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Flat-Rate Criminal Defense Lawyer

Serving Residents in Orange County and Riverside

For many, finding out how much a criminal defense lawyer should cost will allow them to make several important decisions. Those arrested often incur a variety of expenses as a result of their legal trouble before they reach the courtroom. By the time their court date approaches, panic sets in and defendants are forced to make a difficult choice: Will they use the services of a court-assigned public defender, hire an attorney, represent themselves, or ignore the process altogether?

Make no mistake, those facing charges do have options, but with limited funds and little direction, it can be easy to make a choice that is not in your best interest that ends up costing you a lot of money. Although no set amount or average can be used to calculate the exact amount a person should pay for defense services, certain scenarios will regularly result in an increase or decrease in total costs during the duration of any case.

If you have been arrested or charged for a minor or serious offense in Orange County, you need representation from a firm that provides aggressive representation and has a history of success. At the Law Offices of Randy Collins, we provide all of our clients with top-notch legal assistance, many times doing so with up-front fees. With over 45 years of combined experience, we know what you and your case need to be effective, and we provide our low-income clients with all of the benefits that we afford others.

Contact us at (844) 285-9559 today.

What Is a Flat-Rate Criminal Defense Lawyer?

A flat-rate criminal defense attorney is one who offers the assistance you need for one rate. Often, lawyers will charge their clients for phone calls or going to trial. At our firm, all of these charges are incorporated into a total fee for service.

Not everyone is eligible to receive this option, but many people are. This system allows those with a limited amount of money to know exactly how much they will be spending and pay that amount in one sum once they have decided to retain.

The Law Offices of Randy Collins decided to offer certain people this opportunity to level the playing field for lower-income families. In the past, many offenders were turned away due to a lack of funds. As a result of our high level of success providing legal assistance to upper-class citizens, we are in a position to offer our services in special ways to those who qualify.

Who Qualifies?

Several different circumstances can qualify someone for a flat fee. Whether or not you are eligible, you will still be offered a free professional case evaluation to help get you on the right track.

If you have been charged or arrested for any of the following, you have a good chance of obtaining representation from one of our flat-rate criminal defense attorneys:

DUI/DWI
Domestic violence
Burglary
Drug offenses
Sex crimes
Offenses committed by juveniles

To find out whether you qualify, call (844) 285-9559 or fill out our contact form.

Attorney Cost Calculator

As previously stated, calculating the exact amount that lawyers should charge you for representation isn’t possible. This is for several reasons. For one, some criminal defense clients require a lot more attention than others. This does not mean that every attorney is favoring some clients over others and that some are receiving better representation than others, but that some defendant’s cases require more attention to be successful.

For example, if Bob came to our office and told us that he was arrested for murder and just posted bond, we would have to let Bob know that our services are probably going to cost a lot. Now, some people would think that the person in my example is being charged more because it is murder, and that an attorney will charge more because Bob has more of a reason to hire an attorney, but this is not usually correct.

Bob’s legal services would likely cost him an arm and a leg because his case has a high probability of going to trial, which increases a lawyer’s costs exponentially.

There are a lot of situations that can increase the costs of any given case.

If your situation falls under any of the following, your legal services may cost you more:

You Refuse to Accept a Guilty Plea

If you refuse to accept a guilty plea under any circumstance, there are a number of situations in which the price of your legal services could skyrocket. By refusing to plead guilty, you are refusing to accept a plea bargain. A plea bargain allows those who feel that they do not have a very good chance of winning their case to accept a lesser charge or minimal penalties for their crimes. It is a “win-win” for the prosecution and the defense in which the courts reward the defendant for pleading guilty rather than spend court time and money fighting the charges. If there is a large amount of evidence at the prosecution’s disposal to use against the defendant, it is often in their best interest to accept a plea bargain. A skilled criminal defense lawyer can sometimes obtain very favorable results for their clients through plea bargaining. Still, if a client is hell-bent on obtaining a not guilty verdict, then trial is probably a necessity.

Your Case Requires a Trial

Trials are costly. Not only does a trial require more personal attention than other cases, but there are also several costs incurred by handling attorneys during a trial. During trial, lawyers must present evidence in a way that helps prove that their client is innocent. It is not uncommon for an attorney to retain the services of various expert witnesses and private investigators to help prove their claims. These contractors can cost attorneys tens, if not hundreds, of thousands of dollars. In some cases, juries take the opinions of these types of professionals very seriously and take them into consideration when determining a person’s guilt.

