- Charges: Murder, shot neighbor twice in front and twice in back
- Looking At: 35 years to life
- Results: Six Years
- Charges: Child molest of grandchild
- Looking At: 16 years
- Results: No charges filed
- Charges: Drunk Driving, arm almost severed, victim permanently disabled.
- Looking At: Prior attorney got client a three year prison offer
- Results: Felony probation, home detention
- Charges: Armed robbery by a juvenile
- Looking At: California Youth Authority until age 25
- Results: Simple theft, home detention
- Charges: Grand theft of a firearm and residential burglary
- Looking At: 6 years 8 months prison
- Results: Charges dismissed at trial
- Charges: Two charges of domestic violence and two charges of child endangerment
- Looking At: Several years prison
- Results: Misdemeanor disturbing the peace, no jail.
- Charges: Domestic violence and vandalism charges
- Looking At: Four years prison
- Results: Charges dismissed.
- Charges: Two charges of attempted murder
- Looking At: Life in prison
- Results: Jury acquitted client of all charges
- Charges: Four charges of assault with a firearm
- Looking At: Seven years prison
- Results: Negligent discharge, no jail.
- Charges: Dui at a sobriety checkpoint
- Looking At: Second time dui with thirty days jail and license suspension for up to two years.
- Results: Motion to suppress granted, all charges dismissed.
- Charges: Domestic violence against ex-spouse
- Looking At: Four years prison
- Results: Charges dismissed.
- Charges: Child abuse with permanent injuries
- Looking At: Loss of child and state prison.
- Results: No charges filed and we won the juvenile trial and child returned to the father.
- Charges: Co-conspirator on high profile Dyleski case
- Looking At: Life in prison under co-conspirator liability
- Results: No charges, client testified in trial under immunity deal.
- Charges: Domestic violence of spouse who was seeking a divorce
- Looking At: One year county jail
- Results: Charges dismissed.
- Charges: Assault on police officer causing serious bodily injury
- Looking At: Ten years prison
- Results: Probation, drug program.
- Charges: Possession for sale of drugs
- Looking At: Four years prison
- Results: Misdemeanor, no jail.
- Charges: Stalking and breaking into ex-girlfriend's house
- Looking At: Seven years prison
- Results: Drug program, probation, no jail.
- Charges: Murder charges with driver of a drive-by shooting
- Looking At: 25 to life as an aider and abettor
- Results: No charges filed
- Charges: Battery and intimidation of witnesses by High School coach
- Looking At: Felony probation, one year jail
- Results: Disturbing the peace, no jail.
- Charges: Battery on a minor by an adult
- Looking At: Probation and six months jail.
- Results: Charges dismissed.
- Charges: Robbery by juvenile
- Looking At: California Youth Authority
- Results: Wilderness camp, client is doing very well.
- Charges: Possession for sale of drugs
- Looking At: Prison
- Results: Six months rehab program
- Charges: Burglary by Juvenile
- Looking At: California Youth Authority
- Results: Deferred entry of judgment and charges dismissed
- Charges: Dui with injury, victims suffered multiple injuries
- Looking At: Felony and state prison
- Results: Misdemeanor, 10 days sheriff's work, and resolved civil case.
- Charges: Possession for sale of a large amount of different drugs
- Looking At: State prison
- Results: Treatment program, probation
- Charges: Possession of assault weapons and machine gun
- Looking At: State prison
- Results: Disturbing the peace, no jail. Federal Civil case resolved in favor of client against police department.
- Charges: Embezzlement and staged robbery by employee and friend
- Looking At: State prison
- Results: Probation, house arrest.
- Charges: Drunk in public and indecent exposure
- Looking At: Probation and jail
- Results: Diversion, charges dismissed after one year.
- Charges: Rape of unconscious person
- Looking At: 6 years prison
- Results: Lesser crime of false imprisonment and probation.
- Charges: Rape of unconscious person by juvenile
- Looking At: California Youth Authority
- Results: Probation, no time, lesser crime of false imprisonment
- Charges: Gang related murder
- Looking At: 35 years to life prison.
- Results: No charges filed
- Charges: Dui and resisting arrest by a prosecutor
- Looking At: Jail and probation
- Results: Wet reckless, other charges dismissed.
- Charges: Sexual battery on a child
- Looking At: Prison
- Results: Disturbing the peace as a misdemeanor.
- Charges: 2nd time Dui
- Looking At: Probation
- Results: Motion to dismiss granted
- Charges: Shooting of a gun at wife and missed
- Looking At: Mandatory prison
- Results: Lesser charge, probation, program, no jail.
- Charges: Battery causing serious injury
- Looking At: Prison, four years
- Results: Disturbing the peace, no jail
- Charges: Possession of heroin
- Looking At: Mandatory prison due to quantity.
