Private Prosecution Attorney in Orange County, CA
Orange County is widely considered one of the most beautiful areas of California, and while the crime rate is lower than many other counties in the state, crime affects thousands of people each year. An experienced Orange County private prosecution lawyer at the Brewer Law Firm can help after you have been victimized by any crime. We solve problems for people, problems that law enforcement and prosecuting agencies either cannot, or will not, resolve for them.
In a modern world, that is becoming increasingly dangerous, law enforcement and prosecuting agencies are overstretched. In many places, law enforcement is intentionally pulling back on their services, not wanting to answer calls or investigate many cases. Law enforcement sees many cases as not meriting their strained resources, or detectives feel compelled to move on to new investigations, if they cannot solve crimes quickly.
We work with teams of the most experienced investigators and detectives to fill this void and provide justice to victims. We investigate crimes, solve them, and package them for law enforcement and prosecutors to file and prosecute. Then we follow these cases through the court system, to assist law enforcement and prosecutors in obtaining justice. We obtain justice and provide closure.
We also resolve cases for victims who cannot go to law enforcement for help, perhaps due to fear or embarrassment. Many victims of all types of crime experience deep personal effects from these incidents, and many have trouble speaking out and pursuing justice for what has been done to them. The Orange County private prosecution lawyers at the Brewer Law Firm provide this advocacy and unwavering support for every client we represent.
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Homicide Investigations
It is common knowledge that, if law enforcement does not get the evidence to solve a homicide within the first 48 hours, it will likely go unsolved. As time goes on, detectives get new homicides, pushing the unsolved homicide farther down the pile of their caseload.
According to the Public Policy Institute of California, homicides in California decreased by nearly 14% from 2022 to 2023, but the homicide rate for Orange County increased by about 9% that same year. “Homicide” is a blanket term that can define any type of killing of another person, but whether there was any premeditation and/or intent will dictate the type of homicide charge applied to the person who committed the fatal act.
Our team of experienced homicide prosecutors and detectives can use our unmatched resources to solve previously unsolved homicides. We have handled cases where victims had seemingly disappeared into thin air. We have also investigated cases initially ruled to be suicide, to find out what really happened, and give the victim’s family closure.
Stalking And Criminal Threats
Stalking cases are usually comprised of a long series of seemingly small events, over a long period of time, in multiple jurisdictions. There may be a vandalism in one jurisdiction, a show-up at the victim’s work in another, and a threat or other incidents in other jurisdictions. Law enforcement detectives in any of the jurisdictions may be unwilling to take the lead and put the case together, due to their small part of it.
Mike Brewer and Rhonda Saunders were prosecutors with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Stalking and Threat Assessment Team, which prosecuted stalkers of celebrities and public officials. They have extensive experience in both the law and prosecution of such cases.
We take the various incidents and put them together into a case that we investigate and document. We intervene with the stalker using our security resources, if necessary. Then we present these cases to law enforcement and prosecuting agencies in the appropriate jurisdiction for filing, and follow them through the courts. We can even set up relocation and a private witness protection for victims who need relief from a persistent stalker or threat.
We successfully resolved one case where our victim was stalked by a mentally ill, drug-addled former boyfriend for over 20 years. The perpetrator had followed our victim, harassed her family members, showed up at her office, and threatened her with a gun, in multiple cities. We put a case together in a matter of weeks. got criminal charges filed, the defendant convicted, and a 10-year protective order for our victim. The defendant was forced to undergo mental health treatment, and the stalking ended.
Workplace Violence
Threats of workplace violence may not be resolved by law enforcement, especially if the incidents are ongoing. Law enforcement may not expend the resources to locate and stop the perpetrator, or provide protection for the business. We have seen multiple cases where the victim business is told to call 911 when the perpetrator shows up.
Our team has vast experience in dealing with workplace violence, prosecuting the perpetrators, and restoring the victims to a place of safety. We can provide security, locate perpetrators, obtain arrest and prosecution, and stop the threat.
Fraud
Victims often fail to obtain justice in fraud cases, where the cases are complicated and the amount of loss is not enough to get prosecuted. Law enforcement agencies do not want to take these cases, which require a great deal of work.
Our experienced fraud prosecutors and detectives can take the time to investigate and put these cases together for filing. Then we determine the appropriate jurisdiction, and present the case to the law enforcement agency and prosecutor’s office, “wrapped up with a bow.”
Extortion And Blackmail
Victims often get blackmailed through the use of embarrassing material, such as extra-marital affairs or other things that the victim does not want to come to light. As a result, these victims do not want to go to law enforcement, which would reveal their secret, possibly to their loved ones, and cause the very damage that they fear.
