In a critical recent decision, charges against Chastaine Jones’s client, Sean Lee Murray, were dropped on Monday. This victory marks a significant turn of events in the pursuit of justice for these innocent defendants.

Details of the Case

The case, which has garnered widespread media attention, involved Moore and Murray facing a staggering 15 felony criminal charges, including animal cruelty, theft by false pretenses, fraud, conspiracy, and grand theft of a dog in connection with Auburn K9, a supposed dog training company in Auburn.

The journey to this pivotal moment began on April 30, 2022, with charges of felony theft by false pretenses after complaints were filed against the business. The Placer County Sheriff’s Office spearheaded the investigation following reports of neglected and abused dogs. It was claimed that Moore and his business partner, Mr. Sean Murray, had deceived clients into believing they were paying for boarding and training services at Auburn K9.

After a grueling three-month trial that ended in a hung jury, Judge Garen J. Horst delivered the long-awaited verdict on Monday. He confirmed the dismissal of charges of fraud, conspiracy, and grand theft of a dog for our client, Mr. Sean Murray.

While the road to justice may have seen its share of twists and turns, the decision to drop charges against Mr. Murray represents a crucial step forward in this case. Our firm stands united in our resolve to seek justice for each and every person we represent.

Chastaine Jones: Your Criminal Defense Ally

Here at Chastaine Jones, we are more than just lawyers–we are advocates for the victims of the system. We celebrate this victory and remain committed to ensuring that the rights of each and every client, regardless of the crimes they have been accused of, are protected.