Case Results

Despite facing a substantial prison sentence, we were able to leverage the specific circumstances of our client’s background to negotiate a more favorable outcome. As a result, our client received a sentence of probation and house arrest, avoiding a lengthy prison term.

We negotiated with the high school and the District Attorney’s Office to craft a realistic repayment plan. This strategic approach proved successful, leading the judge to grant probation and house arrest instead of jail time.
(Click here to read Press Enterprise news article about the case.)

In a case involving a serious DUI crash and injuries, we secured probation and house arrest for our client, preventing a lengthy prison sentence.

A store owner was charged with felony assault causing bodily injury after a confrontation with a thief. We conducted a thorough investigation, uncovering witness statements that challenged the thief’s claims. Using this evidence, we successfully persuaded the judge to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. This outcome allowed our client to avoid jail time and continue running his business without a felony on his record.

We successfully intervened with the District Attorney’s Office and negotiated a reduction of the charge to a misdemeanor for interference with a telephone line under California Penal Code 591. This favorable outcome allowed the Sergeant to continue his military service and protected his professional future.

We worked diligently to secure a favorable outcome, resulting in probation and a short jail term, thus avoiding a substantial state prison sentence.

Our clients faced asset forfeiture after authorities seized $360,000 linked to the sale of stolen goods. While they admitted the money came from stolen items, the DA’s Office attempted to keep the full amount. However, with collaboration between our clients and the victims, we successfully argued that the funds should be returned to their rightful owners. The judge ruled in our favor, ordering a portion of the money to be given back to the victims instead of remaining with law enforcement.
(Click here to read The San Diego Union Tribune news article about the case.)

A young driver faced reckless driving charges after a car rollover during an alleged street race. We successfully reduced the charges to a simple speeding ticket.

A former civil engineer was arrested after allegedly threatening to blow up a police station. Before the first court hearing, we successfully persuaded the prosecutor to dismiss all criminal charges, ensuring our client avoided a criminal record.

A military wife was charged with misdemeanor domestic violence, putting her future and family at risk. We fought for a better outcome, and the charge was dismissed. Instead, she pled guilty to an infraction for “disturbing the peace.” This resolution allowed her to avoid a criminal record and reunite with her husband stationed overseas.