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1st time DUI/Drugs
- DUI
CASE DISMISSED
Client was contacted by law enforcement after allegations of suspicious
activity. While officer checked the parking lot for criminal activity,
he allegedly heard the sounds of voices and car doors closing from an
adjoining business complex. Officer then allegedly observed brake lights
illuminate to a vehicle and ran back to his own patrol. He then allegedly
observed a vehicle exit the adjoining business complex. Officer proceeded
to initiate a traffic stop of the vehicle and a DUI investigation followed
shortly thereafter. Defense and Result: After thorough investigations
and witness interviews, defense had enough information to believe that
the search of client was based on illegal conduct. The search was based
on illegal conduct. A motion to suppress evidence hearing was scheduled.
Witnesses were called to the stand, questioned and cross-examined by defense.
Exhibits were entered into the record as evidence. As a result, the Judge
granted defense’s request and motion to suppress all evidence against
client. The case was subsequently dismissed.
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2nd DUI
- DUI
No Driver's License Suspension
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2nd DUI with Drugs
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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2nd DUI/Under 21, BAC Breath .04
- DUI
Case Dismissed
No license suspension
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3rd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Alcohol/ Uppers and Downers
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Assault and Battery Charges
Case Dismissed
Client was arrested for allegedly throwing a bottle out of the vehicle
and towards a pedestrian. After extensive investigations, research, witness
interviews and discovery review, our office reached an agreement with
the District Attorney's office. All charges were dismissed against
our client.
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BAC .04 with Marijuana – 1st DUI – Under 21
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client had allegedly been swerving when law enforcement conducted a stop
on the vehicle. Law enforcement began questioning client, conducted field
sobriety tests and client was arrested for allegedly driving under the
influence of alcohol and marijuana. A motion to suppress evidence and
motion to compel discovery were both filed. Case was subsequently dismissed.
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BAC .06 - Possession of alcohol & marijuana/Under 21
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC .06 with Speed Enhancement
- DUI
Case Reduced to Dry Reckless
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BAC .07 & Evading Police
- DUI
Charge Dismissed
Reduced to Wet Reckless and Evading Police
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BAC .07 - DUI Jury Trial
- DUI
Charges Dropped
Found Not Guilty on All charges
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BAC .08 - DUI
- DUI
Case dismissed
Won DMV hearing-No license suspension
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BAC .08 - DUI/alcohol - 2 counts
- DUI
Found Not Guilty on All Charges
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BAC .09 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Case reduced to wet reckless
Won DMV hearing-no license suspension
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BAC .10 & BAC Blood .08 - DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC .12 - 1 st DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Case reduced to wet reckless
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BAC .12 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
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BAC .12 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Case reduced to Wet Reckless & terminal disposition/probation
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BAC .12 - Under 21
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC .12 - Under 21 & Public Intoxication-1st DUI
- DUI
All Charges Dismissed
Won DMV hearing -no license suspension
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BAC .13 - BAC w/ Drugs - Under 21 Driver
- DUI
Reduced to Reckless
Won DMV Hearing
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BAC .14 - 1 st DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Case reduced to wet reckless
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BAC .15 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Reduced to Wet Reckless
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BAC .15 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Reduced to Reckless
Won DMV Hearing
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BAC .15 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
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BAC .15 - DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
Won DMV hearing
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BAC .16 - 1 st DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Case reduced to wet reckless- Won DMV hearing
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BAC .17 - 1st DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
Won DMV hearing
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BAC .17 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Won DMV Hearing
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BAC .24 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
No Jail Time
Won DMV Hearing
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BAC .24 - BAC/Refusal-1st DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
Won DMV hearing
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BAC .25 - 2nd DUI w/ Injuries
- DUI
No Jail Time
Won DMV Hearing
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BAC .25 – 5th DUI
- DUI
No Jail Time
A client picked up a 5th DUI which is classified as a Felony in the State
of California. The case also included an accident, a charge for Hit and
Run, another charge for Resisting Arrest and a charge for Driving on Suspended
License. Client was facing 3 years in State Prison PLUS 2 years of Orange
County Jail. In court, we avoided jail time and our client was ordered
to complete a 1 year residential treatment program in lieu of jail.
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BAC .30 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
Won DMV hearing
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BAC – Refusal Case – 2nd DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
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BAC Blood .08 – 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
Law Enforcement was dispatched to a scene where client collided with a
vehicle and fled the scene. The authorities located the client and held
an investigation to determine if client was the driver of the vehicle
involved in the collision. Client admitted driving the vehicle to law
enforcement. A DUI investigation ensued and client was subsequently arrested
for driving under the influence of alcohol. Client chose to take a blood
test after the arrest was made.
