Felony Attorney in Bakersfield
Serious Felony Charges Demand Serious Defense in Kern County
A felony charge is a different category of legal problem than a misdemeanor. In California, a felony conviction can result in a state prison sentence, fines up to $10,000, or felony probation. The consequences reach well beyond the courtroom, touching employment, professional licensing, and civil rights. Brehmer Law Corporation represents clients facing felony charges in Bakersfield and throughout Kern County, working to get charges reduced or dropped and pursuing the strongest available outcome for each case.
Brehmer Law Corporation offers a free initial consultation for those facing felony allegations. Call (661) 430-0868 to speak with Attorney Jeremy Brehmer directly.
Why Kern County Clients Choose Brehmer Law Corporation for Felony Defense
Attorney Jeremy Brehmer takes a hands-on approach to every case, keeping clients informed and actively involved at each stage of the process. That level of personal attention matters most when the stakes include state prison time. He brings detailed familiarity with local judges, prosecutors, and Kern County court practices, knowledge that shapes how the firm positions a defense and evaluates offers from the District Attorney’s Office.
Beyond courtroom strategy, Mr. Brehmer has a background in laboratory analysis, clinical toxicology, and forensic science. In felony cases that turn on physical evidence, that background allows him to scrutinize lab results, testing protocols, and chain-of-custody records for weaknesses the prosecution may not anticipate. Brehmer Law Corporation has received recognition from the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the American Chemical Society for this work.
Straight Felonies vs. Wobbler Offenses
Not all felony charges carry the same rigidity. A straight felony can only be charged and sentenced as a felony; there is no path to reduce it to a misdemeanor. A wobbler offense, by contrast, may be charged by the prosecutor as either a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the facts and the defendant’s history. Assault with a deadly weapon and grand theft are common examples.
When a charge is a wobbler, California Penal Code 17(b) gives a judge discretion to reduce the felony conviction to a misdemeanor. This can occur at the preliminary hearing or after the defendant completes felony probation, provided the defendant didn’t serve time in state prison. A reduction under Penal Code 17(b) can help restore rights affected by a felony conviction. Identifying whether a charge qualifies as a wobbler is one of the first strategic questions Brehmer Law Corporation addresses in any felony case.
Sentencing Exposure & Long-Term Consequences
California’s Three Strikes Law adds significant sentencing weight when a defendant has prior serious or violent felony convictions. A second qualifying strike doubles the standard prison term. A third carries a minimum sentence of 25 years to life. Importantly, a conviction that counts as a strike retains that status for Three Strikes purposes even if the underlying charge is later reduced to a misdemeanor under Penal Code 17(b).
The consequences of a felony conviction extend past the sentence itself. A record can affect employment opportunities, professional licenses, and the right to own or possess a firearm. For charges that qualify as wobblers, a Penal Code 17(b) reduction can help address some of those consequences. Understanding the full scope of potential outcomes at the outset is a core part of how Brehmer Law Corporation counsels clients.
Discuss Your Case with a Felony Attorney in Bakersfield
Brehmer Law Corporation offers a free initial consultation to review the charges, explain the process, and outline a defense strategy. Attorney Jeremy Brehmer handles felony cases personally, not through junior staff, so clients have direct access to the attorney working their case from the first conversation through resolution.
To speak with a felony lawyer serving Bakersfield and Kern County, call (661) 430-0868 or schedule a free consultation with Brehmer Law Corporation online.
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