Janine Molgaard, Criminal Defense Attorney in Stockton, California

Janine concentrates on criminal defense, general, and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• General

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• Juvenile

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Janine's primary office is at Stockton, CA, 95201-3006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Janine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Janine for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Janine offer a free consultation?

  Janine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janine's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Janine's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Janine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Janine take my case if I'm outside Stockton?

  Janine is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Janine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Janine?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Janine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Janine accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Janine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.