Defense and Result: Several court appearances were made which included lengthy discussions
with the Assistant District Attorney. Issues included a language barrier
and witnesses involved in the case. After thoroughly reviewing all evidence,
the case was reduced to the Wet Reckless.
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BAC Blood .08 – 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client was stopped by law enforcement for allegedly speeding. Law enforcement
claimed that as the vehicle turned, the tires allegedly screeched on the
pavement and that the truck bounced up and down. Client was detained and
questioned as part of a DUI investigation. Client was subsequently arrested
for DUI. Motion to suppress evidence was filed with the court and argued.
Motion was granted by the judge and the case was dismissed.
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BAC Blood .09 – 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
Client was contacted by law enforcement for allegedly having a headlight
out on his vehicle. The officer stated that client had bloodshot, glass
and watery eyes. Officer also stated that client’s speech was thick
and slurred. Officer administered Field Sobriety tests on client including
the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, Vertical Gaze Nystagmus, One Leg Stand
and Finger to Nose tests. Client admitted to having a glass of wine. Client
was subsequently arrested and chose to take a blood test.
Defense and Result: The Assistant District Attorney assured Defense Attorney that they do
not reduce cases with blood levels at .09. After several court appearance,
discussions with the D.A. and reviewing the evidence in the case including
the video, the case was reduced to the Wet Reckles
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BAC Blood .10 - DUI and Child Endangerment
- DUI
No License Suspension, DMV Set Aside
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BAC Blood .12 – 1st time DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
Client was contacted by law enforcement for allegedly almost causing a
collision on the highway. Officer stated he detected a strong and distinct
odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the vehicle. Client admitted
to having some champagne earlier in the day and also to taking a prescription
drug prior to driving. The officer administered Field Sobriety tests including
the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test and the Walk and Turn. Client was arrested
for driving under the influence.
Defense and Result: After extensive review of blood results, lab results and other facts in
the case a motion to suppress evidence hearing was heard and a Jury Trial
was scheduled. On the first day of Jury Trial, more discussion occurred
between Assistant District Attorney and Defense Attorney. An agreement
was reached and the case was reduced from a DUI down to a wet reckless.
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BAC Blood .14 – Refusal – 2nd time DUI
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
Client was contacted by law enforcement after allegedly running through
a red light and swerving lanes. Client took field sobriety tests and was
subsequently arrested. Client originally lost her license for one year.
Soon thereafter, our office filed a Petition for Writ of Mandate for the
court to review DMV’s decision in suspending client’s driving
privileges. We reached an agreement with the Attorney General’s
office, the case was dismissed and client obtained her driving privileges
once again. In the criminal court, case was reduced to a wet reckless.
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BAC Blood .15
- DUI
No License Suspension
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BAC Blood .15 – 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed, Won DMV hearing
Client was stopped by law enforcement for allegedly having a rear brake
light that was not functioning properly. DMV case had originally been
lost. Law enforcement video showed that client’s brake light was
working well. Filed motion to dismiss evidence hearing in court. Motion
to dismiss evidence was granted by the Judge and client’s case was
dismissed. Re-opened the DMV hearing and presented new evidence. Won DMV
and client regained his driving privileges.
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BAC Blood .15 – 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Law enforcement initiated a traffic stop of client for not having a functioning
rear tail light. Motion to suppress evidence paperwork was filed with
the court. After cross-examining the police officer and submission of
further evidence, motion to suppress was granted and case was dismissed.
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BAC Blood .16 – 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client was stopped for allegedly lane straddling in violation of CVC 21658(a).
Law enforcement also allegedly saw swerving and conducted a traffic stop.
Client performed field sobriety tests and was arrested for allegedly being
under the influence of alcohol and unable to operate a vehicle safely.
Client took a blood test. A motion to suppress evidence pursuant to Penal
Code 1538.5 was filed and argued before the court. The court found that
taking of blood in this case was non-consensual and a warrant should have
been obtained first by law enforcement before taking client’s blood.
The motion to suppress evidence was granted and the case was dismissed.
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BAC Blood .16 – DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Motion to Suppress Evidence Hearing based on recent McNeely court case decision.
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BAC Blood .17 – 1st DUI with Accident
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless and No Jail
Client was involved in a vehicle traffic collision. Client was contacted
by law enforcement at the scene and was placed under investigation for
DUI. A series of field sobriety tests were administered. Client was arrested
for allegedly violating vehicle code 23152(a) – Driving While Under
the Influence of Alcohol.
