People v. DP

Date: 9/15/22

Charges: DUI

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was arrested for a DUI, and for having his child in the car. He was worried that if convicted of all charges, CPS could get involved and remove his child. We were able to work with the DA, showing the good mitigation information we provided, that our client should not suffer a conviction for these charges. The DA eventually relented and was able to have his DUI charges dismissed for a lesser charge. Now he won’t need to worry about CPS knocking on his door and move on with his life and family.

People v. TB

Date: 9/9/22

Charges: Early Termination of Probation and Felony Reduction and Expungement

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was convicted of selling fake items and had a restitution payment of over $26,000 in damages. She was able to pay that off in two years, and complete all terms of her probation. We then filed a PC 17(b) motion for her, and even the DA agreed not to oppose it. The client needed the felony to reduce down because she was having trouble affording schooling for her two disabled children. Now, the Judge granted her felony to be reduced to a misdemeanor, for her probation to end, and for her case to be dismissed. Now nothing holds her back from getting a more meaningful job for her to support her family.

People v. SE

Date: 9/9/22

Charges: Early Termination of Probation and Felony Reduction

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was convicted of a sex crime that required lifetime registration as a felony. He wanted to lessen that, and also make it possible for him to continue working. He was licensed to practice in all 50 states, but could not work or travel because of the felony. We filed a PC 17(b) reduction motion, and although the Judge was hesitant, after seeing the motion and character letters provided, she was forced to agree with our position, reduce the felony to a misdemeanor, and remove him from Probation. His lifetime registration status also changes now from a lifetime to only 10 years.

People v. SS

Date: 9/6/22

Charges: Felony Reduction and Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: The client had a previous theft crime from a decade ago, but she did not finish her probation terms. She went back in 2022 to handle that but wanted to file to reduce her felony immediately. I had assured her that if we filed the motion right after her probation ended, it would be denied, but she still wanted to go forward. We originally appeared in February, and the Judge did deny the motion but explained if she came back in 6 months or so with no new violations, she would reconsider. We then waited and refiled the motion. This time, it was granted, despite the DA’s opposition. Her felony has now been reduced, and her entire case has been dismissed. She has no other barriers in her way, blocking her from getting her dream job and opening up her restaurant.

People v. TR

Date: 8/26/22

Charges: Drug Possession

Court: El Monte Justice Center

Facts: The client had several years old warrants for a Drug case she never finished. She had cleaned herself up, gotten a job, and had a child. Now, she wanted a promotion at work, but they refused her that until she took care of this warrant. She was terrified of going to Court and getting arrested, so she hired us instead. We appeared in Court, and the DA agreed this case was old, and it was time to dismiss it given how much her life had changed. We called the case in front of the Judge and he agreed, dismissing this case from her record. Now she no longer has a warrant, nor a misdemeanor at all, and can go and grab that promotion for her family.

People v. CP

Date: 8/9/22

Charges: Domestic Violence, Criminal Threats, Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: The client was facing 13 charges, mostly all felony charges. He was looking at over 10 years in State Prison if he were to be convicted. However, we were able to work with the alleged victim, have her provide her support, and explain that she may not have been as truthful with the police, originally wanting our client in trouble. They eventually reconciled with counseling and with the growth shown by our client, she was willing to help. We were able to get the DA to dismiss the several strike charges, and to plead guilty to lesser charges, allowing him probation, and no jail time. Now the family can continue to work through counseling without their father in State Prison for years.

People v. LP

Date: 8/3/22

Charges: Solicitation for Prostitution

Court: Pomona Justice Center

Fact: A client with no prior record, decided to go to an area known for Prostitution to pick someone up. It was a sting operation, and he was arrested and put with many others in the same situation. At Court, we were able to get the DA to allow us to use City Attorney John’s class, to earn a dismissal. Now our client has one class, a fine, and if he returns in six months with no law violation, the entire case will be dismissed, and he will continue to have no record.

People v. CQ

Date: 8/3/22

Charges: Felony DUI with Injury, Disobeying a Court Order

Court: Pomona Justice Center

Facts: The client got into an accident, hitting a parked car, where people were nearby. The people were injured but did require medical attention. Our client was from out of state, and not aware of certain DUI rules that he must follow being here. Because of that, he also was charged with disobeying a Court Order. The Probation Department wanted him to serve 16 months in a State Prison. This was clearly not acceptable, and after much back and forth with the DA, she agreed to 30 days of community service, classes, fines, and probation. Now our client can move past this unfortunate evening, and continue working in his home state.

People v. MB

Date: 7/27/22

Charges: Petty Theft/Shoplifting

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was a recent graduate from college, and made the mistake of taking a few items that were not hers. She was immediately stopped, the items recovered, and she was arrested. Because she was now in the world of looking for jobs, she needed this to go away. We were able to convince the DA that she should be in the RISE Program, where she can earn a dismissal. They agreed. Once our client completes the requirements of this Program, her case will be dismissed.

People v. KK

Date: 7/18/22

Charges: Battery

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Our client was charged with throwing a shoe at a process server. He had no criminal record and only threw his shoe in thinking the person was trying to attack him. The DA was adamant that somehow this charge was very serious and she had to have him plead guilty. We disagreed. We filed a motion for Judicial Diversion under PC 1001.95, and the Judge agreed that our client should not have to summer a criminal conviction over a misunderstanding. Now all our client needs to do is take some Anger Management classes, and stay out of trouble, and this entire case will be dismissed.

People v. CA

Date: 6/16/22

Charges: Child Abuse

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: The client was accused of felony child abuse on both children based on one bad night, and a misunderstanding. The mother of the children was out for blood and went as far as she could to make the injuries look much worse than they were.  After much back and forth, the DA went from offering felony probation and 180 days of work release, to credit for time served. Now the client can continue working and running his business, without the need to go to jail or any community service with his charge. He’s also been doing family law work to see and reconnect with his children.

People v. CP

Date: 6/15/22

Charges: Criminal Threats

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was charged with felony criminal threats for an argument and fight that took place at a house party. The DA originally would offer our client a misdemeanor, but required almost a year of jail time. Given our client’s young age, and lack of criminal record, we were able to put together a mitigation packet to explain better what happened, and show that he is not the violent person they assume from the reports. With that information in hand, the DA agreed to give our client only a short time on work release, and not require any jail time. Now the client can avoid a felony strike, and also, continue working without the fear of a jail sentence.

