Aggressive Yet Caring California Criminal Defense

Domestic Violence

Violent Crimes

Each of these categories includes specific charges which may carry severe penalties, including jail or state prison time, fines, probation, and possible long-term consequences on your career and immigration status.

Joseph Tang will explain key hearings and court proceedings, so that you are prepared for what lies ahead. His familiarity with the California legal system allows him to offer clear guidance, making the process less daunting.

1. Challenging the Sufficiency of the Evidence
The prosecution bears the burden of proving every element beyond a reasonable doubt. Gaps in evidence, inconsistent statements, or lack of corroboration can undermine the case against you.

2. Constitutional Violations
Challenging the legality of a stop, detention, search, or arrest. If law enforcement crossed the line, we move to suppress illegally obtained evidence.

3. Lack of Intent or Mental State
Many crimes require a specific intent or mental state. Demonstrating that this element is missing can defeat the charge even where conduct isn’t in dispute.

4. Self-Defense or Mistaken Identity
Presenting evidence of self-defense, mutual combat, an alibi, or mistaken identity where the facts support it.

5. Attacking Credibility
Challenging the integrity of evidence and the credibility of accusers and witnesses.

6. Negotiated Resolution
Negotiating plea bargains or pursuing diversion where eligible — avoiding trial exposure while protecting your record.

7. Mitigating Client Culpability
Presenting mitigating factors — such as lack of criminal history, personal hardship, mental health, or the circumstances surrounding the offense — to reduce the severity of the charge, the sentence, or the terms offered by the prosecution.

8. Jury Trial
When a fair resolution isn’t on the table, taking the case to trial and putting the prosecution to its burden of proof before a jury of your peers.

No matter the situation, Joseph A. Tang will fight to protect your freedom, reputation, and future—with sharp strategy, aggressive advocacy, and unwavering commitment.

Important
You have the right to remain silent. You have the right to refuse unlawful searches. You have the right to an attorney. If police or investigators overstep their authority, we strike hard and fast to expose misconduct, suppress illegally obtained evidence, and hold law enforcement accountable.

Don’t let your rights be ignored or abused. Whether you’re under investigation or already facing charges, we’re here to stand between you and the system.

Critical Warning
Certain convictions are classified as crimes of moral turpitude or aggravated felonies under federal immigration law — categories that can trigger mandatory deportation regardless of the sentence imposed in criminal court.

At The Joseph A. Tang Law Firm, we understand that for immigrant clients, especially those from China and across Asia, the stakes are even higher. We take a strategic, immigration-informed approach to every case, fighting to protect both your record and your right to remain in the country. Our firm can help with:

• Deportable offenses
• Criminal immigration relief
• Advising on visa issues