- Results: Probation
- Charges: Guns confiscated due to mental issues
- Looking At: Permanent ban on possessing guns and destruction of guns.
- Results: After contested hearing, guns returned and right to possess reinstated.
- Charges: Animal cruelty
- Looking At: One year jail, probation
- Results: Charges dismissed
- Charges: Robbery and assault by minor
- Looking At: California youth authority
- Results: Probation, a weekend in juvenile hall.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Defense LawQ: Do I need a lawyer's help if I am accused of a crime? A: It is always in your best interest to consult a criminal defense lawyer as early as possible if you suspect you will be facing the criminal justice system. Whether or not you believe you have been wrongfully accused, an attorney will fight for your legal and constitutional rights and monitor the proceedings for legality and fairness. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal counsel. Q: What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor? A: The traditional definition of a felony is a crime that is punishable by a year or more in jail. A misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by imprisonment of less than one year. Felonies are more serious crimes than misdemeanors. Although some criminal defendants think that they can beat the system on their own, having an experienced criminal-defense attorney on your side gives you a better chance of preserving your legal rights. Criminal Defense LawyersIf you live in the Bay area and have been charged with a criminal offense - DUI, domestic violence, drug charges, assault, theft. fraud, murder, or any other crime - you need to contact the former Contra Cost County attorneys at the Rueb & Motta law firm. Talk to us before you talk to anyone else. The attorneys at Rueb & Motta are well known and respected throughout the legal community and among our clients. From our offices in Contra Costa County, we serve clients throughout California and Nevada with an emphasis on the greater San Francisco Bay area. Our experience and expertise are available to you. Free initial consultation. Call or e-mail to talk to a criminal defense lawyer. Criminal Defense - An OverviewOur criminal justice system can be overwhelming and frightening. The incarceration rate in the United States is much higher than that of other industrialized countries. Prison sentences are getting longer and more frequent. If you face the possibility of being accused of a crime, contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer as early in the process as possible, preferably even before questioning or investigation by the police. A skilled attorney can fight for your legal and constitutional rights. Constitutional Protections for the Criminal DefendantThe United States Constitution and its subsequent amendments define the scope of governmental power and reserve certain individual rights to the people. The first 10 amendments, also called the Bill of Rights, contain basic, fundamental rights of individuals on which the government may not impinge. Many of these constitutional rights provide protection to criminal defendants in the criminal justice system. The Fourteenth Amendment extends substantive due process rights beyond just the federal system to criminal defendants in state courts where the vast majority of criminal trials occur. The basic constitutional rights of the criminal defendant permeate every aspect of the criminal justice process. If you have been accused of a crime, whether federal, state or local, a seasoned criminal defense attorney can explain these rights to you and help you to fight for them at every step of the way. Classifications of CrimesBecause the negative behavior regulated by the criminal laws varies from relatively minor to devastatingly violent, crimes are classified into levels or degrees. The classification of a crime reflects its seriousness. The actual classification of a particular offense varies depending on the jurisdiction. If you are questioned about a crime or are accused of or arrested for a crime, you should consult an experienced attorney as early in the process as possible. A criminal defense lawyer can explain the particular crime involved and its possible ramifications. The Right to CounselThe Sixth Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees the right to an attorney to anyone facing federal criminal charges. The 14th Amendment and some state constitutions also afford this right to anyone facing state felony charges. Those who are indigent and cannot afford an attorney have the right to have one appointed to them for free. Most people, however, do not understand what the right to an attorney means, when this right attaches or who qualifies for a court-appointed lawyer. If you are accused of a serious crime, it is essential that you retain the services of an experienced criminal defense lawyer to fight for your legal and constitutional rights throughout the criminal justice process. Finding a Job After a Criminal ConvictionIf you have been convicted of a crime, you may wonder if you will be able to find employment. Employers are becoming increasingly concerned about knowing whether applicants have criminal records. Part of this concern stems from large jury verdicts that have been rendered against employers for negligently hiring people with criminal histories who subsequently caused harm to others while on the job. Another concern for employers relates to whether they will have to disclose the criminal conviction. For example, if a company is trying to raise capital, it may need to make certain disclosures to a bank. Will the company have to disclose that an employee has a criminal conviction for embezzlement or money laundering? The laws about which criminal records an employer must or may access, what an employer may ask a potential employee and what the job applicant must reveal vary widely from state to state. If you have a criminal record and seek a job, it is in your best interest to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in criminal law so that you go into the job search fully informed of your rights. Criminal Defense Resource LinksEqual Justice, USA ACLU: Prisoners' Rights Justice Denied The Sentencing Project Prison Policy Initiative |
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