People v. JG

Date: 6/10/22

Charges: DUI

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: The client had a pair of old DUIs in San Bernardino that was dismissed, but still had one from over a decade ago in Riverside. Needless to say, evidence from that case was hard to come by, so we decided to file a Serna Motion. This motion is based on how old a case is, and what measures the DA took to try to bring our client to Court. After filing the motion, the DA backed down and did not even oppose it, and the motion was granted. Now our client’s record is officially clean, and he will not suffer a DUI conviction.

People v. CG

Date: 6/9/22

Charges: Domestic Violence, Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: The client had been accused years ago of felony domestic violence and an assault with a deadly weapon. The case had been in warrant status for years, as she did not know they had filed a case against her. She was looking at 5 years in a State Prison with a strike if convicted. After meeting with the DA on the case, they agreed this was an overcharged case. We were able to get both felony charges dismissed so that she could resolve her case for a much lesser, non-felony. This way she can avoid a strike, avoid her record showing multiple felonies, and continue on with her life.

People v. MS

Date: 6/8/22

Charges: Early Termination of Probation and Felony Reduction

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was convicted of a sex crime back in 2019. He had been having issues getting jobs, as well as traveling with his family for school events because of his record. We then filed a motion to remove his probation, under the new law change under AB 1950, and then to reduce his felony to a misdemeanor under PC 17(b). The Judge agreed that the law change applied to our client, and took him off Probation. And based on the wonderful things our client has done since being on probation, the Judge now saw a reason not to claim he had rehabilitated and reduced his felony charge to a misdemeanor. Now our client can travel with his children to out-of-state competitions for school, without having to ask permission that was normally denied, and he has gotten his second chance.

People v. ER

Date: 6/8/22

Charges: Carry Loaded Firearm In Public Place, Hit and Run

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was involved in an accident and parked on a side street. When police eventually arrived and searched his vehicle, they found his firearm was not properly kept for travel. The client was in the process of getting his concealed carry permit to use the gun for his Security Job. After much back and forth with the DA, they were unwilling to do anything that could help our client get the firearm charge dismissed, which would allow him to keep working his job. Based on his lack of criminal record and the glowing reviews from people who knew him, we filed a Motion for Judicial Diversion under PC 1001.95. The motion was granted over a heavy DA opposition. Now, my client just has to complete a gun safety class, pay some fines, and his entire case will be dropped. He will now not be subject to any 2nd Amendment restriction and will keep a clean record.

People v. DD

Date: 5/27/22

Charges: Possession of Child Pornography

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was found to have received one single video of child pornography, and was charged with a misdemeanor. The only plea bargain available was to plead guilty to the charge, and serve 90 days in jail, plus registering as a Sex Offender for 10 years. Our client was young, had no record, and we believe suffered from several mental disabilities, meaning he did not access or view the video for himself, but because he thought it was bad, now knowing it’s a crime to view it. The DA wouldn’t budge, so we set the case for a Jury Trial. The Judge agreed and told the DA this case needed to resolve because he thought a Jury Trial would be a waste of time. New Trial DA on the case backed down, and gave us a reduced charge with no jail time, no sex registration, and only a few weeks of therapy. By forcing the case to Trial, we were able to save our client’s future, which is always the most important goal in any criminal case we handle.

People v. GA

Date: 5/20/22

Charges: Drug Possession, DUI

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: The client had numerous old cases he never took care of for years. He had an open DUI case and multiple drug charges. However, the cases were old, so we challenged the DA via a Serna motion to show that they were not responsible for the delay, in this case, moving forward. After a back and forth, the Judge agreed that these cases were too old, that the DA didn’t do enough, and our client has changed since these old cases from 2014. The Judge then granted our Serna Motion, which dismissed all of our client’s cases. This means he suffered no conviction for his cases.

People v. PM

Date: 5/17/22

Charges: DUI

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: The client was involved in a minor traffic accident (solo) leaving his car disabled. Police came, detected alcohol, and arrested our client for a DUI. Originally, the DA would only offer jail and a DUI to resolve the case. After much back and forth, and reviewing the evidence, providing issues to the DA, they changed their position. Our client was able to get his DUI charges dismissed, and plead to a much lesser charge, and receive no jail time.

People v. SW

Date: 5/16/22

Charges: Felony Reduction, Early Termination of Probation, and Expungement

Court: Victorville Courthouse

Facts: The client was caught in a sting operation where a decoy led him to receive three sex charges. He received a plea to a charge that does not require sex registration. Now, he wanted to move on with his life and drop the felony. Probation was adamant against it, claiming that he got too good of a deal, and that he doesn’t deserve more. Based on our motion, the Judge overruled Probation and agreed our client had rehabilitated and deserved a second chance. So the Judge reduced his felony charge, took him off probation, and expunged his case.

People v. JA

Date: 4/17/22

Charges: Felony Reduction and Expungement

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center:

Facts: The client had a bad DUI accident where another party was injured. He was facing a sentence of 6 years in state prison but was able to obtain probation and no jail sentence. Now, years later, our client moved to San Bernardino County and wanted to get off of probation finally and reduce his felony. Probation tried to fight the reduction based on a misunderstanding of the law. Probation had wanted to deny the motion because they did not feel that our client’s enhancement from the injury, PC 12022.7 was eligible to be reduced. At the hearing, we had explained that is not a charge, but an enhancement, and it does not preclude a felony reduction. The judge and DA didn’t know the answer, so we continued the motion for me to research the topic. As we expected, the law was on our side, the Judge agreed, and our client’s felony case was now reduced to a misdemeanor and dismissed. Even the DA indicated she circulated my motion throughout their office so other DA’s know if this issue pops up again, that people are able to reduce felony charges, even if they have enhancements on their cases.

People v. DJ

Date: 4/4/22

Charges: Felony Reduction and Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: The client had a big drug addiction years ago that led him into two misdemeanors and one felony case now on his record. Since he had been living at home and clean, he decided it was time to go back to work. Having issues finding a job with a felony is common, so he needed the reduction to happen to get himself a job. We filed the motion, and despite the DA objecting, the Judge granted our motion, and our client can now live a felony-free life.

People v. BC

Date: 4/4/22

Charges: Vandalism

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: The client got into an argument with another driver at a store about parking. Our client, enraged, made the mistake of keying the other person’s car. He was then arrested and posted bail. DA refused to give him anything less than a misdemeanor. We set the case for a Mandatory Settlement Conference at the Riverside Hall of Justice Center. There, the Judge agreed that our client should not have to suffer a conviction for a one-time lapse of judgment. He had worked on several programs prior to this last hearing to better show how he rehabilitated. The Judge granted our client Judicial Diversion, allowing him to do some community service, then he can return to Court and receive a full dismissal of his case.

