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Criminal Defense
Granted Mental Health Diversion Instead of 17-year Prison Sentence
Criminal Defense
3 Felonies Resulted To No Felonies
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We had a case in El Dorado County which was originally charged as 3 felonies PC § 550(a)(1), PC § 550 (b)(1), and PC § 550 (b)(2) and 2 misdemeanors VC § 20002(a) and VC §10501(a). We negotiated and ultimately resolved for 2 misdemeanors and no felonies, for 30 days alternative sentencing, and one year summary court probation.
Criminal Defense
3RD DUI Results 6 Days in Custody
Criminal Defense
Charges Dropped
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Case of PC § 273.5 involving a boyfriend allegedly strangling his girlfriend briefly after an argument. We resolved for a felony PC § 273.5 with it being dropped to a misdemeanor at the end of probation (unopposed by DA) so long as no new criminal conduct. Additionally, 30 days of alternative sentencing on house arrest.
Criminal Defense
Trial And All Charges Dismissed
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Second DUI, with collision and serious injuries in Sacramento County
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Client’s second DUI, with collision and serious injuries in Sacramento County. Client had a high BAC %, and after negotiation we were able to get them the 4 days in custody that is required by statute, and 20 days of alternative sentencing. Additionally, the client will have 4 years of informal probation with standard terms. Client could have been given up to a year so 20 days is an extraordinary result.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
First DUI by crashing into two cars, with injury to other drivers, and while having a high blood alcohol content
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Client got a first DUI by crashing into two cars, with injury to other drivers, and while having a high blood alcohol content. We argued the case, negotiated, and ultimately plead them to first DUI with 42 days of alternative sentencing and standard probation conditions. Further, we were able to plead with the client to the lesser High Blood Alcohol allegation despite BAC %’s above .20 %. The client could have been sentenced to up to a year for this violation but only received 42 days.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Drove off the road and hit a tree with a very high blood alcohol content in El Dorado County
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Client drove off the road and hit a tree with a very high blood alcohol content in El Dorado County. He was arrested for their first DUI, and we were able to negotiate the high blood alcohol allegation away so that he only had to do 3 months of classes instead of 9 months. Additionally, the client only had to do 10 days of alternative sentencing, along with probation with standard terms, for the offense.
SEX CRIMES
Client was charged with three counts of PC §288(a), Lewd Acts with a Minor Child
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In a recent case the client was charged with three counts of PC §288(a), Lewd Acts with a Minor Child. The client was being held without bail, on a no bail hold. Based on our efforts, we were able to point out the problems in the case and we got the client released on his own recognizance pretrial.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing losing their job after being served with a restraining order
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing a strike after getting into an altercation with a neighbor during a mental health crisis
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Client was facing a strike after getting into an altercation with a neighbor during a mental health crisis. We were able to negotiate a deal with the DA, helping the client to avoid a strike. Importantly, the client was also able to avoid jail time so that he could continue with his recovery and maintain stability in his family.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing a third DUI and a lengthy stint in jail
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Client was on the cusp of losing her lifelong career due to an isolated altercation during the pandemic
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Client was on the cusp of losing her lifelong career due to an isolated altercation during the pandemic. Over the DA’s objection, we were able to persuade the judge to grant diversion so that our client could avoid a conviction and keep her career. In addition to avoiding a conviction, our client did not have to spend any time behind bars.
SEX OFFENDER TIER RELIEF
Facing a sex offense conviction, time behind bars, and a decade of registering as a sex offender
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Client was facing a sex offense conviction, time behind bars, and a decade of registering as a sex offender. Over the DA’s objection, we were able to persuade the judge to allow our client to participate in military diversion. After which, the case against him will be dismissed and he will not have a conviction, have to go to jail, or have to register as a sex offender.
SEX CRIMES
Facing significant prison time after being accused of rape by multiple ex-girlfriends
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Facing a felony resisting arrest charge after having a mental health crisis
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Client was facing a felony resisting arrest charge after having a mental health crisis. We were able to help our client avoid a felony and jail time by getting him into mental health treatment and eventually mental health diversion. Upon completion of mental health diversion, the case against him will be dismissed.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Client was accused of making tens of thousands of dollars in fraudulent credit card purchases
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Client was accused of making tens of thousands of dollars in fraudulent credit card purchases. Client was facing a major felony conviction and months in jail. We were able to eventually get the case dropped to a misdemeanor and client did not have to spend any time in custody. Most importantly, client was able to keep their career.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Getting the client into mental health diversion
Sex Crimes
Client Facing Life in Prison in Child Molestation Case
Criminal Defense
Our Client, a Father Struggling With Ptsd, Was Charged With Domestic Violence
Sex Crimes
Our Veteran Client Was Accused of Sexual Assault and Was Facing Potential Sex Offender Registration
Criminal Defense
Our Client Was Facing Several Years of Jail Time for Being Involved in a Bar Fight
Sex Crimes
Our Client Was in Possession of Child Pornography, but We Were Able to Successfully Suppress the Evidence by Arguing That It Was Obtained Through Unconstitutional Search and Seizure
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Our client was facing charges of child pornography possession, but our team was able to successfully suppress the evidence by arguing that it was obtained through unconstitutional search and seizure. As a result, the evidence was thrown out, and the District Attorney chose not to pursue any further.
