Criminal Defense Attorney in Modesto, CA
Aggressive Modesto criminal defense attorney ready to represent you in court, standing up for those facing serious charges in Stanislaus County.
Aggressive defense, standing up for the rights of those facing serious charges in Stanislaus County.
If you or a loved one has been arrested in Modesto or Stanislaus County, you know how overwhelming the experience can be — and finding the right criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your case.
The Law Office of Rebecka A. Monez is a criminal defense law firm, not a business. Unlike many other firms in Modesto, Rebecka Monez works personally with every client who walks through her door and handles every case herself — from misdemeanors to serious felonies.
When your future and your freedom are on the line, you need more than effective representation. You need exceptional representation.
Legal Practice Areas
DUI Offenses
Modesto DUI defense attorney fighting PC 23152 charges to protect your license, your record, and your freedom.
Learn more →Drug Crimes
Experienced Modesto criminal defense lawyer for possession, sale, and intent charges, including suppression of unlawful searches.
Learn more →Assault & Battery
Stanislaus County criminal defense attorney for assault and battery charges under California PC 240 and 242.
Learn more →Domestic Violence
Modesto domestic violence defense attorney for charges under California PC 13700, from arraignment through trial.
Learn more →Sex Crimes
Discreet, aggressive Modesto sex crimes defense lawyer for complex charges and California's three-tier registration.
Learn more →Theft Crimes
Modesto theft crimes attorney defending petty and grand theft, burglary, and carjacking under PC 484.
Learn more →Robbery
Stanislaus County robbery defense attorney fighting PC 211 charges, degree grading, and enhancements.
Learn more →Gun Crimes
Modesto gun crimes lawyer for firearm and weapons charges and firearm sentencing enhancements.
Learn more →Violent Crimes
Aggressive Stanislaus County criminal defense attorney for violent crimes, three strikes, and enhancements.
Learn more →Homicide
Tenacious Modesto homicide defense attorney for murder and manslaughter charges, degrees, and sentencing.
Learn more →Sentencing Enhancements
California sentencing enhancement attorney fighting to strike firearm, gang, and three-strikes time.
Learn more →Expungements
Modesto expungement lawyer clearing records under PC 1203.4, 851.91, and 851.8 for a fresh start.
Learn more →Federal Defense
Federal criminal defense attorney in Modesto for fraud, drug offenses, and federal court representation.
Learn more →Defending Clients Across the County
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Exceptional representation when your freedom is on the line.
When your future and your freedom are on the line, you need more than effective representation; you need exceptional representation. Unlike many other firms in Modesto, Rebecka Monez works personally with every client and handles every case herself.
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What our clients say.
A selection from 80+ five-star Google reviews.
“As soon as she took my case, she identified issues I wasn't aware of and made me feel at ease throughout the entire process. Having her on your side in the courtroom is a reassuring feeling. Today, we achieved a CASE DISMISSED! I would wholeheartedly recommend Rebecka Monez!”
“The future of my 5 grandkids were put in Rebecka A. Monez's hands. She worked on my case with passion and professionalism from start to finish. Thank god for Rebecka and her team because without them we wouldn't have the positive results that we have. 🙏”
“Rebecka is an incredible attorney. She is very personable and relentless — she was able to get me an ideal outcome with my case. I knew she had my best interest the first few minutes of meeting her. Her staff is top notch too! I highly recommend this firm!”
“With her you're not just a dollar sign, she sees the person, the human being and our vulnerability when we face the system. I would trust no other attorney in the Modesto area for complicated cases that could put a life at risk.”
“Rebecka Monez is the BEST Criminal Defense Attorney in Stanislaus County hands down. She is honest and fierce, a true force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. Rebecka resolved my case completely to my satisfaction, and I am so glad I chose her.”
“I hired Rebecka Monez on behalf of my son. I met with her 15 minutes prior to his court appearance. She left our meeting to race to his appearance. She's real, she's factual and she gets it done. Best criminal lawyer hands down.”
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801 10th St, 5th Floor, Modesto, CA 95354 · By Appointment Only