People v. CJ

Date: 3/22/22

Charges: Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Vandalism

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client was arrested for stalking his ex-girlfriend and hitting her with his car. There was minor damage, and it was an accident. That did not stop the DA from filing felony charges against our client and seeking either 180 days in jail or a felony. We fought the DA, got the victim on our side, and eventually on the day of the Preliminary Hearing, our client was offered a misdemeanor vandalism charge, all other charges dismissed. The client would have lost his real estate license had he received a felony conviction. Now he can continue working, and enjoy living life felony free.

People v. JR

Date: 3/14/22

Charges: Lewd Acts with a Minor/Attempting to meet a Minor

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: The client got himself into a bad position. He got involved in a sting operation in Riverside, attempting to stop people from trying to meet underage girls. The client was found at the location to meet and was arrested. He made several bad and contradictory statements that made a Jury Trial not a real solution. The DA wanted at least a year in custody and we wanted to fight it. Our client worked, had a young child, and needed to be out to be there for their child. We set the case for a Mandatory Settlement Conference at the Riverside Hall of Justice Center. There, the Judge agreed that custody time is not good for our client, and agreed to allow him to do community service instead of jail. Now our clients can continue working, and seeing their children, without fear of jail.

People v. JG

Date: 2/25/22

Charges: Felony Reduction/Early Termination of Probation/Expungement

Fact: The client had gotten into trouble back in 2020 based on a drug addiction leading him into a life of crime. He had cleaned himself, gotten sober, and was ready to rejoin the working world. Unfortunately, this felony made it impossible for him to get jobs, travel for jobs, and to be around his family. We then filed numerous motions, to first reduce his felony to a misdemeanor, then terminate his probation, then expunge his case. All three motions were granted, and now our client’s rehabilitation is complete, and he can join the workforce.

People v. OD

Date: 2/14/22

Charges: Driving with a Suspended License, Probation Violations

Facts: The client had for years driven without a license, then would get arrested for the charge, and not complete Probation. The DA in the case was livid, wanting him to serve all of his time in jail, and not give him any more chances. We let the DA vent, then explained our position. We explained how our client had fixed the license issue, that he had a family now, and was trying to get his life together. After much back and forth, the DA agreed to drop the new case, and allow our client to finish probation without going into jail. This was a big win for our client and one that allowed him the freedom to move from his previous criminal troubles.

People v. RH

Date: 1/31/22

Charges: Lewd Acts on a Minor

Court: Southwest Justice Center/Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: The client was accused of being inappropriate with a young family member. In some aspects of his case he admitted fault, other allegations he denied. The client was looking at three years in Prison, and the DA in our case refused to make an offer without any felony involved. We then set the case for a Mandatory Settlement Conference in Riverside Hall of Justice Center. There, the Judge agreed with our version of the facts and agreed these should be misdemeanor charges. The client now can avoid a felony on his record, and can move on with his life.

People v. JR

Date: 1/31/22

Charges: Resisting Arrest

Court: Southwest Justice Center/Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: The client was accused of fighting with officers after she had been detained. Upon reviewing reports, we could tell the police officers were really trying to drive up the seriousness of the situation and their injuries. Upon reviewing the footage of the incident, it all happened in under 5 seconds; almost impossible for the officers to have sustained the injuries they claimed. However, our DA was not willing to reduce the felony charges, claiming the injuries were legitimate. We then set the case for a Mandatory Settlement Conference in Riverside Hall of Justice Center. There, we met with a Judge, went over the information, and we explained that the Client would be evicted from her home with a felony conviction. The judge agreed with our side of the case and agreed to reduce the charges to misdemeanors. Now, our client does not need to fear homelessness and can move on with her life.

People v. MC

Date: 1/21/22

Charges: Motion to Seal

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: The client had been stopped for shoplifting, but was adamant it was a misunderstanding and that she was innocent. After a year, the DA failed to file criminal charges against her. Based on her job, she still needed more to be done to move past this case. We filed a motion to Seal her Arrest under PC 851.91 to delete this arrest from her record. The motion was granted, and now she will not have to carry around with her any memories of his unfortunate situation.

People v. RM

Date: 1/14/2022

Charges: Felony Reduction (PC 17(b))

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: The client was convicted of a felony case over 15 years ago, and was still having issues moving on with his life. He completed probation, he did all the Court asked him to do but the felony was holding him back in the job market. We filed a Felony Reduction Motion under PC 17(b), and successfully argued that the Felony should now be reduced to a Misdemeanor. Now our client does not have a felony conviction on his record, his firearm rights are restored, and he can continue looking for his dream job.

People v. PO

Date: 1/11/22

Charges: DUI and DMV

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Our client was charged with a DUI and almost even worse, he was alleged to have refused to complete a chemical test for his DUI, which if proven, would lead to a mandatory one year license suspension, with no ability to obtain a Restricted License. His DMV Hearing had the arresting officer present to testify, and be subject to our cross examination. The hearing took some time, and after over an hour of testimony, we were able to successfully argue to the DMV Officer that the Arresting Officer did not properly advise our client of his requirements to take a chemical test, and therefore, he cannot suffer the mandatory one year license suspension. This was a rare win, as Hearing Officers for DMV cases are simply other Police Officers – therefore you have a police officer reviewing the work done by a fellow police officer. Because of the high stakes of our client not being able to drive for a year, we knew we needed to win this hearing, to save his license. Since we were successful in this hearing, our client can continue driving, without any restrictions.

People v. FA

Date: 1/7/22

Charges: Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: Our client was originally charged with a Felony Vandalism case that we handled for him in 2019. We resolved the case for a Misdemeanor charge, with his probation set to end in three years. Once client had finished his terms of Probation, we were re-hired in order to get his case Expunged off of his record, under PC 1203.4. The DA’s office opposed our Motion, and tried to request a Restitution Hearing, since the victim in the case (a school) had not originally provided the damages that my client had done in terms of specific dollar amounts. We had responded, that under the new law of PC 1203a, and AB 1950, that the DA had since lost jurisdiction to even request that Restitution be made – at that point, it becomes a civil issue. The reason for this, is that our client’s new probation, should have been made to be 12 months, starting January 1, 2021. The Judge agreed, and no Restitution was sought, and our Motion to Expunge was granted. Now our client’s record will show his case as having been dismissed.

