Every case is a life — and every outcome matters. The following negotiated results reflect years of relentless advocacy, deep knowledge of Alameda County courts, and a commitment to fighting for the best possible resolution.
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Reduced to Misdemeanor DUI · No Prison · Probation & Treatment
Felony DUI — Causing Injury (VC §23153)
Client struck another vehicle while allegedly intoxicated, resulting in two injured parties and a prior DUI on record. Prosecution sought state prison.
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Misdemeanor Plea · County Jail (Time Served) · Restitution Plan
Felony Hit & Run — Injury (VC §20001)
Client fled scene of accident involving a pedestrian in Oakland. Video surveillance captured partial plates. Three-year prison exposure.
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Enhancement Stricken · Standard 2nd DUI Terms · No Additional Custody
DUI with .21 BAC — 2nd Offense (VC §23152)
Client arrested at sobriety checkpoint with nearly three times the legal limit and a prior DUI within seven years. Mandatory enhancement triggered.
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GBI Enhancement Dropped · Misdemeanor Plea · Batterer's Program · No Custody
Felony DV — Great Bodily Injury Enhancement (PC §273.5 + §12022.7)
Client charged after altercation with visible injuries. Enhancement added four additional years. Alleged victim refused to cooperate with prosecution.
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Strike Allegation Dismissed · Wobbler Reduced to Misdemeanor · Probation
Felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon (PC §245(a)(1))
Bar altercation involving a broken bottle; client had a prior strike. Prosecution sought eight-year sentence under Three Strikes.
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Charges Dismissed via Diversion (PC §1001.95) · Record Eligible for Sealing
Misdemeanor Criminal Threats — Domestic Context (PC §422)
Client accused of making threats via text messages during a contentious separation. Protective order issued at arraignment.
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Reduced to Simple Possession · Drug Court Diversion · No Felony Conviction
Felony Possession for Sale — Methamphetamine (HS §11378)
Client found with over 30 grams of methamphetamine, scales, and cash. Prior drug conviction on record. Prosecution argued active sales operation.
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Charge Reduced · Probation Only · No State Prison · Treatment Program
Felony Transportation of Controlled Substance (HS §11352)
Client stopped at a traffic checkpoint; significant quantity of heroin located in vehicle. Co-defendant implicated client as knowing participant.
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Reduced to Misdemeanor · Restitution Plan · No Jail · Eligible for Dismissal (PC §1203.4)
Felony Grand Theft — Employer (PC §487)
Client accused of embezzling over $40,000 from employer over 18 months. Prosecution sought felony conviction and two years custody plus full restitution.
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Strike Allegation Stricken · Pled to Non-Strike Felony · Probation · No Prison
Felony Burglary — First Degree (PC §459)
Client charged with residential burglary, a strike offense, after being found near scene with stolen property and identified by a witness.
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Reduced to Misdemeanor Petty Theft · Time Served · Informal Probation
Organized Retail Theft — Felony (PC §490.4)
Client charged as part of a coordinated retail theft ring. Multiple prior theft-related convictions on record. Faced up to three years.
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Federal Charges Avoided · State Plea · 180 Days County Jail via Alternative Sentencing· No Prison
Felon in Possession of Firearm (PC §29800)
Client with a prior felony found with a loaded handgun during a traffic stop. Both federal and state charges were initially being considered.
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Diversion Granted · Charges Dismissed · Professional License Protected
Carrying Concealed Firearm — Misdemeanor (PC §25400)
Client found carrying an unregistered firearm without a permit. First offense. Client held a professional license with serious disciplinary exposure.
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Felony Dismissed · Misdemeanor Plea · Tier 1 Registration Only · No Custody
Indecent Exposure — Felony (2nd Offense) (PC §314)
Client charged with second-offense misdemeanor elevated to felony. Lifetime sex offender registration was mandatory upon a felony conviction.
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Charges Dismissed · Immigration Consequences Avoided· Professional License Protected
Solicitation — Misdemeanor (PC §647(b))
Client, a licensed professional, arrested in an undercover sting in Fremont. Career and immigration status were both at significant risk.
