Criminal Defense in Concord, California

Concord Criminal Defense Attorney — Morris Law PC

Concord, with a population of approximately 130,000, is the largest city in Contra Costa County. Located at the intersection of I-680 and Highway 4, Concord generates substantial DUI, drug-trafficking, and domestic-violence case volume — cases that are prosecuted by the Contra Costa County District Attorney and heard at the Martinez Hall of Justice. Morris Law PC defends Concord clients across every category of California criminal charge.

Where Concord Cases Are Heard

Concord cases are prosecuted at the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse in Martinez (725 Court Street, Martinez) — Contra Costa County’s main criminal courthouse — and at the Walnut Creek branch for certain misdemeanors. The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s office handles charging.

Distance from our Oakland office: 23 miles east of our Oakland office — approximately 35 minutes via I-680/Highway 24 outside of peak commute hours.

Charges We Defend in Concord

Concord sees significant DUI enforcement on I-680, Highway 4, and Monument Boulevard; drug and weapons cases connected to the Monument Corridor; domestic-violence response calls handled by Concord Police; and federal trafficking cases tied to the East Bay corridor.

Morris Law PC represents Concord clients facing every category of California criminal charge:

How to Reach Morris Law PC From Concord

Our two East Bay offices coordinate Concord cases as a single firm. Most Concord clients meet at our Oakland office, just 23 miles east of our Oakland office, but we offer secure video consultations and on-site interrogation response across Concord.

Oakland Office (Primary for Concord)

1300 Clay St, Suite 600
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 824-8831

Berkeley Office

2001 Addison St, Suite 300
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 350-3225

Concord Criminal Defense — Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Concord criminal cases prosecuted?

At the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse (725 Court Street, Martinez), the main Contra Costa County criminal courthouse. Misdemeanors may also be heard at the Walnut Creek branch (640 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek). The Contra Costa County DA’s office handles charging.

Is Concord Police the only agency that handles arrests in Concord?

Within Concord city limits, CPD is the primary agency. Contra Costa County Sheriff handles unincorporated areas and operates the Martinez Detention Facility (West County Detention Facility in Richmond is also part of the system). CHP handles freeway enforcement on I-680 and Highway 4.

What is the Contra Costa County bail process?

After arrest, you are typically booked at the Martinez Detention Facility. Bail is set per the Contra Costa County bail schedule unless the charge is non-bailable (certain violent felonies, parole holds). An attorney can request a bail review at first appearance — typically within 48 hours of arrest, excluding weekends and holidays.

Can Concord cases be diverted under PC 1001.95?

Yes — most non-violent misdemeanors qualify for PC §1001.95 judicial diversion, which ends the case with dismissal upon completion of conditions. Qualifying defendants can also access PC §1001.36 (mental health) or PC §1001.80 (military) diversion. We screen every misdemeanor case for these dispositions.

How fast can Morris Law respond to a Concord arrest?

Attorneys are reachable 24/7 at (510) 330-0814. We routinely respond to CPD interrogation calls within an hour and can be at the Martinez Detention Facility or Wakefield Taylor Courthouse within 90 minutes.

Call Morris Law PC About Your Concord Case

Free, confidential consultations are available 24/7 — including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Call (510) 330-0814 or schedule online.