Taylor Defense Firm

Taylor Defense Firm is a San Luis Obispo criminal defense practice representing clients facing misdemeanor and felony allegations in California. The firm handles DUI, drug offenses, domestic assault, white-collar crimes, sexual assault, robbery, murder, and other serious charges. Representation begins during investigations and continues through negotiations, hearings, trials, sentencing, and post-conviction concerns. The firm focuses on protecting constitutional rights while helping clients understand risks, options, and the criminal court process.

Taylor Defense Firm brings more than a decade of courtroom experience across civilian and military jurisdictions. Founder Scott Taylor began his career with the Missouri Public Defender’s Office, where he managed a demanding caseload and tried serious misdemeanor and felony matters. He later prosecuted cases for the United States Air Force before serving as Area Defense Counsel at Vandenberg Air Force Base. This background provides insight into prosecution strategy, evidence, negotiation, and trial preparation.

Taylor Defense Firm represents service members in matters involving on-duty and off-duty misconduct, administrative actions, and military justice proceedings. The firm also handles civilian cases involving police questioning, searches, chemical testing, driver’s license consequences, and requests for expungement. Each case receives a detailed review of reports, witness statements, testing procedures, and constitutional issues that may affect the prosecution’s evidence or available defenses.

Taylor Defense Firm combines trial advocacy with direct, compassionate client service. The firm explains legal fees and case expectations clearly and offers free initial consultations. Careful preparation, honest advice, and determined representation guide every engagement. Whether a negotiated resolution or trial offers the better path, the firm develops a strategy based on the evidence, the client’s circumstances, and the potential effects on liberty, employment, military service, reputation, and family stability.