Los Angeles Metro Area
Experienced, Focused, Effective.
Stephen A. Varga has been practicing law in Los Angeles County for over 25 years, with a heavy emphasis on criminal law. He is a graduate of Stanford University and Loyola Law School. He handles all areas of criminal defense and been admitted to practice in both State and Federal Courts in California.
Los Angeles Criminal Law Practice Areas
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Mr. Varga is committed to the art and craft of jury trials. When in trial, he is at peak performance. He generally knows his facts much better than the prosecutor. While a typical prosecutor may try over a dozen cases a year, Mr. Varga tries about one or two cases a year, and puts that much more effort into each case. As a result of that effort, the best cases do not even go to trial because they are dismissed. Many more are reduced to minor charges.
However, the vast majority of criminal cases result in plea bargains that are not reduced to minor charges. This is true no matter who defends the accused. You can search the entire World Wide Web without finding another criminal lawyer who will tell you this. But it is the truth, no matter whom you hire. With Mr. Varga, you can count on being told the truth.
So, in this vast majority of cases, what difference can your lawyer make?
First, some of these cases can be worked toward a better plea bargain by good investigation, or by filing appropriate motions. For instance, in a Los Angeles County case involving possession of drugs for sale, Mr. Varga filed a five-part suppression motion. But before it could be heard, the prosecutor lowered the offer to one without jail time, which his client accepted.
However, sometimes a fast plea bargain is best for the client. For instance, sometimes the prosecutor forgets to add allegations or to consider facts that would result in more jail time. Those situations call for quick and decisive action that will be in the client’s best interest. It may be wisest to take the offer before the tables turn. The key, however, is full client participation in the decision to accept a plea bargain.
With Mr. Varga, you will never accept or reject a plea bargain without a thorough understanding of your options and the consequences of your decision. You will understand—not just hear—your rights, the charges against you, and the consequences of your decision.
When you were first read your rights, you were probably nervous, had questions, and were distracted by millions of racing thoughts and concerns. This is made worse in cases where confusing legal jargon is used to inform you of your legal rights and options. The first time you hear these things, you will not absorb them fully. Just as Mr. Varga did not learn criminal law overnight, you are not reasonably expected to understand your situation overnight either.
Due to confusion and trouble grasping the full implications of your situation, you may be inclined to agree to probationary terms that you do not understand. This can get you into serious trouble for violating those terms later. Mr. Varga never wants to see any of his clients in this situation. This is why he likes to give his clients real-life examples of all the ways they can get into trouble later, so that they know the true consequences of a plea bargain and how to comply with probation. Mr. Varga will also help you understand what might happen in the trial before you enter the courtroom, so that you can weigh one choice against the other before you make a decision.
In short, if you are accused of a crime, you need a lawyer who is a “smart bomb”. Your criminal defense lawyer needs to know when, where, and how to strike when it is required to obtain the best result for you. Many lawyers imitate that sort of effectiveness by acting “aggressive” with you. That is not what you need. Your lawyer should be personable, truthful, caring, and protective of you. He should bring experience, diligence and determination to your case. To the prosecution and their witnesses, he should bring his competitive spirit, will to succeed, and whenever possible, the crushing blow.
If you or a loved one has been accused or charged with a crime in Los Angeles County, please contact Stephen A. Varga immediately. Mr. Varga will be able evaluate your pending case and advise you on how to proceed through the justice system.
Serving Los Angeles and all communities throughout Los Angeles County for over 25 years.
*Mr. Varga is also fluent in both Spanish and Hungarian
Stephen A. Varga
25202 Crenshaw Boulevard Suite 219
Torrance, California 90505
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