Cini understands the intricacies of the law and the significant hurdles her clients often face when defending themselves, and she also knows there is no definitive path toward the best possible defense. She works tirelessly for her clients, providing counsel and representation that benefit from her years as a public defender and successful Orange County criminal defense lawyer. Her skills and dedication have earned her multiple awards, including OC Metro’s “Top Criminal Attorney” in 2013 and 2014, the National Trial Lawyers Association “Top 100 Trial Attorneys” award in 2014 and 2015, and the Avvo Client Choice Award in 2015 and 2019.

SATISFIED CLIENT STORIES

I would highly recommend this lawyer.

She is professional, respectful and very good at her job. She helped my family during a very hard time, and I can honestly say she went above and beyond her job. She has helped us in areas that were not required.

She treated me like I was her most important client.

I was charged with a DUI. I was very scared and intimidated by the entire court process. Ms. Cini, treated me like I was her only client. She walked me through the entire process.

The best criminal defense attorney

Mrs. Maltaise Cini is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. Finding her is a true blessing. She is extremely insightful, intelligent and trustworthy throughout the whole process of my case.

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