Case Results

Client stopped for failing to stop at posted stop sign. Client was subsequently arrested for DUI. PAS results RE: blood alcohol content: .128 and .138. Chemical test results .13 and .13. Successfully negotiated disposition whereby Client pled No Contest to “Wet Reckless” and ordered to complete one year of probation, pay fine, and complete 12 hour alcohol program.

Client arrested at bar for Felony violation of Penal Code section 245(a)(4) – Assault by means likely to produce great bodily injury. Client contacted The Law Office of Jesse P. Duran immediately after posting bail, and after conducting investigation, findings were presented to Sheriff’s Department. No charges were filed.

Client arrested and charged with violating Penal Code Section 245(b) – Assault with a Semiautomatic Firearm, a Serious Felony under California’s Three Strikes law. Client’s potential exposure on the charge was 9 years in State Prison. An enhancement was also alleged against Client that could have resulted in an additional 10 years of incarceration. Successfully negotiated disposition whereby Client pled No Contest to a misdemeanor brandishing charge. Client was placed on two years of summary probation, ordered to serve 30 days in county jail, and the balance of the charges and enhancements were dismissed.