Defense and Result: After lengthy conversations between the Defense Attorney and the Deputy
District Attorney assigned to this case, the case was reduced to a wet
reckless driving, vehicle code 23103 pursuant to vehicle code 23103.5.
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BAC Blood .17 and Prescription Drugs – 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client’s vehicle was stopped on the road. Law enforcement contacted
the client. Since it was client’s vehicle, law enforcement believed
client was the driver and client initially admitted to driving the vehicle.
It turned out that client had in fact, not been driving the vehicle. After
proving that client was not the driver of the vehicle, client’s
case was dismissed.
Defense and Result: After several discussions with the Assistant District Attorney and review
of the evidence that was available, the District Attorney filed a Motion
to Dismiss. The Judge granted the motion and the case was dismissed.
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BAC Blood .18-Client allegedly refused test, forced blood
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Motion to Suppress Evidence hearing-Motion Granted
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BAC Blood .19 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Blood .19 - 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Blood .19 – 2nd DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client was contacted by California Highway Patrol for allegedly driving
without headlights. As the vehicle entered the freeway, the headlights
were turned on. After being detained and questioned, client was ultimately
arrested for allegedly driving under the influence. Motion to suppress
evidence was heard in court. Motion was granted by the judge and the case
was dismissed.
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BAC Blood .21 – 1st time DUI
- DUI
Early Termination of Probation & Expungement
Client was convicted of a 1st time DUI and was ordered to serve 3 years of informal probation. Client
paid court fines and fees and completed a court-ordered alcohol program.
In the middle of the probation time, client sought to terminate this probation
early so he is not held back from future career advancement. Opportunities
and promotions were coming up within his current company and client did
not want to miss those opportunities due to being on informal probation
with the court.
Defense and Result: During client’s probation time, he had no violations and completed
all terms and conditions. A motion was filed, argued, and the judge granted
early termination of probation. Shortly thereafter, a motion to expunge
the case was filed and heard. Petition for expungement was granted.
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BAC Breath .04 – 1 st time DUI/Under 21 – Zero Tolerance
- DUI
Found Not Guilty, Regained Driving Privileges
Client was stopped by law enforcement for allegedly not having vehicle
headlights turned on. Client was charged with being under 21 and driving
under the influence of alcohol. There is "zero tolerance" for
under 21 drivers and they must have .00 alcohol in their system. APS/DMV
hearing was held for the client and client initially lost driving privileges.
Court Trial began and client was subsequently found "not guilty"
of DUI charges. Our office notified the DMV of the court acquittal. DMV
then "Set Aside" client's suspension action – driving
privileges would have been suspended for 1 year – and client won
back his driving privileges.
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BAC Breath .06
- DUI
CASE REJECTED
Law Enforcement contacted client during the course of a traffic collision
investigation. The time of the collision was established from a 911 call
received by law enforcement dispatch. The police officer administered
a series of field sobriety tests and determined that client was driving
under the influence of alcohol at the time of the collision. Defense and
result: At the courthouse, the defense attorney discussed the case and
specific issues with the District Attorney in regards to this incident.
After some time and a lengthy conversation, the District Attorney determined
that he would not be filing the case against our client and officially
rejected the case.
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BAC Breath .08
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
No License Suspension
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BAC Breath .09
- DUI
CASE DISMISSED
Client was driving a motorcycle and was pulled over by to law enforcement for allegedly failing to signal while changing lanes and for allegedly running a red light. Client was under 21 at the time of the stop. The officer documented symptoms of being under the influence, field sobriety test results and preliminary alcohol screening results. The officer formed an opinion that driver was under the influence of an alcoholic beverage leading to client’s arrest. Client was charged with 2 counts of driving under the influence and 1 count of unlawfully providing false information to the police officer.
Defense and Result: Defense attorney conducted thorough investigations and evidence review. Paperwork for a motion to suppress evidence hearing was filed and the hearing was heard in front of a Judge. Witnesses, including the police officer, were sworn in and testified. The motion to suppress evidence was granted and all 3 charges were dismissed.
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BAC Breath .10 – 1st DUI
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Client was contacted by law enforcement for allegedly weaving and drifting
across lane lines. Client was detained and questioned as part of a DUI
investigation. Client arrested for allegation of DUI. Motion to suppress
evidence hearing filed and scheduled with the court. Case was argued and
the motion was granted by the judge.
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BAC Breath .10-Motion to Suppress Evidence-Granted
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Breath .10-Motion to Suppress-Evidence Granted
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Breath .12 & .11
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Breath .12 – 1 st DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Law enforcement stated they contacted client for making an unsafe lane
change. Client was detained and ultimately arrested for driving under
the influence of alcohol. After several court appearances, case was reduced
down to a wet/reckless.
