James N. Dicks

James N. Dicks is a California criminal defense lawyer, and founder of jD LAW Criminal Defense Attorney, with more than three decades of experience representing people facing criminal charges. His practice includes DUI, drug crimes, domestic violence, sex crimes, theft, violent offenses, federal crimes, juvenile matters, and white-collar allegations. He handles personal injury matters as well. Before entering law practice, he served with the Los Angeles Police Department and worked as an undercover narcotics investigator.

James earned a B.S. from California State University, Long Beach. He later received his J.D. from Western State University College of Law. His legal education followed years of law enforcement experience and prepared him for a career centered on courtroom advocacy and criminal case analysis.

James opened his private practice in Vista after gaining experience in public defense. He has handled thousands of cases ranging from petty theft to murder allegations. His earlier police work gives him firsthand familiarity with investigations, narcotics enforcement, DUI enforcement, and law-enforcement procedures. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law through the California Board of Legal Specialization. His professional memberships include the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National College for DUI Defense.

James N. Dicks serves clients throughout San Diego County and North County from his Vista practice. He represents people facing investigations, misdemeanor charges, serious felonies, and related criminal proceedings. His work includes pre-file investigations, restraining-order violation defense, expungements, warrant matters, and allegations involving internet or military crimes. He has received recognition from Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers. His practice combines extensive criminal defense experience with a background in law enforcement and courtroom advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & Attorney, jD Law Criminal Defense Attorney
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Consumer Attorneys of California
• Member, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
• Member, Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, National College for DUI Defense
• Member, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
• Member, California DUI Lawyers Association
• Member, San Diego County Bar Association
• Member, North County Bar Association
• Member, Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Western State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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