Military Defense Lawyers For Camp Pendleton, Miramar And Naval Base San Diego
When service members at Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, MCRD San Diego, or Naval Base San Diego face legal challenges, we understand the urgency of finding qualified representation. Our firm provides dedicated military defense services throughout Southern California, ensuring those who serve our country receive the vigorous advocacy they deserve.
Extensive Command Knowledge Across San Diego Military Installations
Attorney Phillip Stackhouse maintains an active presence at every major Southern California installation where Marines, Sailors, and Coast Guardsmen face UCMJ proceedings — Camp Pendleton, MCAS Miramar, MCRD San Diego, Naval Base San Diego (32nd Street), Naval Base Coronado, Naval Base Point Loma, Naval Air Station North Island, and Coast Guard Sector San Diego. We know the courtrooms, staff judge advocate offices, and command structures that control your case. This experience lets us navigate base-specific procedures and respond immediately when time-sensitive matters arise.
Navigating San Diego’s Dual-Jurisdiction Environment
Off-base conduct in Oceanside, Coronado or downtown San Diego can trigger simultaneous action from both California civilian prosecutors and your military command. The San Diego County District Attorney can file state charges while your command simultaneously initiates NJP, an administrative separation or court-martial proceedings for identical conduct. We defend service members across both California Superior Court and military tribunals.
Common Questions About San Diego Military Defense
Service members facing UCMJ action in Southern California need immediate answers to critical questions about their cases. We provide some of them below:
Where will my court-martial take place?
Your branch determines the location. Most Navy and Coast Guard cases litigated in Southern California occure at Navy Base San Diego’s 32nd Street courtroom facility. Each of the three Marine Corps bases has one or more courtroom facilities, and generally, cases proceed at the base where the Marine is stationed.
Do I have the right to hire my own lawyer?
Yes. The UCMJ grants you the right to retain civilian counsel regardless of your branch of service or duty station. Attorney Stackhouse works directly with your assigned military defense counsel throughout your case.
What if I get arrested off base in San Diego?
You immediately face exposure in two separate systems. San Diego County prosecutors can file criminal charges in civilian court while your command launches its own investigation, potentially resulting in court-martial, NJP or administrative separation proceedings for the same incident.
Comprehensive UCMJ Representation
As an experienced UCMJ lawyer, Stackhouse Law Firm handles the full spectrum of military justice cases. From administrative separations to complex court-martial cases, we provide thorough representation at every stage. Our court-martial defense attorney services include pretrial investigations, Article 32 hearings and full trial defense. His experience defending service members at MCRD San Diego extends back to 1984, giving our firm unmatched regional institutional knowledge.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
If you are stationed at Camp Pendleton, Miramar, MCRD San Diego, Naval Base San Diego, or Naval Air Station North Island and require military defense representation, contact our firm immediately at 855-678-1399 or send us an email. We are prepared to discuss your situation and begin building your defense strategy without delay.
Stackhouse Law Firm, Ltd. - Military Defender
4660 La Jolla Village Dr
Suites 100
San Diego, CA 92122
Phone: 855-678-1399