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Attorney Matthew Barhoma Featured on CourtTV to Discuss Criminal Defense Cases
California Criminal Defense Attorney Matthew Barhoma of Power Trial Lawyers was recently featured live on CourtTV, where he provided legal analysis on a highly watched sentencing in a second-degree murder case.
In this segment, Mr. Barhoma broke down how sentencing works in such serious cases under California law, where punishment can often mean decades behind bars. The discussion highlighted the balance judges must strike between aggravating circumstances, mitigating factors, and the statutory sentencing guidelines.
You can watch the full feature here:
Criminal Defense and Sentencing in California
Second-degree murder in California carries a sentence of 15 years to life in state prison, but circumstances can extend or reduce exposure depending on the facts and arguments presented. The CourtTV feature explored how discretion comes into play—whether the court leans toward the statutory minimum or imposes harsher consequences based on aggravating factors.
Attorney Barhoma explained that strong defense advocacy is critical in these moments. From presenting mitigating evidence to challenging prosecutorial arguments, defense counsel has the power to influence sentencing outcomes dramatically.
Criminal Defense Representation Across Southern California
What played out on national television reflects the same battles defendants face in courtrooms across Southern California every day. At Power Trial Lawyers, we represent clients charged with serious felonies and misdemeanors in all regional courts, including:
- Los Angeles County – Clara Shortridge Foltz (CCB), LAX, Van Nuys, Compton, and more
- Orange County – Central Justice Center (Santa Ana), West Justice Center (Westminster), and additional branches
- San Diego County – Downtown, South, North, and East County courthouses
- Riverside County – Riverside Hall of Justice, Southwest (Murrieta), Indio Larson Justice Center
- San Bernardino County – San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville
- Ventura County – Ventura Hall of Justice
- Santa Barbara County – Santa Barbara and Santa Maria courthouses
- Kern County – Bakersfield and surrounding courts
Wherever your case is filed, our team is experienced in navigating both the law and the local courtroom dynamics.
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CourtTV sought out Attorney Barhoma for his perspective on one of the most serious crimes under California law. That same knowledge and insight is what we bring into every case we defend.
When you or a loved one is facing charges—whether it’s domestic violence, DUI, firearms, fraud, or serious and violent offenses—you need a defense team that understands how to fight for your future.
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