Davis W. Hewitt Law Office

High-quality criminal defense representation in Chico

Described by the owner as a legal powerhouse in Northern California, the Davis W. Hewitt Law Office provides high-quality legal defense services to residents of Butte County and beyond. Mr. Hewitt is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who uses his knowledge and experience to defend the accused and mitigate both direct and collateral consequences. He provides unparalleled service to his clients and handles all state misdemeanor and felony offenses, from minor in possession to special circumstances murder. He considers driving under the influence and domestic violence defense his specialties. Achieving fair and just outcomes for each client is the office's highest priority.

About the Owner

Davis has extensive experience handling criminal cases and has litigated what he reports as just about every issue the accused will confront in state court, from compassionate release petitions to complex motions in special circumstances murder prosecutions. His litigation is also responsible for published case authority and legal precedent in criminal law: Molina v. Superior Court (2024) 103 Cal. App. 5th 291.

As lead counsel, Davis has handled over 50 jury trials to verdict. He has appeared in courtrooms throughout the state and in cases ranging in seriousness from minor in possession of alcohol to special circumstances murder. Davis can also provide support for cases attracting significant media attention.

Davis brings with him insight into every aspect of criminal defense. He graduated from UC Berkeley, majoring in Anthropology, and later earned his law degree from UC Hastings College of the Law. He lives in Chico and spends his free time reading, running, and telling his dachshunds, Dima and Igor, to "please calm down."

What do you love about being in Downtown Chico?

"Great food and drinks! And also really good criminal defense attorneys."

What is your favorite Downtown Chico event?

"Treat Street."