San Luis Obispo Environmental Crimes Attorneys
Fighting to Help Clients Accused of Environmental Offenses
If you or your business has been accused of harming the environment, you must hire a knowledgeable attorney immediately. California has strict laws and penalties to protect natural resources and curb environmental risk factors such as greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. Alteration of stream beds, harvesting trees near a creek, or dumping soil or any other material into a creek can all be treated as criminal offenses.
Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C. is a San Luis Obispo County law firm with extensive experience in environmental law and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys are well-prepared to defend clients who may be facing environmental law violations.
If you are concerned about a situation involving the environment, before being cited or contacted by law enforcement, you should contact Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C. to schedule a free initial consultation so we may determine how to avoid being prosecuted or how to minimize the possible risks you might otherwise face.
What is Considered an Environmental Crime in California?
Individuals or private companies may be charged with a crime if they have participated in actions that lead to even minor or significant environmental damage. Examples of California environmental crimes include:
- Dumping hazardous waste
- Leaks from underground storage tanks
- Oil spills
- Improper management of pesticides
- Altering creek beds
- Harvesting trees or growing plants near a creek
What are the Benefits of Hiring an Environmental Crimes Lawyer to Represent Me?
Anyone facing environmental law violations should never try to handle their case without a well-qualified lawyer on their side.
Some of the most significant reasons to hire an environmental lawyer include:
- Environmental law is overly complex and challenging to understand without legal training
- We can negotiate a favorable settlement for you or, if necessary, take your case to trial
- Strategic planning can avoid trial and save you money
What are the Criminal Penalties for California Environmental Crimes?
California prosecutors often try to make examples of those who are accused of environmental offenses to serve as a warning to others not to repeat the same behavior.
If you or your business is found guilty of an environmental crime, you could be ordered to pay steep fines and restitution ranging up to tens of thousands of dollars and pay mandatory clean-up costs. Additionally, depending on the severity of the crime, you could be ordered to serve jail or prison time.
Why Should I Trust Your San Luis Obispo Environmental Crimes Lawyers to Help Me With My Legal Needs?
Regardless of the charges that you may be facing, you must hire an environmental lawyer as early as possible who can begin to build a solid defense on your behalf. Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C. assists clients with various environmental issues and would be honored to help you with your legal needs.
Our criminal defense attorney team has over 80+ years of combined experience and knows what it takes to get results.
Contact Stein-Conaway Law Firm, P.C. at our San Luis Obispo law office by calling 805-439-6069 today to schedule a free initial consultation and learn how we can help.