People v. MC

Date: 1/3/22

Charges: Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Court: Pomona Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon, with allegations that he swerved or drove his car into another person on a freeway. The other driver and victim in this case, was an off duty police officer. The DA’s office was unwilling to work with us in trying to resolve the case in a way that would benefit all parties. Our client had no criminal history, and had a family and job he was concerned about losing. Because the DA would not budge, we filed a motion for Judicial Diversion under PC 1001.95. There, we were able to successfully convince a Judge our client deserved another chance – to complete some classes, pay fines, and to get his case dismissed. Therefore, our client would not suffer any criminal conviction as a result of this case, and he will not have his job affected either.

People v. SW

Date: 1/3/22

Charges: Elder Abuse

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with Elder Abuse, for pushing her mother in law in an argument. The argument was really between herself, and her abusive husband, where our client simply wanted them all to leave their house. Police arrived and arrested our client for the push, and she was charged accordingly. Our client is a nurse, and a conviction here would have lead to severely damaging her ability to keep her Nursing License, and continue to work in the same field she has worked for over 10 years. The Prosecutor refused to give any plea bargain that would take this information into consideration. Thus, we filed a motion for Judicial Diversion under PC 1001.95. There, we were able to convince a Judge that her case should be “diverted”, where she completes a few classes, and returns to Court to get her entire case dismissed. Because of this, she will not suffer any criminal conviction for this charge, and her Nursing License will not be affected at all.

People v. HC

Date: 12/16/21

Charges: Lewd Acts with a Minor

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with touching his 12 year old stepdaughter late one evening in her room. She told her mother, and police were called. Our client confessed and admitted it was a mistake, and confirmed it was only a one time incident. However, because of the minor’s age, our client was looking at 8 years in a State Prison for this charge, and a minimum, of 3 years in State Prison. Our DA only would offer the low end of 3 years in State Prison, despite the victim in the case not wanting our client to serve any time in custody, since this was a one time incident. To counter this, we set a meeting with a Settlement Judge, presented our side of the case, and the Judge agreed that 3 years was not a fair sentence. Our client ended up resolving his case for Probation, and community service. He did not have to spend any time in jail as part of his plea bargain, which allows him to work, and provide for his family.

People v. DS

Date: 11/30/21

Charges: Unlawful Sex with a Minor

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was having an illegal sexual relationship with the younger sister of his girlfriend. This was found out, and reported to police. Client then admitted to many acts, that of which would have lead him to serve years in State Prison, as well as registering as a Sex Offender under PC 290, for life. We were able to negotiate a probation sentence, where our client simply has to do house arrest for a few months, he will not have register as a Sex Offender, so he can also keep his job. Also, he is able to reduce his charges to a misdemeanor, once his probation is done.

People v. EE

Date: 11/16/21

Charges: Possession or Control of Child Pornography, Send/sell/Etc. Obscene Matter

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was with several charges involving the possession and control of child pornography. Client had no record, but had a significant amount of images and videos, making his potential exposure in State Prison for up to 6 years and 4 months. We were able to successfully petition the prosecutor to understand our client’s background, as well as other good mitigation evidence, in order to resolve our client’s case without any jail time. Not only did he not suffer any days in jail or prison custody, he also didn’t have to complete and house arrest/work release. At sentencing, the Judge even told our client he got an incredible deal, and he’s rarely, if ever, seen a person with these charges receive a no jail time sentence.

People v. AJ

Date: 11/8/21

Charges: Criminal Threats, Stalking

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with threatening his ex-wife during a separation they had. He later saw her, and confronted her while having a protective order forbidding him from doing so. He was subsequently charged in two criminal cases for stalking and for making threats to his ex-wife. Through much work with the Court and Prosecutor, we were able to convince the Court to allow our Court to receive treatment through Veteran’s Diversion since our client suffered from PTSD from his time in the military. This allowed our client to seek treatment through the VA, seeing a doctor, and receiving counseling. After two years of fighting his cases, the Judge finally agreed to dismiss his cases. Therefore, he will not suffer a conviction for a misdemeanor, which will save him from losing his Nursing License.

People v. DA

Date: 11/2/21

Charges: Soliciting a Prostitute

Court: Pomona Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with soliciting a prostitute back in 2019. He had never gone to Court, and had a warrant pending for the past two years. He was terrified of going to Court and getting arrested. He hired our firm to try to get his case dismissed from a Serna Motion. A Serna Motion is a motion to dismiss a criminal case, based on how late the case is being prosecuted. In other words, because of the time that passed, the charged person suffered prejudice in their case, and it should be dismissed. After speaking with the Prosecutor, they agreed this case should be dismissed, and they did agreed to our Serna motion to dismiss our client’s case. Now, our client no longer has a warrant for his arrest, but he also will not receive a criminal record or conviction from this case.

People v. RP

Date: 10/29/21

Charges: Prostitution

Court: El Monte Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with soliciting a prostitute back in 2019. He had never gone to Court, and had a warrant pending for the past two years. He was terrified of going to Court and getting arrested. He hired our firm to try to get his case dismissed from a Serna Motion. A Serna Motion is a motion to dismiss a criminal case, based on how late the case is being prosecuted. In other words, because of the time that passed, the charged person suffered prejudice in their case, and it should be dismissed. After speaking with the Prosecutor, they agreed this case should be dismissed, and they did agreed to our Serna motion to dismiss our client’s case. Now, our client no longer has a warrant for his arrest, but he also will not receive a criminal record or conviction from this case.

People v. CC

Date: 10/28/21

Charges: Possession of a Firearm in a Vehicle/Judicial Diversion

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with possession of a firearm in his vehicle. He had no criminal record, and simply forgot to secure his firearm after leaving the shooting range. We filed a motion for Judicial Diversion because we did not want our client to end up with a Misdemeanor conviction, his offer was 30 days in Jail, Probation, and fines. The Judge reviewed our motion and heard our arguments, and despite him noting that he does not grant these motions for any gun cases, he agreed with our argument, and over the Prosecutor’s objection, he granted Diversion. Now, our client has to complete some classes, some community service, and he can return in 6 months in order to gain a dismissal of his case. He will then have no conviction on his record, and won’t have to report that to his employer.

People v. DD

Date: 10/18/21

Charges: Resisting Arrest

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: Our client was involved in a domestic issue, and had a warrant for that. That case ultimately was dropped, but when police came to arrest him, he did not go willingly, and was charge instead of any domestic charges, with resisting arrest. We petitioned the Court for Judicial Diversion under AB 3234 in order for our client to have his case dismissed. This diversion is good for first time offenders, and is much harder with people who have a record. Unfortunately, our client had a prior strike and served two years in State Prison, but that was 22 years ago. He also had a DUI 17 years. Even with that, the Judge agreed with our argument that his actions, although not wrong, did not end in any injury to any person or officer, and he felt overall embarrassed and remorseful for what happened. The Judge granted our client Diversion, so once he completes some classes and community service in six months, his case will be dismissed entirely.