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BAC Breath .17
- DUI
CHARGE DISMISSED
Client fled the scene after traffic collision and was later found and detained
by law enforcement. Law enforcement determined that client was driving
at an unsafe speed for the dark conditions on the road and failed to stop
before colliding into the rear of another vehicle. Police officers conducted
a DUI investigation after detecting an odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting
from client’s breath. A check through the system revealed that there
were three outstanding warrants for previous DUI cases and client was
also on probation. Defense and Result: After a significant amount of time
was spent on reviewing all evidence in the case, several court appearance
and many discussions with the District Attorney, an agreement was made
that sentencing would run concurrent with all cases. The probation violation
was dismissed, charges of driving without a valid license were dismissed,
and the Failure to Appear charges were dismissed.
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BAC Breath – Zero Tolerance/Under 21 DUI
- DUI
No License Suspension
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BAC Breath.10-Blood .08-Motion to Suppress Evidence-Granted
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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BAC Breath.10-Blood .08-Motion to Suppress-Evidence Granted
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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Battery Charge
- Traffic Violation
CASE DISMISSED
Client owned a home and was letting another person stay with him for a
few days. When client requested that the person move out of his home,
an altercation ensued. The other person refused to move out the house,
called police and filed a report alleging that client had become physical
and attempted to take away the other person’s property. Defense
and Result: After requesting and receiving all evidence from the District
Attorney’s office, research, fact-finding and investigations took
place. After lengthy discussions and pre-trial conference hearings with
the District Attorney’s office, all charges were dismissed.
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Blood/BAC .14 - DUI
- DUI
No Driver's License Suspension
Won DMV hearing
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Blood/BAC .15 - 1st DUI
- DUI
Charge Reduced
Case reduced to wet reckless-no license suspension
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Brandishing a Firearm/Domestic Violence/Sexual Battery
Charges Dismissed
Law enforcement were called to conduct a domestic violence investigation.
Client was subsequently arrested for allegedly brandishing a firearm,
domestic violence and sexual battery. After several court appearances,
investigations and thorough fact-finding, all three charges were dismissed.
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Cell Phone Ticket
- Traffic Violation
Case Dismissed
Client was facing loss of bonus and potential loss of employment as company
has very strict policies set in place regarding the use of mobile devices
while driving. Client originally found guilty but case dismissed upon
filing for a new trial.
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Chemical Test Refusal – 1st time DUI – No driver license suspension
- DUI
Case Reduced to Wet Reckless
Client was stopped by law enforcement for allegedly not having his rear
tail lights activated and for crossing over double solid yellow lines
on the road. Once stopped law enforcement said they noticed signs of impairment
(red, watery eyes, distinct odor of alcohol) and allegedly smelled marijuana
in the vehicle. There was an open, empty bottle of liquor found in the
vehicle. Field sobriety tests were administered to client which were performed
unsatisfactorily according to the police. Client was arrested and refused
to take a chemical test for blood alcohol concentration.
Defense and Result: It was proven that client did not knowingly refuse the chemical test.
After reviewing all evidence, there was insufficient evidence to sustain
the refusal issue. Client was able to keep his driving privileges with
the DMV and the case was reduced to a Wet Reckless in court.
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Domestic Violence Incident with Probation Violation
Case Dismissed
Not found in violation of probation
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Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, Under the Influence of Controlled Substance
- DUI
All Charges Dismissed
Client was allegedly involved in a road rage incident and law enforcement
conducted an investigative stop. A Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluated
client at the custody facility and conducted psychophysical and sobriety
tests on client. The DRE’s opinion was that client was under the
influence of drugs. Other types of drugs, both illicit and prescription
drugs, were found in client’s vehicle.
Defense and Result: Several pre-trial court appearances were made and discovery
was received by defense attorney. Discovery was reviewed extensively,
including the evidentiary blood samples. Months of negotiations took place
and charges were dismissed.
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DUI Marijuana - Accident
- DUI
Case Dismissed
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False Imprisonment/Sexual Battery
Charges Dismissed
Law enforcement were called to conduct a battery investigation. Allegations
were brought forth against our client for false imprisonment and sexual
battery. Law enforcement conducted several interviews. Charges were officially
filed in court by the District Attorney's office. Comprehensive inquiries,
research and analysis were performed in the case. After a few court appearances
and several discussions with the D.A., both charges were dismissed.
