Atty. Charles Joseph Murphy

Atty. Charles Joseph Murphy

Charles Joseph Murphy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law. Charles has been licensed for 40 years.

Salinas Salinas 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (831) 788-6008 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charles Joseph Murphy at a glance

Charles Joseph Murphy is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, and expungement attorney based in Salinas, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in California (1986). Educated at Monterey College of Law (JD, 1986). Serands clients in Salinas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Charles Joseph Murphy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles has been licensed for 40 years
  • Charles practices in Salinas, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Joseph Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Joseph Murphy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Expungement & Sealing

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salinas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Charles Joseph Murphy's law office located?
Charles Joseph Murphy's law practice is located in Salinas, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Joseph Murphy handle?
Charles Joseph Murphy focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Joseph Murphy practiced law?
Charles Joseph Murphy has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Charles Joseph Murphy go to law school?
Charles Joseph Murphy earned their education at (JD, 1986).
How can I contact Charles Joseph Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Monterey College of Law
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986

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