People v. OT

Date: 10/14/21

Charges: Violation of Probation

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Fact: Our client had a new driving without a license case, and also had multiple probation violations for the same charge and for a DUI going back five years. Needless to say, the prosecutor was pissed, and wanted our client to serve actual jail time. We were able to continue the case briefly, bring in the necessary proof, and talk the DA off of a ledge. After some long arguments and debates, the prosecutor finally understood our side, understood our client was not the same person that he was five years ago, and that he has now turned his life around. We were able to avoid any jail time, and our client was able to walk out of the Courthouse with us, which is always the best case scenario.

People v. CB

Date: 10/5/21

Charges: Felony Evading a Police Officer

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Facts: Client was involved in illegal street racing with a rather large group of people. At some point, police are called, and everyone scatters. Our client drove away from police and was then involved in a high speed pursuit. He did not get very far, before crashing into the side of a wall, before entering a freeway. Our client was young and had no criminal history. We also were able to show that the chase lasted under 1 minute and 30 seconds, and that his natural explanation and honesty showed he was merely acting as a scared kid, not as a criminal trying to get on TV with a high speed chase. We were able to convince the Prosecutor that he was deserving of a misdemeanor charge, not a felony, since he was still a college student. A felony would have led to him being removed from school, based on their own ethics requirement. Now, all that he must do is serve some community service, stay out of trouble for a year, and he can then return to expunge his misdemeanor charge.

People v. IS

Date: 10/4/21

Charges: Possession of a Firearm While Armed

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Facts: Client was charged with having a firearm under his seat, and having several drugs he had picked up for back problems. However, these drugs were not proscribed, and to travel with illicit drugs and a firearm is a felony offense in California. However, the Prosecutor acknowledged some of the issues in the case, how Officers turned off recordings at crucial parts of the case, and that our client had no criminal history. After several court appearances, we were finally able to get the felony charges dismissed, and our client was able to resolve his case for a misdemeanor charge. He now only has a year of Probation, then he can expunge his case. He also will not lose his job, since we were able to get his felony charge dropped.

People v. RT

Date: 10/1/21

Charges: Early Termination of Probation

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was convicted of several sex crimes and was looking at additional time on Probation. Because he was on Felony Probation, he was having issues traveling, volunteering, and overall being around his kids, even in public places, despite his kids not being involved in his charges. He was also put on hold for a promotion, and needed to get off of Probation so he could easily travel for work. We were able to successfully petition that his Probation should be expired under the new AB 1950 law, the Judge at first attempted to deny the petition, but we explain the law was on our side, and his Probation should have ended in January of 2021. He is now off of Probation, able to travel without any restrictions, and be around his family more for events, and volunteering.

People v. RT

Date: 8/27/21

Charges: Early Termination of Probation

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was convicted of several attempted sex crimes, known as PC 664/288(a), and was placed on Probation. He then had his Probation transferred to Riverside County. Probation was slowing down his ability to expand and grow his business, and heavily limited where he could travel to. We made a motion to request for the Court to terminate his Probation early, which we did under the new Probation Laws under AB 1950. The Prosecutor’s heavily objected, and filed a response, claiming his charges were not eligible for this new law change. We were able to correct that prosecutors, citing the proper case law that confirmed we were correct in our legal stance. The Judge agreed, and explained that the Prosecutor’s were wrong, citing the cases we used. Now, our client is no longer on Felony Probation, and can move toward dismissing his case with an Expungement.

People v. ZB

Date: 8/25/21

Charges: Possession of a Firearm in a Vehicle

Court: San Bernardino Juvenile

Facts: Client was charged with having a firearm in his car after a stop with police. The prosecutor did not want to budge on the case at all, and simply offered for our client to plead guilty to the charge as a misdemeanor without anything more. We are able to get a favorable probation report, and further negotiated with our prosecutor. Our client was then offered Juvenile Diversion where, if he commits no law violations for the next six months, his case will be dismissed, and automatically sealed. Now our young client will no longer fear possible juvenile hall, or a criminal record from his case.

People v. MM

Date: 8/4/21

Charges: Domestic Violence

Court: West Covina

Facts: Client was charged with Domestic Violence, originally as a felony, but soon became a misdemeanor. Client was steadfast that he was innocent of the charges, so we continued to push his case forward. When the DA was unwilling to dismiss the case, we set the case for Jury Trial. On the day of Jury Trial, the DA was not ready to proceed, and offered us “Diversion”, wherein my client would complete classes, stay crime free, pay fines, and his case would be dropped. He rejected that offer, and we pushed toward Trial. On the final day of Jury Trial, the DA moved to dismiss his case. Now, he has no criminal record, his charges were dropped, and he did not have to complete any classes, community service, or pay any fines.

People v. CR

Date: 7/16/21

Charges: Felony Reduction, Early Termination of Probation, Expungement

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Facts: Client suffered a felony conviction in 2018 that has devasted her ability to get a better job to provide for her newly born child, and her husband. She accept the original deal out of fear, and for the past three years suffered for it. She contacted our office to see what we can do about reducing the felony, ending her probation, and expunging the case for her record. We were able to do all three. We successfully petitioned the Court to take her off of Probation, we then reduced her Felony charges down to Misdemeanor charges, and finally, we Expunged her case for her record. Now she is no longer a convicted felon, can obtain the job she wants, and can finally move past the old case that was holding her back.

People v. JG

Date: 7/9/21

Charges: Felony Reduction and Early Termination of Probation

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: Client suffered a Felony conviction in 2019, and based on the nature of the charges, had significant restrictions from Probation. He was required to wear a GPS monitor, was unable to move for work, or attend many school functions with his kids. He ended up losing his job, and it became dire for him to get his charges reduced, and to get him off or Probation so he can travel more for work. We were successfully able to argue that his Probation should expire early, and that his Felony charge should become a misdemeanor. Because of this, he no longer has any travel restrictions, and can work on getting a better job for his wife and children.

