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 →
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 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 →
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 →
Diversion Granted
My client was cited for a misdemeanor state parks violation. At the first court appearance, I brought to the judge’s attention my client’s youth, lack of prior record, education, and employment status. After considering this information, the judge granted diversion for the limited period of one month, allowing my client to earn a dismissal of the misdemeanor. 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Marijuana DUI – No Charges Filed
My client was arrested for a DUI based on allegedly having marijuana in his system. I created a packet citing scientific articles that explain how marijuana impairment is not correlated with field sobriety tests or toxicology results. I pointed out that my client did not drive poorly, was only stopped for a fix-it ticket violation, and cooperated with police. After considering all of the information I provided, the District Attorney decided not to file any charges. 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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Felony Charge Reduced-Jail Time Avoided
My client was charged with felony conspiracy to commit a crime. We fought the charge at a preliminary hearing, and succeeded in getting the judge to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. I was able to demonstrate to the District Attorney how difficult it would be for them to prove the case at trial, and highlighted my client’s youth and lack of prior record. The District Attorney agreed to resolve the case for no further jail time. Continue reading →