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First Time DUI/Drugs/Prescription Medication
- DUI
Case Dismissed
A city employee began following client on the road and reported client
to law enforcement, claiming that client was swerving. Law enforcement
stopped client, stated that he was asleep in his vehicle and a Drug Recognition
Expert conducted an evaluation. Client was subsequently arrested for allegedly
being under the influence of drugs. During the discovery process, the
attorneys learned that client's prescription medication had recently
been changed by his physician for arthritis. Client had suffered side
effects from the new medication at the time of driving. The drug recognition
expert had missed a medical rule out while evaluating client. After a
lengthy pre-trial conference process and many discussions with the Deputy
District Attorney, Virginia Landry's office was ready to defend client
at jury trial. On the first day of trial, the prosecutor admitted they
did not have enough evidence to proceed with the case.
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Four Counts of Petty Theft
All Charges Dismissed
Client was arrested for allegedly taking hundreds of dollars-worth of items
on 4 different occasions from a retail outlet. After months of investigations,
law enforcement issued a warrant and arrested client for four counts of
petty theft charges.
Defense and Result: Attorneys gathered paperwork, letters, achievements and many other items
used to assemble a report on behalf of client for the Assistant District
Attorney. We had several pre-trial discussions with the Assistant District
Attorney on our client’s overall character, profession and contributions
to the community. All four charges were subsequently dismissed.
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Hit and Run with Property Damage
- Traffic Violation
Client involved in a traffic collision and allegedly fled the scene prior
to law enforcement arrival. Client’s vehicle sustained damage to
the front bumper and other party’s vehicle sustained damage to the
rear bumper. After further law enforcement investigation and interview,
client was criminally charged with a hit and run with property damage.
Defense and Result: Defense attorneys worked a deal with the District
Attorney’s office. After discussions and proofs were submitted to
the DA’s office, the case was dismissed.
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Petty Theft
Case Dismissed
Client was accused of taking several items of merchandise from a major
department store. Client was stopped by loss prevention who then called
law enforcement onto the scene. Client was cited with a petty theft allegation
and was provided with a notice to appear for a specific court date.
Defense and Result: After discussions with the Assistant District Attorney including client’s
previous criminal record and other items, an agreement was made towards
a Deferred Entry of Judgement. A motion was argued, granted by the Judge
and the case was dismissed.
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Possession Charges
Case Dismissed
Client was in the process of obtaining legal residency. It was brought
to his attention that there was a warrant for his arrest for a possession
case in Orange County which had allegedly occurred over 20 years ago.
Client had been held in custody for a few days but had never been formally
interviewed, questioned or provided with a court date to appear before
a judge. Client contacted our office to help. A "Serna" motion
was filed (motion to dismiss for violation of right to speedy trial).
Client's case was dismissed soon thereafter.
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Public Intoxication and Probation Violation
- Traffic Violation
CASE DISMISSED
Client went to an outdoor shopping center with friends and visited a restaurant
to enjoy some drinks with his friends. Allegedly, an altercation ensued
between client and another person at the establishment, resulting in security
being called, and subsequently police arrived. Client was arrested for
public intoxication. Client was charged with both public intoxication
and a probation violation for a previous driving under the influence case.
Defense and Result: Defense attorneys made several court appearances and
made an agreement with the DA’s office after several discussions
and providing relevant information. Case was dismissed resulting in the
dismissal of the probation violation as well.
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Red Light Signal Violation - Traffic Violation
- Traffic Violation
Case Dismissed
Case had been accidentally closed by client due to posting bail amount
and not requesting a hearing. Motion to withdraw guilty plea granted and
case was set for court trial. Police officer testified. Court Found Client
Not Guilty.
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Registration Fraud
Case Dismissed
A formal accusation was made against client who allegedly violated Vehicle
Code Section 4462.5, presenting false registration or identification documents
to avoid registration requirements. The allegation also includes client
allegedly presenting a peace officer with a registration card that is
not issued for that vehicle with the intent to avoid compliance with vehicle
registration requirements.
Defense and Result: After some court appearances and talks with the D.A. which included evidence
that worked to our advantage, it was agreed that client could resolve
the case by providing a DNA sample for the D.A.’s database and pay
fines. A Sentence Recommendation for Terminal Disposition was filed, a
motion was argued and the case was dismissed.
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Speeding/Traffic Violation
- Traffic Violation
Charges Dismissed
Client was going 35 mph over the limit. We convinced the court not to suspend
his license and got court to allow him to go to traffic school.
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Test Refused - Under 21 Driver
- DUI
Case Dismissed
Won DMV Hearing
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Traffic Violation – Speeding Greater Than 100 Miles Per Hour
- Traffic Violation
Case Dismissed
Client was stopped by law enforcement for speeding 110 miles per hour.
Client was facing driver's license suspension and heavy fines. - Case
was dismissed, no fines, no driver's license suspension.