Take The First Step

(530) 999-9441

Take The First Step

(530) 999-9441

Facing Criminal Charges?

Harness The Skill of a Former
District Attorney and Federal Prosecutor

Serving Northern California

Why Choose Our Firm?

Guiding Northern California Clients Through Difficult Times

A criminal charge doesn’t just threaten your freedom — it threatens your reputation, your career, and your family. Getting the outcome you deserve requires more than a warm body in a courtroom. It requires decades of hands-on criminal law experience and a lawyer who genuinely cares about your future.

The Legal Expertise Your Future Deserves

Attorney Gregg Cohen brings over 30 years of criminal law experience — including 20 years as Tehama County’s elected District Attorney and time as a Federal Prosecutor for the U.S. Department of Justice. He knows exactly how prosecutors think, how they build cases, and — critically — where those cases fall apart. When you hire Gregg, you get Gregg: not a paralegal, not a junior associate. Gregg works directly with every client.

Your Unique Situation Deserves a Personalized Strategy

No two criminal cases are alike. Gregg Cohen works directly with you to understand the specific facts, challenges, and goals of your situation. Whether he’s challenging DUI evidence, negotiating with prosecutors, pursuing diversion programs, or taking your case to trial, his strategy is built around one objective: the best possible outcome for you.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Services

DUI

DUI Defense California DUI penalties are severe — even for a first offense. From challenging breathalyzer results to fighting DMV license suspensions, Attorney Gregg Cohen knows how to build a defense that protects your driving record, your freedom, and your future.

Drug Crimes

Whether you're charged with possession, possession with intent to sell, or trafficking, a drug conviction can mean years in prison and a permanent mark on your record. We fight hard to challenge the evidence, explore diversion options, and protect your rights at every turn.

Domestic Violence

A domestic violence accusation can upend your life instantly — even when allegations are exaggerated or outright false. Our firm aggressively defends the wrongly accused while carefully handling the serious sensitivities these cases involve.

Violent Crimes

Assault, robbery, homicide — violent crime charges carry devastating consequences, including potential life sentences. Gregg Cohen has tried major felony cases, including murder, and brings the trial experience that matters most when the stakes are highest.

Juvenile Crimes

When a young person is charged with a crime, their entire future is on the line. Attorney Cohen believes that a youthful mistake shouldn't define a lifetime. We fight to protect your child's record, their freedom, and their opportunities through every available legal avenue.

Expungement

A criminal record follows you for life — affecting jobs, housing, and your reputation. Attorney Cohen helps eligible clients pursue expungement and other record-clearing remedies so past mistakes don't define your future.

Costly Mistakes in Criminal Cases

Talking to Police Without an Attorney

Even innocent, off-hand comments can sink a case. After any police contact, exercise your right to remain silent and call a lawyer immediately.

Assuming a First Offense Isn’t Serious

A first DUI or drug charge in California can still mean jail time, heavy fines, license suspension, and a permanent record. Never underestimate what’s at stake.

Waiting Too Long to Hire an Attorney

The earlier your attorney gets involved, the more options you have. Gregg has resolved cases before charges were ever filed. The longer you wait, the fewer options remain.

Hiring an Attorney Without Criminal Trial Experience

Not all attorneys are created equal. Gregg Cohen has 30+ years of criminal trial experience — on both sides of the courtroom. That difference can mean dismissal instead of conviction.

What Our Clients Say

"No one ever plans to get in trouble, but when you find yourself in deep water, you definitely want Gregg Cohen in your corner. He told me exactly what was going to happen — and he was right. We succeeded in having 5 misdemeanors wiped from my record and the records sealed. I have no words. I feel so blessed."

— C.J.

"Gregg Cohen took on my case with confidence and aggressively handled the Tehama DA. His knowledge of law and facts were above my expectations. The whole experience was put to rest with comfort. Thank you, Mr. Cohen and Lisa — you are the best."

— Roger L.

"100% satisfied with the outcome. Even if my case hadn't gone the way it did, I would still give them five stars just off the communication alone. They literally answered every single question and followed up with a phone call when needed."

— Karen S.

"Hands down the best experience I've had with an attorney. Mr. Cohen took great care with my case every step of the way, kept me informed, and got me the results I wanted. Five stars only because I can't put 10!"

— Mia M.

How We Fight For You

Insider Prosecution Knowledge

Gregg spent 20 years as Tehama County DA and as a Federal Prosecutor. He knows how prosecutors build — and lose — their cases, and he uses that knowledge to dismantle charges against you.

Direct Attorney Access - Always

When you call, you get Gregg. Not a paralegal, not a first-year associate. You hire Gregg Cohen, you work with Gregg Cohen. His direct involvement on every case is what sets Cohen Criminal Law apart.

Evidence Challenges

From breathalyzer calibration records to illegal search and seizure issues, Gregg scrutinizes every piece of evidence to find weaknesses the prosecution would rather you miss.

Pre-Charge Intervention

In many cases, Gregg can intervene before charges are ever filed — working to prevent an arrest from becoming a conviction, or a conviction from ever appearing on your record.

Diversion & Alternate Sentencing

Not every case has to end in trial. Gregg is skilled in pursuing DEJ (Deferred Entry of Judgment), diversion programs, and negotiated settlements that keep clients out of jail and off permanent records.

Aggressive Courtroom Advocacy

When settlement isn't the answer, Gregg takes your case to trial with the same intensity and preparation he's brought to decades of felony and misdemeanor courtroom battles. He wins — and his clients know it.

With the Right Criminal Defense Attorney, You Can:

✓ Achieve the Best Possible Outcome

Without the right attorney, it’s easy to accept a plea deal worse than you deserve. A skilled criminal defense lawyer will push back, negotiate hard, and fight to have charges reduced or dismissed entirely.

✓ Stay Out of Jail and Keep Your Life on Track

Jail isn’t the only option, even for serious charges. Through probation, diversion programs, and Deferred Entry of Judgment, the right attorney can often keep you home, working, and with your family.

✓ Protect Your Record for Years to Come

A conviction follows you long after the case ends — affecting your job, housing, and professional licenses. Fighting for a dismissal or deferred judgment now protects you from those consequences for years to come.

✓ Get Ahead of the Case Before It Gets Ahead of You

The earlier an attorney gets involved, the more options you have. In some cases, Gregg has intervened before charges were ever filed — turning what could have been a conviction into nothing at all.

Protect Your Rights — Act Now

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Don’t face a criminal charge, DUI, or investigation alone.

The sooner we talk, the more options we have. Attorney Gregg Cohen offers a FREE initial consultation. Your future — and your freedom — are worth protecting. Call us today or fill out the form above.

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