Not Guilty!
My client was cited for going 16 mph over the speed limit. I wrote a declaration for the court explaining the reason for the excess speed and attached evidence to support it. After reading my declaration and that of the officer, the judge determined that my client was not guilty. Continue reading →
Charges Dismissed by District Attorney
My client was charged with driving on a suspended license and drug possession. He struggled for years with another attorney to demonstrate that he had completed the required DUI school. He did everything he could to preserve his ability to get his license back. When he came to me, he had enrolled in the DUI school and made significant progress, but still had almost a year of time before it would be complete. I spoke with the District Attorney on his behalf and was able to convey to her how much work my client had put into his case. The District Attorney agreed to dismiss the charges. Continue reading →
Clients Keep Their License to Drive
I successfully litigated two recent DMV hearings where I fought the suspension of my clients’ driver’s licenses. I fully litigated both hearings, calling expert witnesses to provide favorable reports and testimony. Both of those clients had their driving suspensions set aside and their licenses reinstated.
Client Released from Jail-Charges Reduced
My 19 year old client was in custody on a no-bail hold while he faced serious charges involving robbery and participation in a criminal street gang. He was alleged to have been with a group of kids who tried to enter a marijuana grow. Some kids were armed, but my client wasn’t and there were no guns in his car. We prepared and went to Preliminary Hearing, where the District Attorney decided not to proceed on the gang allegation and the judge dismissed the robbery for lack of evidence. Based on this, the no-bail hold was modified and my client was released to his family. Continue reading →
Felony Dismissed – Prison Avoided
My client was charged with one felony and five misdemeanors. He was looking at 16 months in state prison and multiple charges on his record. We set trial and prepared to fight the case. Ultimately, the District Attorney offered to drop everything except one misdemeanor. My client admitted the misdemeanor, avoiding a felony record and a state prison sentence. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed
My client was charged with battery. I investigated the case and found evidence that the alleged victim had a motive to exaggerate her story about my client. I presented the evidence to the DA, and pointed out other problems with their case (lack of evidence and excessive force used by police.) After many conversations, the District Attorney decided to dismiss the case. Continue reading →
Felony Dismissed, Bail Reduced
My client was in custody facing a felony ammunition charge. We challenged the District Attorney’s evidence at a Preliminary Hearing. The judge dismissed the felony charge. Based on that we were able to get my client’s bail reduced so that she could get out of custody. Continue reading →
Felony Charges Dismissed at Hearing
My client was in custody, pending felony charges. We challenged the District Attorney’s evidence at a Preliminary Hearing. The felonies were dismissed. My client was able to resolve her case for misdemeanor charges and was released from custody. Continue reading →
Dismissed and Sealed
My client was accused of underage drinking and having a fake ID. I encouraged the client to complete two online courses: a drug and alcohol awareness class, and a life skills class. I presented proof of completion to the DA and the DA agreed to allow my client to participate in a 3 month diversion program. My client successfully completed diversion. The case was dismissed and the arrest record was sealed. Continue reading →
Felony Charge Reduced
My client was charged in Truckee with felony assault with a deadly weapon. I presented evidence to the DA that showed my client acted in self-defense. I demonstrated that my client did not have a criminal history, had been steadily employed for a period of time, and had good standing in the Truckee community. After considering everything, the DA agreed to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. Continue reading →
Mistaken Identity Defense Successful
My client was accused of participating in a department store theft, based solely on an officer identifying her on the surveillance tape. We tracked down the other charged participant who confirmed that the person who was with him in the store was another woman, not my client. I provided this evidence to the District Attorney, who reviewed it with the officers. The District Attorney dismissed the case in the interest of justice. Continue reading →
Motion to Suppress Results in Dismissal
My client was charged with serious drug offenses. Review of the police officers’ body-worn camera footage revealed that they had violated my client’s 4th Amendment right to be free of unreasonable searches and seizures. I filed a motion to suppress the evidence collected and we went to hearing. After seeing the video, the judge agreed that the police had acted unlawfully. The evidence was suppressed, leaving the District Attorney unable to prove their case. The charges were dismissed. Continue reading →
Client Avoids Prison
My client faced at least three years in prison on a robbery charge. We pushed the case to trial quickly, hired an expert to testify regarding self-defense, and filed numerous motions regarding the criminal history of the complaining witness. We forced a quick resolution for a less serious charge and my client was released from custody, avoiding prison altogether. Continue reading →
Motion to Dismiss Granted
My client was charged with contempt of court. I thoroughly investigated the case and we went to trial. I made a motion to dismiss at trial, at the close of the other party’s case. The judge granted my motion and dismissed the case. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed
My client faced a drug possession charge, failed to appear in court several times, and lost custody of her children based on her drug use. After losing her children, she got sober and stayed that way for almost two years, earning back her custody rights. When she returned to criminal court, I told the judge about her progress, detailing all the positive changes my client had made in her life since her arrest. I asked the judge to dismiss the case entirely, in the interests of justice. The judge agreed and all charges were dismissed. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed, Arrest Record Sealed
My client was accused of a hit and run. I advised my client to complete an online driver’s safety course and presented proof of that to the DA, along with other positive information about my client. The DA agreed to let my client participate in a three month diversion program. My client successfully completed diversion, the case was dismissed, and the arrest record was sealed. Continue reading →
Charges Dropped
My client was charged with misdemeanor Disturbing the Peace at Donner Lake. By giving the DA evidence that showed a more complete picture of the charged incident, I was able to demonstrate that prosecution was not warranted in this case. The DA agreed and dismissed the case outright.
Charge Reduced
My client was charged with Unlawful Burning at a Tahoe area campground. He was a young man who was fishing next to a pond. He started a small fire to keep warm. Unfortunately, the fire was not in an approved campfire ring, so he was cited for a misdemeanor. I presented evidence to the DA of my client’s youth, his cooperation with authorities, and his willingness to take responsibility for his mistake. The DA agreed to reduce the charge to an infraction and allowed my client to do community service as a penalty, instead of paying fines. Continue reading →
Second Amendment Rights Protected
My client was charged with manufacturing a firearm, a felony. If convicted, he would have lost his right to own firearms for life. I gathered positive information about my client and kept negotiating with the District Attorney until they agreed to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor and defer the prosecution for six months. If my client completes a class, the case will be dismissed altogether. Continue reading →
Charges Dismissed
My client was charged in a felony conspiracy to assault individuals with a firearm. I investigated the case and was able to show the District Attorney that no gun was present and that their witness had lied. I provided proof of my client’s employment and lack of criminal history, and the District Attorney agreed to dismiss the case in the interest of justice. Continue reading →