People v. RT

Date: 7/6/21

Charges: Restitution from a Conviction

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Facts: Client suffered a misdemeanor conviction involving a traffic accident. However, after the case resolved, the other party in his case tried to get rich from our client. This other party claimed damages up to $5,000 from the accident. However, upon some research and contacting the correct parties, it was determined that not only did the other party already receive damages paid by his own insurance, but the damages he tried to submit to the DA were from an incident that happened more recently, around 14 months after our case. Because of this, we were able to show that they were lying, and trying to get money from our client. The Judge and DA agreed, and his Restitution amount went from $6,000, down to only $500 in Court fees only.

People v. KC

Date: 6/24/21

Charges: Public Intoxication

Court: Rancho Cucamonga

Facts: Client was from out of state, and had a bit too much fun one evening, leading to an arrest by police for being drunk in public. We are able to negotiate the case with the Judge directly, bypassing the Prosecutor to resolve it in his favor. After showing our client does not have a history of alcohol problems, and that this was a one time incident where he had already completed an Alcohol Awareness Class, the Judge agreed to dismiss his case outright. Now, when he returns to his home state, he will not have a nagging criminal conviction slowing him down.

People v. BM

Date: 6/17/21

Charges: Domestic Violence

Court: Southwest Justice Center:

Facts: Client had a tumultuous relationship with her the father of her children that lead to constant arguments, fights, and police contact. On one evening, when the other half was to be watching the children, he decided to get drunk. When our client returned home to see this, an argument took place, and some pushing and shoving was done. Because our client was honest to police that she had pushed the father, she was charged, and he wasn’t. He refused to participate and assist in her case and left her to fend for herself. Thankfully, we are able to mitigate the charges down, and she is now able to continue teaching because her Domestic Violence charge was dismissed. She received a reduced charge, but one that protects her from losing her job or furthering her employment, and also gives her a chance to remove the charge from her record in only a year.

People v. DD

Date: 6/8/21

Charges: Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Possession of Ammunition as a Felon

Court: Pomona

Facts: Client was arrested for having a firearm and ammunition in his vehicle, while also having been convicted of a felony which makes it unlawful for him to have any firearm. The DA originally thought his prior conviction was a strike offense, making his exposure 3 years 8 months doubled to 7 years 4 months in a State Prison. We were able to track down his old case file from 2008, and through legal research, determine that there was a law change that made the case back in 2008 not a strike, even though in 2021 it now is a strike. Because our client did not plead guilty to a strike, we worked with the DA towards dropping that. The DA had originally offered our client 16 months in Prison, but after our work and research, he was able to resolve his case for Probation, and to do 45 days of Community Service, with zero days spent in jail. Now our client can continue working, providing for his family, and can let this small hiccup not ruin his life.

People v. MG

Date: 6/4/21

Charges: Early Termination of Probation and Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was on Probation for a DUI he suffered in 2019. He wanted to move to Texas with a new job offer, but he could not, as the job hinged on whether or not he was off Probation. Client’s life had changed since his DUI conviction, where he became a first time father, so he was now supporting his wife and baby, while struggling to find work after his conviction. We were able to successfully get him removed from Probation, and to Expunge his case from his record, even with the DA on the case objecting to the motions. My client can now accept his new position in Texas, and create a better life for his family.

People v. SS

Date: 5/27/21

Charges: Petition to Seal Arrest Record

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client got into an argument with their wife over one drunken evening. After this happened, police were called, and both parties were cited for domestic battery. Both were in support of each other, and both agreed that neither should be charged with a crime, but unfortunately it was out of their hands. Our client was a teacher, so not only would a conviction destroy her career, but even the arrest would affect her ability to work. We were able to successfully get her Arrest now sealed, after the DA turned down filing charges against her. He record will now be sealed, and will not hurt her as she continues working towards furthering her teaching career.

People v. SC

Date: 5/19/21

Charges: Brandishing a Firearm

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client got into a heated argument with a Process Server, and chased after him with a fake/toy gun, that the other party thought was real. This is a charge that has a statutory minimum of 90 days in a County Jail. The Prosecution wanted him to plead guilty to the charge, but we decided to file a Judicial Diversion Motion under the new law AB 3234. The Prosecution heavily objected, but we were able to convince the Judge this was a one time incident, and a conviction would result in him losing his Professional License. He now has to complete some gun safety courses, pay a fine, and his case will ultimately be dismissed. He now can continue working without the possible punishment of a criminal conviction holding him back or taking away his professional license.

People v. EN

Date: 5/19/21

Charges: Solicitation for Prostitution

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was caught in a sting operation and arrested for attempting to pick up a Prostitute, who was an undercover police officer. The Prosecution wanted him to plead guilty to the charge, but we decided to file a Judicial Diversion Motion under the new law AB 3234. The Judge agreed with our Motion, and our client was given a year to complete some classes, testing, and fines, and when we return, his entire case will be dismissed. He now can continue working without the possible punishment of a criminal conviction holding him back.

People v. VG

Date: 5/19/21

Charges: Hit and Run

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client got into a car accident and was young and terrified, and made the mistake of leaving the scene. Since our client was so young and going to school, were able to get him into a Diversion Program to get his case dismissed. Now he can graduate school without any criminal record.

People v. SS

Date: 5/18/2021

Charges: Drug Possession

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with drug possession but was not a US citizen. We were able to have our Prosecutor agree that he can complete several Narcotics Anonymous Classes to earn a dismissal. Because of this, his case was dismissed, and he can continue to work on getting his United States Citizenship.

People v. TC

Date: 5/12/21

Charges: Battery

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client had a long history with another individual, which led them to engage in a fist fight at a gas station. The prosecution refused to offer any Diversion or anything that would help lead to a dismissal, they wanted a guilty plea and Anger Management. Our client had worked for a School District for the past 20+ years, and any conviction involving violence, could have lead to him losing his job. We then decided to file a Judicial Diversion Motion under the new law AB 3234. The District Attorney objected to this, and tried to spin a story that our client was aggressive and needing to be punished. We were able to provide background information about his job, the history with this individual, and the Judge overruled their objection, granting us Diversion. Our client now has to complete some classes and return to Court, and he will receive a dismissal, and no conviction on his record.

People v. TR

Date: 5/4/2021

Charges: Drug Possession

Court: San Bernardino Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with drug possession from several years ago. He was to complete drug classes back in 2015 but did not complete them. He ended up leaving California and has a warrant for the past six years. We were able to re-add the case to the Court Calendar, recall his warrant, and convince the Judge to dismiss the case entirely. Now our client, who has changed his life, and been sober for years, can now focus on school and work, without having a criminal record holding him back.

