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A SERIOUS CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY, FOR A SERIOUS CRIMINAL PROBLEM


Whether you were arrested, charged, or being investigated, Richard has the knowledge and experience to give you the answers and advice you need.

Richard represents clients facing serious criminal charges in Los Angeles.

Experienced. Trial-Tested.

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Logo for Ramos Criminal Defense with a stylized 'R' and the text 'Ramos Criminal Defense'.

Richard has handled thousands of criminal cases throughout his career as a Deputy Public Defender and Deputy Attorney General. He has negotiated thousands of cases, tried some of the most serious charges in California's criminal justice system, and understands firsthand what works–and what doesn't.

Richard has experience in murder, sexual assault, domestic violence, vehicular manslaughter and other related criminal charges. From complex negotiation to high-stakes trials, Richard has the experience and judgment that only comes from years spent handling cases in California's toughest courtrooms.

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A smiling man in a navy suit, white shirt, and patterned tie, standing indoors in front of a wall with a partly visible gold and black logo and a window with natural light.
The logo for Ramos Criminal Defense, featuring the name 'RAMOS' in large dark blue letters and 'CRIMINAL DEFENSE' in smaller gold letters underneath.

Assault & Battery · Homicide · Attempted Murder · Criminal Threats · Stalking · Weapon & Injury Enhancements

VIOLENT CRIMES

DRUG & PROPERTY CRIMES

Drug Possession · Drug Sales · Theft · Fraud · Property Crimes

SEX CRIMES

Sexual Assault · Sexual Battery · Sex-Crime Defense

Domestic Violence Allegations · Domestic Battery · Related Criminal Matters

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Expungements · Record Relief · Post-Conviction Representation

POST-CONVICTION RELIEF

DUI · Alcohol-Related Offenses · Vehicular Manslaughter · DMV Hearings

DUI & VEHICULAR CRIMES

TRAININGS

Mental Health Diversion • Firearms • Search & Seizure

COURTROOM EXPERIENCE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING


Richard began his career as a criminal defense attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada and was featured on CourtTV at the age of 27.

While many young attorneys were still gaining basic courtroom experience, Richard was already delivering opening statements and questioning witnesses on national television—an early demonstration of his longstanding dedication to criminal defense and trial advocacy.

Experience Matters.


Whether you are under investigation, facing an arrest, or already charged, you don't have to face it alone. Richard Ramos brings years of courtroom experience and a perspective from both sides of the criminal justice system.

Have a serious criminal problem?