Riverside Criminal Defense Attorneys for Serious Charges

At Kolacia Cervantes & White, we provide experienced, aggressive criminal defense for clients facing serious charges in Riverside County and throughout Southern California. Our attorneys handle a full range of high-stakes cases, including DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, assault, theft, burglary, weapons charges, white collar crimes, sex offenses, probation violations, and homicide. As former prosecutors, we understand how cases are built — and how to take them apart. If you're searching for a criminal defense lawyer in Riverside, CA, with a proven track record and the skill to protect your future, contact Kolacia Cervantes & White today.

Areas of Practice

DUI Defense

DUI charges in Riverside can lead to license suspension, steep fines, and even jail time. Attorney Erica White has prosecuted and defended DUI cases, including felony DUIs involving children and serious injuries. Now, she brings that knowledge to your defense — challenging breath tests, police stops, and field sobriety procedures to protect your driving privileges and your future.

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations can result in protective orders, child custody issues, and criminal convictions. We defend clients facing spousal abuse, intimate partner violence, and false allegations, providing strategic, discreet representation to preserve your rights and reputation.

Assault & Battery

Whether you’re charged after a bar fight, a road rage incident, or self-defense gone wrong, assault and battery allegations carry serious consequences. We analyze all aspects of your case — including surveillance footage, witness credibility, and police reports — to build a powerful defense.

Homicide

All three attorneys at Kolacia Cervantes & White have successfully defended homicide cases, including first-degree murder, felony murder, and voluntary manslaughter. We bring decades of trial experience and prosecutorial insight to these complex, high-stakes cases, providing the rigorous defense your case demands.

White Collar Crime

Attorney Reno Cervantes spent over seven years in the White Collar Crime Unit at the Riverside District Attorney’s Office. Today, he defends professionals and business owners facing charges of fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, and public corruption. We provide discreet, detail-driven representation for clients whose careers and reputations are at stake.

Weapons Charges

Gun and weapons charges — including felon in possession, concealed carry violations, and enhancements — are heavily prosecuted in Riverside County. We challenge unlawful stops, illegal searches, and overcharged enhancements to protect your Second Amendment rights and fight for the best outcome.

Sex Crimes

A sex crime accusation can be life-changing. We defend clients against charges like sexual assault, statutory rape, and indecent exposure. Our attorneys handle these matters with discretion, compassion, and a deep understanding of the legal and personal challenges involved.