People v. AA

Date: 4/8/2021

Charges: Felony Vandalism with Prior Strikes

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was charged with vandalizing a car during a road rage incident in Riverside County. Client was suffering a maximum exposure of 6 years in State Prison because he has suffered two prior strike offenses in the late 1990s. The DA offered our client to plead guilty and serve 32 months in a State Prison. We quickly filed a Romero Motion (motion to strike prior strike), and the Judge agreed with our position, and dismissed the prior strike allegations. Client was then able to plead guilty to the Court for a Probation sentence and house arrest with no jail time.

People v. ZK

Date: 4/7/2021

Charges: Carrying a Loaded Firearm in a Vehicle

Court: San Bernardino Superior Court

Facts: Client was charged with possessing a loaded firearm in his backpack during a traffic stop. Prosecutor’s wanted him to plead guilty to the charge, and be sentenced to Probation. We successfully filed and argued under the new Judicial Diversion Law, AB 3234 that our client would be a perfect candidate, given his lack of criminal record, and the underlying facts of our case. The Judge agreed with our argument, over the Prosecutor’s objection, granting our client Diversion. Our client now has to complete a few terms given by the Judge, and his entire case will be dismissed, and he will not have a criminal record.

People v. HS

Date: 3/30/2021

Charges: Robbery

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was charged with robbery after taking jewelry from another person during an offer up deal gone wrong. Client was facing a maximum of 5 years in State Prison, and the Prosecutor offered for the Client to complete House Arrest, but to plead guilty to the robbery charge, which carries with it a Strike. Since a robbery charge can never be reduced to a misdemeanor, we were able to provide sufficient mitigating information to the Prosecutor on this case, showing that our client was deserving of a second change. The Prosecutor then agreed to dismiss the robbery charge, and allow our client to plead guilty to a reduced charge of Grand Theft, a charge he can reduce to a misdemeanor and expunge after two years, while also never setting foot in a jail.

People v. EC

Date: 3/29/2021

Charges: Hunting Dove out of Season

Court: Southwest Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with hunting dove out of season, which is a misdemeanor. The prosecutors refused to allow client to obtain Diversion because he had a hunting license, and their only offer was to plead guilty to a misdemeanor and complete 10 days of House Arrest. We successfully filed and argued under the new Judicial Diversion Law, AB 3234 that our client would be a perfect candidate, given his lack of criminal record, and the underlying facts of our case. The Judge agreed with our argument, over the Prosecutor’s objection, granting our client Diversion. Our client now has to complete a few terms given by the Judge, and his entire case will be dismissed, and he will not have a criminal record.

People v. DW

Date: 3/23/2021

Charges: Motion to Reduce Felony to Misdemeanor under PC 17(b) and Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was convicted of various drug charges back in the early 1990s. With the passage of Proposition 47, Client had the ability to reduce his charges to misdemeanors. However, Proposition 47 does not restore a person’s gun rights, so we decided to file a Motion to reduce his felony charges to misdemeanor charges, and have his case expunged from his record. The Judge granted our motion, and our client now no longer has a felony so he can obtain a firearm, and his record is expunged.

People v. SZ

Date: 3/22/2021

Charges: Drunk in Public

Court: Victorville Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with being drunk in public and was facing a misdemeanor conviction. Our client had no prior criminal history, and our goal was to make sure to keep it that way. We were able to provide enough supporting documentation for the assigned Prosecutor to agree, and our clients charges were dismissed, and she now continues to have a clean record.

People v. AF

Date: 3/16/2021

Charges: Embezzlement

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with stealing over $2000 from her prior employer, including money and products. After significant time with the Prosecutor, we were able to return the missing items and money, which gave us a better bargaining position. Instead of the potential for a felony charge and conviction, we were able to get the Prosecutor to offer Diversion, allowing our client to complete classes, and earn a dismissal of her case. Because of this, her case was dismissed and she did not suffer a conviction on her record.

People v. MC

Date: 3/16/2021

Charges: Hit and Run

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with a hit run at a gas station that was caught on camera. Client works in a field that requires having a clean driving record, and a conviction of this charge would case points on his driving record and for him to potentially lose his job. We were able to conviction the Prosecutor of the need for something alternative to a conviction, which opened the door for our client to complete a Diversion Program. Because of this, his case was dismissed entirely, and he did not suffer any points on his driving record, and no conviction on his record.

People v. JL

Date: 3/16/2021

Charges: Theft

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with petty theft for stealing from a store during the beginning of the craze of the Covid-19 pandemic. Client had no prior record, and was taking items for his family. Prosecutor was able to listen and understand our position, and agreed to let our client complete Diversion. This diversion means our clients case was ultimately dismissed, and he did not suffer any conviction on his record.

People v. TT

Date: 3/10/2021

Charges: Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was charged with a felony assault with a deadly weapon based on a bar fight that took place in the downtown area of Riverside. We were able to obtain the recorded street footage that was in poor condition. Upon spending several hours on the footage, we were able to screenshot second by second, and piece by piece, that our client was not the person who committed the assault. We were able to take the video frame by frame, and highlighting where our client was during this fight, and that the police had viewed the our client as incorrectly being the person guilty of the assault. Our client went from facing a felony conviction, to now receiving a simple battery charge for fighting in the street, that can be expunged from his record in one year.

People v. IP

Date: 3/2/2021

Charges: Child Abuse on a Minor Causing Paralysis

Court: San Bernardino Superior Court

Facts: Client was charged with Child Abuse on a Minor causing Paralysis. This charge, found under PC 273ab(a) carries with it a mandatory sentence of life in State Prison. We were able to negotiate the case with the Prosecutor, and determine that the injuries sustained were at as serious as originally thought, and the minor child was now doing great in the care of their family. Because of the time spent on this case negotiating, the client was able to resolve his case with only a 6 year sentence, allowing him to know when he will be released from custody and can start to move on with his life.

People v. JV

Date: 3/26/2021

Charges: Seal Arrest Record

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was cited for petty theft at a store. He was never charged with this offense, as he was innocent of the charges. However, because he was still arrested and cited, this offense still showed up on his record. We then petitioned the Court to Seal his Arrest, making it no longer appear on his record, and make it easier for him to finalize his citizenship paperwork. The Judge granted our Petition, and our client now has this prior arrest sealed.

