Runkle Law Firm is a dedicated California criminal defense practice focused on protecting clients’ rights, families, careers, and freedom. With a strong emphasis on high-stakes and complex cases, the firm stands out for its personalized approach and direct attorney-client communication, ensuring each case receives the focused attention it deserves.
Led by M. Joseph Runkle, an attorney with over a decade of experience and a proven track record of not guilty verdicts and dismissals, the firm takes on a limited number of cases to devote extensive resources and trial skills to each client. The team is committed to defending individuals across Sacramento and the Central Valley, offering strategic, honest counsel tailored to the unique circumstances of each situation.
Services Offered
- DUI Defense (VC § 23152(a), VC § 23152(b))
- DUI Causing Injury (VC § 23153)
- Under Age DUI (VC § 23136, VC § 23140)
- Misdemeanor Defense (Criminal Threats, Identity Theft, Petty Theft, Receiving Stolen Property, Reckless Driving, Resisting Arrest, Stalking)
- Felony Defense (Arson, Burglary, Car Jacking, Child Endangerment, Embezzlement, False Imprisonment, Grand Theft, Kidnapping)
- Domestic Violence Cases (Corporal Injury to Spouse or Cohabitant, Domestic Battery)
- Violent Felony Defense (Assault, Gross Vehicular Manslaughter, Hit and Run, Murder, Robbery)
- Drug Crimes Defense (Narcotics Manufacturing, Possession of Meth, Possession for Sale, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Sales or Transportation of a Controlled Substance)
The firm primarily serves clients in Sacramento and the surrounding Central Valley region, with additional expertise in cannabis business law through of-counsel representation, covering business organization, licensing, compliance, and civil disputes for commercial cannabis companies statewide.
