Immigration Complications Avoided
My client was charged with a hit and run. I collected positive information about my client, including proof of a valid driver’s license and insurance. My client demonstrated they could obey all laws for three months, and the District Attorney agreed to dismiss the case and seal the arrest records. This protected my client from having to deal with complications during the immigration process. Continue reading →
Diversion Leads to Dismissal
My client was charged with underage drinking. I collected positive information about my client and presented it to the District Attorney and to the Judge. The Judge agreed to give my client a chance in diversion. Once my client completed community service, and two 4-hour classes about underage drinking and drug and alcohol awareness, the judge agreed to dismiss the charge and seal the arrest records. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed
My client was charged with discharging a firearm with gross negligence. Alcohol was involved. I worked with my client to collect positive information about them, including proof that my client had attended AA meetings regularly for six months. I provided the positive information to the District Attorney and they agreed to dismiss the charges. All arrest records were sealed. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed and Arrest Records Sealed
My client was charged with two counts of driving on a suspended license. I worked with my client to secure DMV waivers in California because my client relocated to Tennessee. My client obtained a Tennessee driver’s license and we provided proof of that to the District Attorney. The District Attorney dismissed the case and my client’s arrest records were sealed. Continue reading →
Case Dismissed at First Appearance
My client was charged with four counts of shoplifting. I worked with my client to have them complete a theft awareness class before the first court date and provided proof of class completion to the District Attorney. Because my client was proactive and completed the class, the District Attorney dismissed all counts at the first court appearance. All arrest records were sealed. 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Case Dismissed
My client was charged with child abuse for allowing her grandchild to dispose of Fentanyl. My client had no criminal history. I showed the DA proof that my client had completed a 4 hour drug and alcohol awareness class and asked them to dismiss the case. After considering the information I provided, the DA agreed. Continue reading →