Orange County criminal defense
Facing a criminal charge in Orange County?
Start with a clear next step.
Help with DUI, domestic violence or assault, drug, and white-collar charges, explained in plain language. Non-urgent matters start with a free 30-minute consultation. If it's urgent, call for a fast attorney callback.
Criminal defense is led by Saif H. Rahman, who the firm notes has more than 20 years of experience, including nearly a decade as an Orange County Deputy Public Defender.
Experience behind JOS Criminal Law
- years in criminal defense
- 20+
- Saif H. Rahman
- years as an Orange County Deputy Public Defender
- Nearly 10
- Saif H. Rahman
- free consultation for non-urgent matters
- 30 min
- Urgent matters: fast attorney callback
- California office
- Orange
- Serving central Orange County
Experience as described by JOS Criminal Law. Every case is different. Past experience does not guarantee any outcome.
The first conversation
What reaching out actually looks like.
Calling a lawyer under pressure is hard. The first conversation is meant to be practical and human: you talk, we listen, and you leave understanding what comes next.
Listen
We start with you: the facts, what you have been told, and what is at risk, before any strategy is chosen.
Read the room
Courtroom familiarity and professional relationships inform an honest assessment of where things stand.
Find leverage
We look for the practical path toward the strongest available defense strategy or resolution.
Stay personal
Each next decision is explained in plain language, and you stay connected to the process.
Every case is different. Past experience does not guarantee any outcome.
Practice areas
Four kinds of cases. One clear place to start.
Find the situation closest to yours. Each one starts the same way: a private conversation about the facts and what is at risk.
01 · DUI defense
DUI defense in Orange County
Arrested for DUI, felony DUI, or a repeat DUI?
- DUI
- Felony DUI
- Repeat DUI
A DUI arrest, especially a felony or repeat DUI allegation, can leave you with more questions than answers. You can start with a private conversation about the facts and what is at risk, and leave knowing the next step.
- Tell us what happened, in your own words.
- Hear where things stand, explained plainly.
- Get an honest read, with no promises about outcomes.
02 · Domestic violence & assault
Domestic violence and assault defense
Accused of domestic violence, assault, battery, or causing great bodily injury?
- Domestic violence
- Assault & battery
- GBI allegations
These accusations can feel overwhelming and deeply personal. You will be treated as a person, not a file number. We listen first, explain the process in plain language, and help you choose a clear next step.
- Personal attention from the first conversation.
- Plain answers about what the charge means.
- A calm, clear next step, not a predicted result.
03 · Drug charges & trafficking
Drug charges and trafficking defense
Facing a drug possession charge or a trafficking allegation?
- Drug possession
- Trafficking allegations
Whether the charge is possession or a trafficking allegation, the details matter. Tell us briefly what happened. We will walk you through what the charge means and what decisions come next.
- Describe your situation privately, at your pace.
- Understand the charge in plain language.
- Know which decisions are coming and when.
04 · White-collar & financial crime
White-collar and financial crime defense
Under investigation or charged with fraud, embezzlement, or another financial crime?
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Financial-crime investigations
When your reputation and livelihood feel on the line, measured counsel matters. These matters are often complex and document-heavy. We take the time to understand the facts, the investigation, and the room you are walking into.
- Careful attention to the record and the investigation.
- Discretion around your reputation and work.
- Measured advice on the next decision in front of you.
Who leads your defense
Saif H. Rahman
Saif H. Rahman leads criminal defense for JOS Criminal Law. According to the firm, he spent nearly a decade as a Deputy Public Defender in Orange County and is known for a practical approach, courtroom experience, and finding workable paths in difficult cases.
- Criminal defense
- More than 20 years defending individuals throughout Southern California
- Public defense
- Nearly a decade as an Orange County Deputy Public Defender
- Education
- USC Gould School of Law
- Approach
- Practical, personal, and explained in plain language
Experience as described by JOS Criminal Law. Every case is different. Past experience does not guarantee any outcome.
Service area
Central Orange County, from our office in Orange.
JOS Criminal Law is based in Orange and works with people facing criminal charges across central Orange County, including Newport Beach, Irvine, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Fullerton, and Huntington Beach.
- Fullerton
- Anaheim
- OrangeOffice
- Santa Ana
- Huntington Beach
- Irvine
- Newport Beach
Questions
Before you reach out.
Plain answers to what people usually ask first. These are general answers, not legal advice.
What happens after I submit the form?
Your request goes to the JOS Criminal Law intake team. Someone will contact you at the phone number or email you provided to talk about your situation and arrange a time to speak.
What if my situation is urgent?
Call (949) 883-6001. Urgent matters are positioned for a fast attorney callback. If you use the form instead, mention in the description that the matter is urgent.
What does the free consultation include?
For non-urgent criminal matters, the first consultation is free and lasts 30 minutes. It is a chance to explain what happened, ask questions, and understand your options and next steps in plain language.
Does contacting you make you my lawyer?
No. Submitting the form or calling does not create an attorney-client relationship or guarantee representation. Share only what you are comfortable sharing in the form; you can go into detail during the consultation.
Which areas do you serve?
The office is in Orange, California. JOS Criminal Law works with people throughout central Orange County, including Orange, Newport Beach, Irvine, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Fullerton, and Huntington Beach.
Can you guarantee a result?
No. Every case is different, and past experience does not guarantee any outcome. What you can expect is a clear explanation of where things stand and what each next decision means.
Orange County, California
The next conversation can start here.
Tell us a little about what is happening. We will help you understand where things stand and what comes next.
- Free 30-minute consultation for non-urgent matters
- Fast attorney callback when the matter is urgent
- Plain-language answers, with no outcome promises
