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Being convicted of a crime will affect you for the rest of your life.  It is important to hire a criminal defense attorney who will take on your case and do everything possible to deliver the best outcome.  Everyone is entitled to their day in court but not everyone will be represented by an attorney who will work tirelessly for them.  If you have been arrested for a crime and want the best representation possible, call Khalaf & Khalaf, criminal defense attorneys in Pasadena.

Mark and Ted Khalaf are local Pasadena Criminal Defense Attorneys.  Both lawyers were born, raised and still live in Pasadena.  Their law offices of Khalaf & Khalaf is conveniently located in the city of Pasadena on South Catalina Avenue.

For committed and resourceful representation with criminal defense in the Pasadena law firm of Khalaf & Khalaf. Our experienced attorneys regularly work with investigators, forensic experts, design engineers, accident reconstructionists, economists, and medical professionals when developing and presenting cases.

Our knowledge of the Pasadena courts and other members of the legal community give us an advantage over other attorneys.  We know the system, we know the decision makers and we know the laws.  With our comprehensive view of the legal system in Pasadena we are confident that we can obtain the best possible outcome for you.

Our criminal defense attorneys are prepared to meet the technical challenges posed by criminal cases where expert witness testimony is often a key component of a trial. Serving Los Angeles and Pasadena, brothers Mark Khalaf and Ted Khalaf are experienced trial lawyers who work to accomplish their clients' objectives in the most efficient and cost-effective ways possible. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.

Whether we're defending you in a federal criminal defense matter, representing you in a DUI defense, we protect and advance your interests in the following ways:

  • Listen closely to your situation, present you with options and keep you informed
  • Uncover and understand the facts that relate to your case
  • Respond quickly and aggressively to any important change of circumstances
  • Advise you of the long-term consequences of any proposal or decision
  • Aggressively fight to have your criminal case dismissed or reduced

Experienced Pasadena Lawyers Focused on Your Needs

Pasadena criminal trial attorney Mark Khalaf is a graduate of Southwestern University School of Law. He has prior experience at the District Attorney's office and has spent many years as a reserve Sheriff's Deputy in Los Angeles County. This experience gives him and his clients a significant advantage in the defense of criminal charges. He handles all criminal defense matters, including federal criminal defense cases such as white collar and corporate crimes, possession of child pornography and drug crime defense.

Pasadena civil attorney Ted Khalaf is a graduate of Western State University College of Law, and began his career with a Los Angeles civil trial firm, where he established a solid foundation in the investigation and litigation of personal injury and wrongful death claims, as well as complex family law issues, such as divorce.

We employ native Spanish speakers on our staff, and we speak Arabic. We offer free case evaluations on all matters, and we accept all major credit cards. For additional information about our ability to help you meet your goals, contact the Los Angeles & San Bernardino County law firm of Khalaf & Khalaf.

Pasadena Criminal Law Information

Recent News:  A wave of violent crime has hit Glendale.  Police have urged the residents to be on the look out for suspicious activity.  Over 35 violent and property crimes have taken place recently.   Read the full story at Police Alert Glendale Residents.

Pasadena Rose Bowl Stabbing Update:  The man accused of stabbing another visitor to the Rose Bowl on December 4th pleaded no contest to the assault charges he was facing.  For more on this story visit Pasadena Star-News.

Marijuana Plants in Pasadena House:  Police offices were called to a home in Pasadena after a fire alarm was pulled.  Shortly after they entered the residence they noticed the smell of pot coming from the second floor.  Thirty plants totaling more than 8 pounds was seized.

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If you are facing potential prosectution, you cannot afford to wait to contact an attorney. Your freedom is at stake, and the attorneys at Khalaf & Khalaf will fight to keep you free. Contact us for a free consultation.

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FBI Changes Definition of Rape

A rule change by the FBI will soon extend the definition of rape to include male victims. The change comes after calls from victims’ advocates who have long protested the narrow definition of rape that only includes female victims.

Currently, rape as defined by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and employed by California criminal defense lawyers, refers to the ‘carnal knowledge of a female forcibly and against her will.’ The change will modify that definition to define rape as the ‘penetration of another person regardless of the gender of the person, without the person's consent.’ The new definition of rape will also include penetration of other persons, both males and females, using a variety of objects.

The need for a new definition of rape that takes into consideration crimes against male victims too, has been felt for several years now. In September, a survey that included police chiefs of major cities found that 80% of them believed that the old definition of rape was not adequate in modern times. The FBI director has already approved the new rule change, which is expected to be phased in over the next 3 years.

Victims’ groups have strongly supported the new definition of rape, saying that this will allow for more accurate tracking of sexual assault crimes across the country. Because the current definition of rape does not include male victims and certain types of assault, there has been a discrepancy in the number of sexual assault crimes that are actually committed across the country, and the numbers that are reported to the federal agency.

This difference in the definition of rape has led to discrepancies in federal data. For instance, while the FBI recorded 84,757 rapes in 2010, the National Crime Victimization Survey by the Justice Department's Bureau of Justice Statistics recorded a total of 188,380 sexual assaults that year. A more inclusive definition will help bring more victims into the fold, delivering more accurate tracking results, and helping prevent such crimes.

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