Christopher J. Whelton

Christopher J. Whelton

Practicing criminal defense in Murrieta since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
3.6 ★
3 client reviews
6
Bar admissions

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Christopher J. Whelton is a member based in Murrieta, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense. Christopher has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office Of Christopher J Whelton Apc. Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Based in
Murrieta, CA
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · DV Defense
  • Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense matters from Murrieta, CA.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Christopher J. Whelton: Christopher J. Whelton is a member based in Murrieta, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and DV Defense. Christopher has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office Of Christopher J Whelton Apc. Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Biography

About Christopher J. Whelton

I have been an attorney for over 31 years. Currently I practice criminal defense in all southern California Superior Courts including Murrieta, Riverside, Banning, Vista, San Diego, Indio, Rancho Cucamonga, Fullerton and others. I represent adult and juvenile clients charged with all levels of misdemeanor and felony offenses including DUI, domestic violence, theft, assault, battery, drugs, violent crimes, sex crimes, gang allegations, homicides, and Violations of Probation. I also represent clients at the Department of Motor Vehicles.

• 2021 Named Top Ten Criminal Defense Attorney in California by Attorney Practice and Office Magazine

• 10/10 Superb Rating by AVVO.com Attorney Rating service

• Rated #1 Criminal Defense Attorney Murrieta CA for 2022 by Expertise.com

• "AV" Rated by Martindale Hubbell Attorney Rating Service

• Perfect 5/5 star Reviews on Yelp.com

Credentials

Education

  • Thomas Jefferson School of Law

    J.D. · 1989

  • University of Colorado

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1995 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1994 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • Vermont

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1991 · ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • AV Preeminent

Affiliations

Professional memberships

  • San Diego County, Rutland County, Vermont and American Bar Associations State Bar of California San Diego County Trial Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute

    membership

Locations

Office locations

Main office

Law Office Of Christopher J Whelton Apc

30754 Wealth Street

Murrieta, CA 92563

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Client feedback

What clients say about Christopher J. Whelton

3.6

3 client reviews

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  • What areas of law does Christopher J. Whelton practice?

    Christopher J. Whelton focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, DV Defense, General, and Probation.

  • Where is Christopher J. Whelton located?

    Christopher J. Whelton primarily serves clients in Murrieta, California, with an office at 30754 Wealth Street.

  • How experienced is Christopher J. Whelton?

    Christopher J. Whelton has 35 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1991.

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