You Have a Previous Criminal History

If you have a history of committing crimes, the courts are going to be far less likely to go easy on you. There are several crimes that judges may be happy to give defendants a second chance, but when a person develops a pattern of criminal behavior, the courts are far less likely to be lenient. This is because a criminal history implies that you are likely to repeat your behavior. If you are facing drug charges or misdemeanor offenses, a previous criminal history can change the maximum penalties and make a judge more likely to feel that maximum punishment is necessary. These types of crimes may not have cost you as much as a DUI or domestic violence case, but now they may.

Act Now with No Obligation to Retain Our Services

You can contact our firm for legal advice without retaining our services. Our staff is dedicated to providing Orange County and Riverside residents with resources. If you are looking for straight talk and honest answers from an attorney, calling the Law Offices of Randy Collins is in your best interest.

Finding the right information to make decisions that are in your best interest can be costly and time-consuming. Let our friendly staff walk you through the process and give you the information to make an informed decision about your future.

Contact our team in Orange County at (844) 285-9559 to find out how we can help.

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WHY WE'RE THE RIGHT CHOICE

Over 45 years of Collective Experience
Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
Former Deputy District Attorney
Impressive Track Record of Results
Highly Respected by Peers and Clients
Free Initial Consultation

GET DEFENSE FROM AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM OF ATTORNEYS

Over the years our firm has earned numerous awards and accolades for delivering outstanding legal representation. Some of our awards include: Admission to The National Top Trial Lawyers Association since 2014, AVVO Rating 10.0 Superb Rating, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys Award "10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction" in 2018, Nationally Ranked Top 100 Under 40 in California Attorney Award in 2017, Member of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce since 2018, Martindale-Hubbell Accredited Law Firm, Distinguished in Orange County Metro "Top Attorneys" section, and Featured in Orange Coast Magazine in April 2010 as one of "Orange County's Best Criminal Defense Attorneys".

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At Law Offices of Randy Collins, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

"They are such a great team to work with."
I was new in the US and I didn’t know anything or what to do from Day 1 from presenting my case to Randy. He reassured me that he would help me and that I shouldn’t worry. He was very supportive, responsive to every question no matter how silly it was he was very patient and comforting. He knew exactly how to address the problem and had a plan of action and after a long 2 years, he won my case I appreciate every effort Randy & Chris have done. They are such a great team to work with and I would recommend him in a heartbeat

Dalia
"I am extremley grateful for their help!"
Randy, Chris, and his team are amazing. Having talked to other offices, this one was the most responsive, caring, and downright most helpful. They are all super knowledgeable in defense and I am extremely grateful for their help. I 100% recommend and suggest you try a consultation.

John
"Randy is one of the best attorney's you could ever have."
Randy is one of the best attorneys you could ever have. I’m eternally grateful to Randy and his team for his dedication and professionalism. Randy is very brilliant when it comes to felonies, probation violations, or other criminal cases... Randy is the best lawyer you can have. when other lawyers told me they couldn’t help me out... Randy always told me he can help me and there was never an impossible case to bring in his favor. He was always in touch and keeping me updated on my case, and he gave me the peace and comfort I needed during difficult times. This is the second time he has had to help me stay away from jail. I will never look into other lawyers. I’ll be a loyal client to Randy from now on. You are #1, Randy. Thank you

Adriana
"We are forever thankful to have found Randy."
I cannot express how grateful I am to Randy and his team for the amazing job representing my dad. He was detailed, dedicated, and truly caring for my family throughout the entire process. We are forever thankful to have found Randy. It is rare to find a legal team that feels like extended family. We truly felt so cared for by him and Chris. His knowledge and expertise helped guide us through a very difficult situation and we are so happy to have found this team. I would refer Randy to anyone looking for legal representation. Randy is the best lawyer to call!!

Julia
"Passionate and always available."
Randy worked tirelessly for over two years to have my case dismissed and I can’t thank him enough for everything that he did for me.

Ray
"He went above and beyond!"
Mr. Collins is highly recommended. He really takes the time to listen and answer all your questions. He went above and beyond on helping me out with an issue that was never my fault.

Erik
"Caring and Genuine Attorney"
I called the office and right off the bat, I was super impressed at how much help I was receiving without even meeting in person. Chris (the guy who answered my call) is extremely nice and he explains everything so well. He told me how he used to work at the courts for many years (that gave me relief that he knew what he was talking about). Randy (the attorney) is delightful as well and put my worries to rest with his expertise and knowledge. You can tell by his demeanor and how passionate he speaks, that he is genuine and he cares about his clients. This office handles everything from DUI cases to just about anything criminal related.

Former Client
"Man of his word - got the issue resolved."
I hired Randy after my previous attorney failed to give me proper information and caused me to violate my probation. Randy appeared in court for got the issue resolved without any head aches. He was a man of his word and I highly recommend him.

Reedham

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