Pelta Law - San Francisco, CA
Pelta Law is a premier San Francisco criminal defense practice founded in 2008 by former prosecutor Marc Pelta. Defending clients across all nine Bay Area counties, the firm provides aggressive courtroom representation for misdemeanor and felony charges with transparent flat fees and direct attorney access.
Strategic Criminal Defense Powered by Prosecutorial Insight
Facing criminal accusations in Northern California places your liberty, driver license, and reputation under immediate threat. Working directly with a former state prosecutor provides an indispensable strategic edge. Pelta Law delivers high-caliber criminal defense anchored by deep courtroom insight. Marc Pelta prosecuted thousands of criminal cases for the state before opening his private practice at Fox Plaza in San Francisco. Today, he utilizes that exact insider knowledge of prosecutorial strategies and judicial procedures to construct formidable defenses for individuals facing state or misdemeanor charges across the Bay Area.
Comprehensive Misdemeanor and Felony Defense Practice
At Pelta Law, every client works directly with attorney Marc Pelta from day one. Your case is never handed off to an untested associate. The firm handles the full spectrum of California criminal law, protecting defendants through every stage of the justice system:
- DUI Defense: Defense against first-time, repeat, felony, and drug DUI charges, including aggressive representation at DMV administrative hearings to protect driving privileges.
- Violent Crimes: Courtroom advocacy against charges of simple assault, battery, assault with a deadly weapon, and felony strike allegations under California law.
- Domestic Violence: Strategic defense against domestic battery accusations, safeguarding liberty while managing accompanying restraining order hearings.
- Drug Offenses: Representation for possession, possession for sale, and drug transportation, prioritizing diversion programs, Prop 36, and case dismissals where viable.
- Theft and Burglary: Strategic defense against petty theft, grand theft, commercial burglary, and residential burglary allegations.
- Three Strikes Defense: Preparation of Romero motions under California Penal Code Section 1385 to strike prior serious felony allegations and reduce mandatory prison terms.
Why Bay Area Clients Choose Marc Pelta
Selecting the right defense counsel can decisively alter the outcome of your life. When you need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer, Pelta Law stands out through trial readiness and candid communication. While many lawyers push quick plea bargains to avoid trial, Marc Pelta brings extensive courtroom experience from his prosecutorial background. He prepares every matter as if it will proceed to a jury verdict, an aggressive stance that frequently compels prosecutors to reduce or dismiss severe charges. The practice operates on a clear flat-fee billing structure agreed upon before work begins, ensuring complete transparency without hidden costs.
Convenient Civic Center Location and Prompt Evaluations
Located in Fox Plaza at 1390 Market Street, Pelta Law sits moments away from the Civic Center transit station, offering swift access for clients across San Francisco, Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Marin counties. Whether you need a DUI attorney immediately after an arrest or seek to find an experienced criminal defense lawyer for an upcoming appearance at the San Francisco Hall of Justice, Pelta Law provides structured 20-minute initial case consultations to assess your situation and build a rapid defense roadmap.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the bustling Civic Center / Mid-Market district of San Francisco.
Building Location
The office is situated on the second floor of the famous Fox Plaza, a 29-story mixed-use skyscraper. It is located near the intersection of Market Street and 8th/9th Street, within walking distance of the Civic Center Plaza and San Francisco City Hall.
Parking Details
Convenient paid public parking is available on-site at the underground Fox Plaza Garage, accessed via Hayes Street.
Public Transit
Served by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Route 9 (San Bruno); nearest stop is at 11th Street & Market Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the commercial offices portion of the Fox Plaza building through the main office lobby. Take the elevator to the second floor to locate Suite 200.