History
Katherine Schwinghammer has been practicing Criminal Defense law on the Central Coast of California since 2006. After gaining experience as a Deputy Public Defender in Santa Barbara County, Katherine Schwinghammer opened her own practice in 2009. Based in Nipomo, California, with meeting facilities available in San Luis Obispo, she is conveniently located to serve clients with criminal cases in San Luis Obispo county and northern Santa Barbara county. Katherine Schwinghammer is committed to obtaining the best result possible for each of her clients. Her priorities include: Keeping clients fully informed; Responding promptly to all client communications; Being personally available to each client as long as their case lasts; Exploring all options to obtain the best possible outcome in each client's unique situation. Katherine Schwinghammer has successfully tried cases to Jury Trial and Court Trial, and has resolved hundreds more favorably without trials. Payment plans available.
Specialties
Defense of criminal cases in the Superior Courts of San Luis Obispo County and northern Santa Barbara County. Representing adults charged with Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Infractions under the Penal Code, Vehicle Code, Health & Safety Code, Business & Professions Code, and other laws. Alleged crimes including: - Driving Under the Influence - Driving at 0.08% BAC or Above - Driving on a Suspended License - Driving Without a License - Hit & Run - Drunk in Public/Public Intoxication - Possession of Alcohol/Open Container - False Identification - Assault - Battery - Domestic Violence - Theft/Petty Theft/Grand Theft/Shoplifting - Burglary - Speeding - Identity Theft/False Personation - Fraud - Vandalism - Trespassing - Warrants - Probation Violations - and many other violations.