People v. EM

Date: 2/17/2021

Charges: Motion to Reduce Felony to Misdemeanor under PC 17(b) and Expungement

Court: Southwest Justice Center

Facts: We had previously assisted this client on two matters, a felony probation violation and a violation of a restraining order case. Client contacted us because he wanted to now reduce his felony, and expunge his record for job purposes. Client had violated his felony probation with the new misdemeanor charge, meaning that the Prosecutor vehemently objected to our motions, indicating that our client was not suitable to have his charges reduced and expunged. We were thereafter able to convince the Judge that our client’s situation had sense change, he had been sober for almost two years since the incident, and was just looking for work. The Judge agreed, and granted our motions. This now means that our client no longer has a felony conviction and can purchase a firearm, and at the same time his record was expunged, which will help him greatly for employment.

People v. CM

Date: 2/16/2021

Charges: Vehicle Registration Fraud

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with stealing the registration from a vehicle and placing it on his, to avoid paying registration fees. Client had no prior record and was young, and we wanted to avoid a conviction for a person, not yet even a graduate of college yet. Prosecutor was able to listen and understand our position, and agreed to let our client complete Diversion. This diversion means our clients case was ultimately dismissed, and he did not suffer any conviction on his record.

People v. EJ

Date: 2/8/2021

Charges: Carrying a Concealed Firearm

Court: Victorville Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with having a concealed firearm in his car after a traffic stop. The circumstances of the stop were questionable and that was addressed with our prosecutor. The prosecutor then agreed to allow our client to complete a gun safety course, to therefore dismiss the misdemeanor charge, and allow him to plead guilty to a simple infraction (similar to a speeding ticket) for his case. Because of this, client did not receive a criminal conviction, and was able to continue working without a new probation sentence.

People v. AN

Date: 1/27/2021

Charges: Hit and Run

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was charged with a hit and run for a car accident where he had hit a guardrail. The Prosecutor was unwilling to allow our client to do any kind of diversion to avoid a conviction. Our client had no prior criminal record, and was a former Riverside Sheriff, so he could not afford a conviction. We decided to set the matter for a Jury Trial. On the date of Trial, the Judge agreed that the case was not worth a conviction, and allowed us to Petition for Diversion under the new law under AB 3234. Because of this, our client simply had to pay a fine, avoid trouble, and we return in just a few months and his case was ultimately dismissed. This allows him to continue trying to obtain work in Law Enforcement, and avoid any criminal charges on his record.

People v. MR

Date: 1/22/2021

Charges: Soliciting a Prostitute

Court: Pomona Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with attempting to soliciting a Prostitute. After meeting with our Prosecutor, we were able to provide enough mitigating details about our client’s life and his current attempt to become a lawful permanent resident, which helped convince the Prosecutor that our client was worthy of Diversion. Client completed the class, and his case was dismissed. Client now has no criminal record, and will not have any issues applying and completing his citizenship.

People v. CG

Date: 1/20/2021

Charges: Theft

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged with petty theft from a store. She had no prior record and was currently a college student. We were able to convince our Prosecutor of these factors, to allow our client to complete Diversion, so she can avoid a criminal record. Client completed Diversion, and her case was ultimately dismissed. This will assist her when she graduates, as she won’t have any criminal record to have to explain, since the case was dismissed.

People v. JV

Date: 1/14/2021

Charges: Child Molestation

Court: San Bernardino Superior Court

Facts: Client was charged with annoying or molesting a minor. If convicted, he would have had to register as a Sex Offender under PC 290. After several meetings with our Assigned Prosecutor, we were able to successfully negotiate that his case should be reduced to a charge that does not require any kind of Registration. The Prosecutor eventually agreed, and allowed our client to plead guilty to a reduced sentence, that requires no jail time or community service, no Registration, and the ability to expunge his case after only one year. This helped our client, who was a father, not be forced to relocate, or be unable to take his children to school since he will not have to Register as a Sex Offender.

People v. RM

Date: 1/13/2021

Charges: Willful Cruelty to a Child

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged willful cruelty to a child involving an accident with hot bath water. The incident happened back in 2017, but he was not charged until 2020, almost past the Statute of Limitations. We were able to successful get our client a Probation sentence with no jail time, and we were also able to avoid any bail being set, which is normally set at $100,000 for this charge, so our client could continue going to school, and avoiding any jail sentence.

People v. JM

Date: 1/13/2021

Charges: Drunk in Public

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged drunk in public, but had a very serious prior criminal record. Client had been to prison several times, but had since turned his life around. Normally, when a person has a bad record, a Prosecutor is less willing to deal or negotiate the case, since they normally believe once a criminal, always a criminal. We were able to show our client’s change since his prior cases were so long ago, and he was now working. Prosecutor’s eventually agreed to allow our client to complete numerous AA classes, which he did, and his entire case was dismissed. Our client will not have his successful future tarnished and he is allowed to continue moving forward in his lie without a new criminal conviction.

People v. CM

Date: 1/13/2021

Charges: Drunk in Public

Court: Rancho Cucamonga Justice Center

Facts: Client was charged drunk in public, he was going through a difficult time during the pandemic and the loss of a loved one. We were able to show that our client had no criminal record, and that his actions were explained based on the circumstances of his personal life. After much time, the Prosecutor agreed with the mitigation we provided, and we were able to get his entire case dismissed. Our client had no record, and that will continue with this case now being gone.

People v. ME

Date: 1/8/2021

Charges: Early Termination of Probation and Expungement

Court: Riverside Hall of Justice

Facts: Client was convicted of a DUI offense back in 2019, and upon contacting our office had completed roughly half of his time on Probation, but had completed all required terms. He wanted to get off of Probation, and to have his record Expunged, because he had a job waiting on him, but they would not accept him without him being off of Probation, and his record Expunged. The Prosecutor objected to our motion, but the Judge agreed with our position, and granted our client’s relief. Our client was therefore no longer on Probation, and his case was Expunged. This allows our client to continue working and advancing in the medical field, since his past can truly now be behind him.

People v. RR

Date: 1/5/2021

Charges: Criminal Threats, Brandishing a Firearm, Dissuading a Witness

Court: Antelope Valley Courthouse

Facts: Client was charged with numerous offenses after an argument with his wife. He was originally arrested for, and had to bail out from, several felony charges. Prosecutors eventually filed the case as misdemeanors, but attempted to have our client be removed from his home, during the middle of the pandemic based on the charges. We were able to convince the Judge against this, and allowed our client, who was attending counseling with his wife, to continue remaining home during the stay at home order. Upon working on the case for several months and fighting with the new Prosecutors assigned each time, the Prosecutor’s determined that they could no longer continue to prosecute our client, and they made a Motion to Dismiss his case, which the Judge granted. Our client was a former Los Angeles Sheriff, and was therefore now able to continue working, and obtain his firearm, since his case was dismissed.