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Tsion Abate Chudnovsky

Tsion Abate Chudnovsky

Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
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CHUDNOVSKY LAW IS A PRE-EMINENT CALIFORNIA CRIMINAL DEFENSE AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSE DEFENSE LAW FIRM.

The firm's highly experienced, award-winning attorneys include Former Prosecutors and Top Professional License Defense Lawyers that have successfully handled over 8,500 cases and jury trials.

» GETTING YOUR CRIMINAL CASE DISMISSED OR REDUCED IS OUR #1 GOAL
If you are dealing with an arrest, investigation or warrant you need to be very careful. Criminal convictions risk your freedom, your job and your future.

Protect yourself and get a top criminal defense attorney on your side as early as possible. We know how to fight to get the best possible outcome, charges reduced or dismissed and keep you out of jail.

› All felony and misdemeanor criminal charges
› DUI drunk driving defense
› Federal criminal defense, FBI, DEA investigations
› Professional license criminal defense for Medical, Nurse and Pharmacy license holders

» EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE DEFENSE
Administrative law licensing board representation for all California licensed professionals facing investigation, accusation, suspension, or revocation actions. Our lawyers provide expert assistance for all license types, including:

› Medical and Nursing
› Pharmacist
› Dentist
› Chiropractor
› Healthcare businesses, nursing facilities, hospitals, pharmacies
› Engineers
› Accountants

» CALL (844) 325-1444 FOR A FREE ATTORNEY CONSULTATION

We are available 24/7 for a Free, no-obligation case consult.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
DUI & DWI
White Collar Crime
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Stockbroker & Investment Fraud
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Animal & Dog Law
Cannabis & Marijuana Law
Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
Immigration Law
Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Juvenile Law
Gov & Administrative Law
Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
Additional Practice Areas
  • Criminal Immigration Lawyer
  • Professional Licensing Defense Attorney
  • Medical License Defense Attorney
  • Nursing License Defense Attorney
  • Dental License Defense Attorney
  • Chiropractor License Defense Attorney
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free 30 minute confidential initial consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa and Mastercard
  • Contingent Fees
    For personal and financial injury cases
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • Amharic: Spoken
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • French: Spoken, Written
  • Hebrew: Spoken
  • Italian: Spoken
  • Portuguese: Spoken
  • Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Managing Attorney
Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
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Chudnovsky Law is a California Criminal Defense, Professional Licensing Defense and Personal Injury Law Firm.
Partner
Law Offices of Suh & Chudnovsky
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Judicial Intern
The Honorable Justice William Rylaarsdam - Court of Appeal, Fourth District
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Education
Univ of California Irvine
Undergraduate Degree
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Loyola Law School
Law Degree
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Professional Associations
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Current
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National College for DUI Defense
Member
Current
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California State Bar  # 218855
Member
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Speaking Engagements
Brain Injury Prevention From An Accident Lawyer, Chudnovsky Law
Dana Foundation
Certifications
Client Champion - Silver
Martindale-Hubbell
Websites & Blogs
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Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
Q. If you took a line and had poor judgement but it was date rape drug and you were in and out of consciousness cops did
A: Most California criminal statutes require that the accused had criminal specific intent when committing a crime. If you were involuntarily intoxicated due to a date rape drug, then that is a valid defense against almost every type of criminal charge.
Q. Can you explain a citizen's arrest, and can you be charged with resisting a citizen's arrest?
A: WHAT IS A CITIZEN'S ARREST?

Private individuals have the authority to make a "citizen's arrest" to detain someone they reasonably suspect of committing a felony crime. The crime does not need to occur in their presence as long as a felony was actually committed by the person. If a felony crime did not in fact occur, then the individual making the citizen's arrest could be civilly and criminally liable.

People cannot make a citizen's arrest for misdemeanor offenses unless the crime involves a "breach of peace." Even with a breach of peace, individuals can only make a misdemeanor citizen's arrest when they have personally observed the criminal behavior and the breach has just happened or it is highly likely the breach will continue.

CAN YOU BE CHARGED FOR RESISTING A CITIZEN'S ARREST?

It is not necessarily a crime to resist a citizen's arrest, but doing so can trigger assault charges if the resisting party assaults the person lawfully applying force to make the citizen's arrest. Unlike with law enforcement arrests, there is no duty to comply with the arrest if resisting can be done without committing assault.

MAKING A CITIZEN'S ARREST IS DANGEROUS

Anyone making a citizen's arrest does so at their own risk. Apprehending criminals in inherently dangerous, especially when you are not a uniformed, armed peace officer. Failing to meet the legal requirements for the arrest can also have serious legal consequences for the citizen making the arrests.
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Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
1933 S Broadway #1100
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Telephone: (213) 212-5002
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Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
23 Corporate Plaza Dr Suite 150
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Telephone: (949) 750-2500
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Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
309 Pine Ave Suite 200
Long Beach, CA 90802
Telephone: (562) 800-4080
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Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
1541 Ocean Ave Suite 200
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Telephone: (424) 340-7220
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Chudnovsky Law - Criminal & DUI Lawyers
1117 State St Suite 45
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Telephone: (805) 892-8020
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