Three Strikes Defense in Ontario, CA
California’s Three Strikes law is one of the toughest sentencing laws in the nation. If you have two prior “strike” convictions and are charged with a third, you could face 25 years to life in prison — even for a non-violent offense. Prosecutors use this law to pressure defendants into harsh plea deals, but with the right defense, there are ways to fight back.
At GBART Law, we defend clients in Ontario, CA, and across San Bernardino County who are facing life-changing Three Strikes cases.
How the Three Strikes Law Works
A “strike” is usually a serious or violent felony, such as robbery, burglary, assault, or homicide. If convicted of three strikes:
- You may receive a sentence of 25 years to life in prison
- A second strike can double the standard sentence for a new felony
- Enhancements can increase penalties even further
These laws often punish people far more severely than the crime itself would otherwise require.
How We Defend Three Strikes Cases
We work to reduce or avoid strike consequences by:
- Challenging whether prior convictions truly count as strikes
- Fighting to dismiss or reduce current charges
- Filing motions to “strike a prior strike” under Romero rulings
- Negotiating alternatives to life sentences when the evidence is strong
Our goal is to keep clients from facing excessive, unjust penalties.
Why Choose GBART Law?
- Results: We’ve prevented clients from receiving life sentences and negotiated much lighter outcomes.
- Experience: With backgrounds as police officer, prosecutor, and defense attorney, we know how to challenge Three Strikes cases.
- Passion: We believe everyone deserves a fair chance — not a lifetime behind bars for one mistake too many.
Call GBART Law Today
If you or a loved one is facing a third strike in the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino, you cannot wait. Call (951) 221-3998 now for a free, confidential consultation with GBART Law.