Sex Crimes
The Client Possessed Child Pornography, and the District Attorney Sought Felony Charges Against Them
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Our client was found in possession of several images of child pornography, and the District Attorney sought to charge them with a felony. Through negotiation, our team was able to secure a favorable outcome for the client, resulting in a reduced sentence where they only had to register as a sex offender for the minimum number of years instead of being subject to lifetime sex registration.
Sex Crimes
A Coach Was Accused of Sexually Assaulting His Athlete and Faced Potential Jail Time and Being Registered as a Sex Offender
Criminal Defense
Felony Transportation of Marijuana Across State Lines for Purpose of Sale or Distribution reduced to a Misdemeanor
Sex Crimes
Two Misdemeanor counts and no sex offender registration for multiple counts of 288(a), lewd and lascivious act with a child
Sex Offender Tier Relief
Felony conviction reduced to misdemeanor under Penal Code 17(b) and subsequently ALL convictions were dismissed. Client relieved
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Client suffered felony and misdemeanor convictions when younger. Client’s felony conviction was reduced to a misdemeanor for all purposes under Penal Code 17(b) and subsequently, all convictions were dismissed under Penal Code 1203.4. The Client was relieved of all disabilities and penalties associated with the conviction.
Sex Offender Tier Relief
Relieved of the duty to register as a sex offender and removed from Megan’s Law website
Sex Offender Tier Relief
Relieved of duty to register as a Sex Offender
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Petitioned the Court to dismiss the client’s conviction pursuant to Penal Code 1203.4, and subsequently filed a Petition for a Certificate of Rehabilitation. The Court was compelled and granted both requests. Upon the granting of the Certificate of Rehabilitation, the client was relieved of the duty to register as a sex offender.
Criminal Defense
Dismissal of Grand Theft and Residential Burglary
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Original offer was state prison. DNA did not match and case completely dismissed. However, client was arrested for possession of drugs which created a new case. Successfully petitioned the court to grant him eligible for “Diversion Class” which when completed, resulted in a dismissal of those charges as well.
Sex Offender Tier Relief
Relieved of all disabilities and penalties for felony violation of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor under 18 years
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Client was convicted of a felony violation of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor under 18 years of age under Penal Code 261.5. Client’s felony conviction was reduced to a misdemeanor for all purposes under Penal Code 17(b) and subsequently dismissed under Penal Code 1203.4. The Client was relieved of all disabilities and penalties associated with the conviction.
Sex Crimes
Reduced time for possession and receiving child pornography
Criminal Defense
Dismissal for Speeding over 100 MPH and Failure to Appear at Court
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Client failed to appear in court for misdemeanor speeding over 100 mph. Judge found guilty and sent case to collections. Successfully petition the Judge to recall the case from collections and dismiss the failure to appear. Negotiate with DA and had charges dropped from Misdemeanor to a standard speeding ticket for over 65 mph. Made our client eligible for traffic school, after completion resulted in a complete dismissal.
Criminal Defense
Probation and no jail time for assault with a deadly weapon with a car
Sex Crimes
Credit for time served and no sex offender registration for over 40 violations of sexual intercourse and oral copulation
Sex Crimes
Not guilty jury trial and no sex offender registration for oral copulation of a 4 year old and resisting arrest
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Client was charged with oral copulation of a 4-year-old and resisting arrest. Original offer was prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender. After jury trial, client was acquitted of the 148 (resisting) and the jury hung 9 – 3 in favor, Not Guilty on the oral copulation charge. After trial, negotiated a plea to a misdemeanor with no jail time and no sex offender registration.
Sex Offender Tier Relief
Convictions reduced and dismissed of 2 felony counts of oral copulation with someone under 18
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Client convicted of 2 felony counts of oral copulation with someone under 18. Client sought a reduction and dismissal. Court and DA originally agreed that client was ineligible for felony convictions reduced to misdemeanors. After filing points and authority with the court, and oral argument, the court agreed our client was eligible and granted our request to reduce his convictions and dismiss.
Sex Crimes
No sex offender registration or jail time for Indecent Exposure
Sex Crimes
Misdemeanor with community service and no sex offender registration for penetration with a foreign object and oral copulation
Sex Crimes
Misdemeanor charge and eventual dismissal granted for lewd and lascivious acts with a child under 14
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Client was charged with lewd and lascivious acts with child under 14. After jury trial in which they hung favorably, negotiated plea for misdemeanor battery and no sex offender registration. After the completion of probation, we petitioned the Court for a dismissal pursuant to 1203.4 which was granted.
Criminal Defense
California Parole Division sued for false imprisonment of client for a parole violation
Criminal Defense
Found not guilty for Felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Knife)
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District Attorney offered two years state prison and strike on our client’s record. A four-day jury trial was held where we advocated the right to the “self-defense” and “stand your ground” defenses available in California. The jury returned a unanimous verdict of Not Guilty for an acquittal of all felony charges.
Criminal Defense
Finding of Factual Innocence for throwing a beer bottle at a woman causing injury
Criminal Defense
10 years reduced to six months’ time served in Attempted Murder with a weapon
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Client lacerated victim’s face and throat, victim almost died. Original offer for attempted murder was state prison for 10 years. Negotiated with the DA over a long period of time to reduce the charge to assault with a deadly weapon for county jail for one year. Client released after six months with time served.
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