It is important to remember that if you are being blackmailed, you may not want your secrets revealed, but blackmail is a crime in California. Legally, blackmail is defined as extortion, so if someone is using private information against you to extort money, favors, or specific behaviors, we can help you bring them to justice as discreetly as possible.
We have extracted multiple victims from the clutches of their blackmailers. Our team of experienced prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and military veterans develop tactics and strategy to solve each unique case.
Kidnapping And Missing Persons
Law enforcement typically puts a great deal of effort and resources into kidnapping and missing persons cases. These cases may exceed even their ability and resources, however, especially as the cases drag on and their caseloads of newer cases overtake them.
We have used the vast resources of our experienced investigators and their vast network of contacts to locate kidnapped and missing persons, and developed plans to recover them. That includes foreign countries, where victim families otherwise have to rely on the U.S. government. We have, for example, located and recovered a kidnapped child in a foreign country, to which the non-custodial parent had taken the child. We leave no stone unturned.
Customized Legal Solutions For Orange County Clients
Private prosecution is widely misunderstood, and while private prosecution is not directly allowed by California law, it is a viable option for certain types of cases. Experience and resources are crucial when you are determining whether to hire an Orange County private prosecution lawyer to assist you.
Many people do not investigate private prosecution because of the cost and time commitment this requires, and many attorneys offering private prosecution do not actually possess the robust resources required to deliver solid results to their clients. The Brewer Law Firm coordinates with a wide network of experts across various disciplines, including legal professionals in many jurisdictions, scientific and forensic experts, and more.
Our firm carefully evaluates a case to determine the scope of our client’s needs and develops a completely tailored strategy aimed at delivering the results they need to see. We also provide legal counsel for victims’ rights, helping them pursue restitution and ensuring their voices are heard by the court when the defendant who harmed them finally faces prosecution.
Find Your Orange County Private Prosecution Lawyer
The team at The Brewer Law Firm can meet with you to listen to your story and learn as much as we can about your experience. If you have evidence you can provide to our team, it can create a launching point for our investigation. We provide individualized strategies to every client, taking time to identify their greatest opportunities and challenges and arranging a team of experts tailored to each specific case.
Private prosecution is only viable in certain types of cases in California. While a private individual cannot file criminal charges in California, it is possible for an Orange County private prosecution lawyer to work on behalf of a victim when a public prosecutor is unwilling to pursue a criminal case or if the victim believes the public prosecutor is not taking their situation seriously.
The attorneys at The Brewer Law Firm are ready to fight on your behalf. We not only help our clients compile cases to present to the court, but we can also provide legal advocacy in seeking restitution for their damages. Our firm also provides criminal defense counsel to individuals who have been wrongfully accused of crimes they did not commit. Reach out to The Brewer Law Firm today to learn how an Orange County private prosecution lawyer can help you.
FAQs
Q: What Does an Orange County Private Prosecution Lawyer Do?
A: An Orange County private prosecution lawyer investigates and builds a case on behalf of a victim when the police have failed or refused to investigate and bring charges. While private prosecution is only legal in certain situations in California, it is possible to privately investigate a case, compile solid evidence, and deliver this packet to law enforcement to show them there is indeed a case to be prosecuted. At this point, law enforcement is typically encouraged to act.
Q: What Is the Difference Between a Public Defender and a Private Criminal Defense Lawyer?
A: The main difference between a public defender and a private criminal defense lawyer is that a public defender is appointed by the court to defend an individual who is unable or unwilling to hire private defense counsel. Defendants do not pay attorneys’ fees to public defenders. A private criminal defense lawyer is hired directly by the defendant and charges ongoing attorneys’ fees as the case unfolds.
Q: What Is the Difference Between a Private Prosecution Lawyer and a Private Investigator?
A: The main difference between a private prosecution lawyer and a private investigator is that a private prosecution lawyer helps their client compile a criminal case to be presented to the court, whereas a private investigator usually works as a detective for personal matters and non-criminal issues. For example, an individual may hire a private investigator to discover if their spouse is having an extramarital affair.
Q: Why Should I Hire an Orange County Private Prosecution Lawyer?
A: You should hire an Orange County private prosecution lawyer if you believe that the criminal justice system has failed to take appropriate action against someone who has harmed you or your family through a criminal act. Unfortunately, many victims in Orange County and surrounding areas of California feel overlooked and forgotten, and an Orange County private prosecution lawyer can help these individuals pursue justice and accountability.
The attorneys at The Brewer Law Firm have decades of experience handling all types of private prosecution cases for clients in Orange County. We can leverage this experience on your behalf, assembling a team of various experts who can investigate the details of the crime you experienced and help you pursue the justice you and your family deserve. Contact our team today and schedule a consultation with an Orange County private prosecution lawyer.
