Law Office of McKernan & Allen, APC - Riverside, CA

Strategic Criminal Defense in Riverside, California

Facing misdemeanor or felony allegations in Southern California can jeopardize your personal freedom, professional licenses, and long-term future. The Law Office of McKernan and Allen, APC stands as a dependable resource for individuals accused of crimes across Riverside County. Spearheaded by seasoned trial attorney Stephen Troy Allen, the firm focuses on defending clients against complex state and municipal charges. If you need a lawyer to protect your rights, having an advocate with profound familiarity with local Inland Empire courts, judges, and prosecutors offers a decisive strategic edge.

Focused Criminal Law Practice Areas

The firm handles a broad spectrum of criminal law matters, ensuring every client receives tailored representation. Key practice areas include:

• DUI and Driving Offenses: Vigorous defense for motorists accused of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, handling first-time DUIs, multiple convictions, felony DUI charges, and administrative California Department of Motor Vehicles license suspension hearings.
• Drug Crime Defense: Defending against state charges involving controlled substances, including possession, transportation, sales, and manufacturing, while pursuing treatment diversion alternatives whenever possible.
• Domestic Violence Defense: Strategic advocacy for clients facing allegations of domestic battery, spousal abuse, child endangerment, and related protective restraining orders.
• Violent Crime Defense: Resolute trial advocacy for high-stakes criminal matters such as simple assault, assault with a deadly weapon, battery, and robbery offenses.
• Theft and Burglary Offenses: Protecting individual constitutional rights against accusations of petty theft, grand theft, shoplifting, commercial burglary, residential burglary, and identity theft.
• Traffic Ticket Defense: Assisting motorists in resolving moving violations, reckless driving charges, exhibition of speed allegations, and license reinstatement matters.

Former Prosecutorial Insight on Your Side

A distinctive advantage of the firm is attorney Stephen Troy Allen extensive background in criminal prosecution. Before entering private defense practice, Mr. Allen served for four years with the Sacramento County District Attorney office, managing DUI prosecutions, narcotics allegations, weapon charges, and conducting over one hundred bench trials. He subsequently served for nearly four years as a Deputy District Attorney in Riverside County, prosecuting misdemeanor trials, felony preliminary hearings, domestic violence matters, and drug court proceedings. This firsthand experience allows him to anticipate prosecutorial tactics and identify evidentiary flaws.

Dedicated Advocacy and Accessible Legal Support

When you urgently need a lawyer or decide to hire an attorney in Riverside, direct communication and responsive support are crucial. The Law Office of McKernan and Allen, APC ensures clients work directly with their attorney from initial arraignment through case resolution. Every piece of prosecution evidence is scrutinized, including police stop legality, field sobriety procedures, and body camera footage. The legal team works tenaciously to achieve reduced penalties, case dismissals, or favorable trial verdicts.

Schedule a Free Confidential Case Evaluation

Facing criminal charges without seasoned representation can result in severe repercussions. If you need to find a lawyer who will champion your defense, the Law Office of McKernan and Allen, APC provides free initial consultations to review police reports and evaluate defense strategies. Extended operating hours from Monday through Sunday make high-quality legal help accessible when it matters most.