Orange, CA
Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Orange
Court: Central Justice Center
Old Towne Orange • Orange Park Acres
Aggressive defense for DUI, felonies & misdemeanors. 30+ years experience. | Defensa agresiva para DUI, delitos graves y menores.
Facing Charges in Orange?
Whether you were cited by the Orange Police Department or have a court date at the Central Justice Center, you need an attorney who knows the local judges and prosecutors. Steven A. Alexander has appeared in Orange County courts hundreds of times over 30+ years.
Our office at 1717 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92706 is minutes from the Central Justice Center. We serve Old Towne Orange, Orange Park Acres, East Orange and surrounding areas. Old Towne Orange, Chapman University, The Outlets at Orange.
Nearly 70% of our clients are Spanish-speaking. We provide full bilingual representation—Habla con un Abogado en Orange Hoy.
Central Justice Center — Where Your Case Will Be Heard
Address: 700 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701
This is Orange County's main criminal courthouse. It handles adult misdemeanor and felony cases from Santa Ana, Orange, Tustin, and Villa Park, and it hosts some felony hearings for every city in the county.
Criminal cases from Orange—including DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, theft, assault, and weapons offenses—are filed and prosecuted by the Orange County District Attorney's Office and heard at the Central Justice Center. Our office is strategically located to serve clients with court dates at this facility.
Felony trials go to whichever justice center has an open trial courtroom, so a felony filed here can be tried at another courthouse.
Official Central Justice Center DirectoryUnderstanding the Orange County District Attorney's Office
The Orange County District Attorney's Office is located at 401 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701—across from the Central Justice Center in the Santa Ana Civic Center complex. They prosecute all felony and misdemeanor cases in Orange County, including cases from Orange.
Local nuances that matter: The OC DA is known for aggressive prosecution. They have specialized divisions including Hardcore Gangs, Sexual Assault, Consumer Fraud, and Environmental. Their filing practices, charging standards, and courtroom dynamics differ from other counties. Having a lawyer who has practiced in Orange County for decades—and who knows the judges, prosecutors, and local procedures at the Central Justice Center—can make a critical difference in your case.
Steven A. Alexander has handled 5,000+ serious felony cases and 250+ trials in Orange County. He understands how the OC DA approaches cases and how to build an effective defense strategy.
Practice Areas in Orange
DUI Defense
Abogado de DUI
First offense to felony DUI. Harbor & Central Justice Center.
Drug Crimes
Delitos de drogas
Possession, sales, trafficking. Experienced trial attorney.
Domestic Violence
Violencia doméstica
Restraining orders, criminal charges. Bilingual.
Theft
Hurto
Petty theft to grand theft. Misdemeanor and felony.
Assault
Agresión
Simple assault, assault with deadly weapon.
Weapons Charges
Cargos por armas
CCW, felon in possession. Federal firearms expert.
Serving Orange Neighborhoods
We represent clients from Old Towne Orange, Orange Park Acres, East Orange, The Block, Eichler tract and throughout Orange County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best criminal defense lawyer in Orange?
Steven A. Alexander has 30+ years of criminal defense experience, 5,000+ serious felony cases, and 250+ trials. He regularly appears at the Central Justice Center (700 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701) and knows the judges, prosecutors, and local practices. Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Where is the court for Orange criminal cases?
Orange cases are heard at the Central Justice Center, 700 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Our office at 1717 N Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92706 is minutes away. We handle DUI, felonies, misdemeanors, and all criminal matters at this court. Felony trials go to whichever justice center has an open trial courtroom, so a felony filed here can be tried at another courthouse.
How much does a lawyer cost in Orange County?
Fees depend on case type and complexity. Many matters are handled on a flat fee or reasonable retainer. We offer a no-obligation consultation to discuss your case and fees.
Do I need a lawyer for a DUI in Orange?
Yes. DUI cases in Orange are heard at the Central Justice Center. The Orange County District Attorney files aggressively. An experienced attorney can challenge the stop, field tests, and breath/blood results. Contact us for a consultation.
What should I know about the Orange County District Attorney?
The Orange County District Attorney's Office (401 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701) prosecutes all criminal cases in Orange County. They are known for aggressive prosecution. Having a lawyer who understands their filing practices, charging standards, and courtroom dynamics—like Steven A. Alexander with 30+ years in OC courts—is critical.
Facing Charges in Orange?
Contact the Law Offices of Steven A. Alexander to schedule a consultation. Bilingual. Experienced. Aggressive.