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Client Acquitted of First Degree Murder and Firearm Enhancements After Trial
In early July, our client faced first-degree murder charges with firearm enhancements in Solano County, exposing him to 50 years to life if convicted. The District Attorney’s last offer to settle the case was 18 years in prison. Seth Morris took the case to trial, and the jury returned verdicts of Not Guilty on First Degree Murder, Second Degree Murder, and Voluntary Manslaughter. The client was able to go home to his family that very night. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Murder Charge Dismissed in Plea Agreement
A Dublin man was sentenced to six years in prison as part of a plea deal with Alameda County prosecutors for a 2022 incident. The 24-year-old was charged for the murder of a 43-year-old Auburn man after he was robbed and fatally shot. The Dublin man pleaded no contest to robbery, and, in return, the murder charge was dismissed. The defendant had a co-defendant who was released from jail after pleading guilty to robbery in 2022. The co-defendant testified at the defendant’s preliminary hearing, but Attorney Seth Morris said there were serious credibility issues to deal with. Morris outlined how these issues raised doubts about the co-defendant’s statements to police, using this position to leverage a plea deal for his client. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Attempted Murder Charges Dismissed After Trial Begins
A Contra Costa man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly firing a gun at a man who was approaching him in a violent and menacing manner. The District Attorney’s final offer to settle the case was 24 years in prison. Believing his client had acted in lawful self-defense, Seth Morris took the case to trial. In his opening statement, he outlined significant problems with the prosecution’s proof and explained the law of self-defense. The morning after opening statements, the District Attorney’s Office moved to dismiss the case for insufficient evidence. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Not Guilty Verdict in Felony Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Case
A Contra Costa man was charged with felony domestic violence, false imprisonment, and sexual assault against his wife. The District Attorney’s Office offered a prison sentence in exchange for a plea deal. Maintaining his innocence, the client chose to go to trial. After hearing the evidence, the jury returned a verdict of not guilty on all counts. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Murder and Vehicular Manslaughter Charges Dismissed
A Berkeley man faced a life sentence for murder charges resulting from an automobile collision in which his passenger was killed. He was alleged to have been under the influence of alcohol with three prior DUI convictions. Over the course of fighting for his client, Seth Morris retained a Human Factors expert to analyze the collision. The expert opined that the collision would have occurred whether the driver was intoxicated or not due to a stalled car in the lane of traffic on a blind curve. Seth Morris was able to get the murder charge dismissed, the vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence charge dismissed, and the client resolved his case for a charge of driving under the influence causing injury. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
2nd DUI & Resisting Arrest in El Sobrante Dismissed
An El Sobrante, CA man was facing a second time driving under the influence and resisting arrest charges. If convicted, he faced up to two years in the county jail. Attorney Brian Amaya drafted, filed, and litigated a Motion to Suppress and argued that the Pinole Police Department violated his Constitutional rights. After vigorously cross-examining the arresting officer in open court, a Contra Costa County Superior Court Judge granted the Motion to Suppress. With all evidence and observations of the police suppressed by the Court, the District Attorney's Office dismissed the case the same day. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Resisting Arrest & Drunk in Public – No Charges Filed
A Danville, CA man was facing drunk in public and resisting arrest charges. If charges were filed, he would be facing up to two years in the county jail. Attorney Brian Amaya successfully intervened and was able to persuade the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office not to file charges. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Gun Possession & Assault Dismissed with Diversion Program
A Walnut Creek, CA man was charged with gun possession and assault after a fight broke out at the Walnut Creek Cheesecake Factory. With a potential two-year jail sentence looming, our defense attorneys filed a Motion for Judicial Diversion which was granted by a judge of the Contra Costa County Superior Court. After completing diversion, all charges were dismissed, and our client's record remained clear. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Murder Charge Reduced with Video Evidence
An Antioch, CA man was staring down a potential 50-year to life sentence for the fatal shooting of his roommate. Utilizing video and audio evidence that documented the victim's aggressive behavior prior to the incident, Seth Morris negotiated with the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office to dismiss the murder charge and resolve the case in favor of a drastically reduced charge of voluntary manslaughter. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.
Charges Dismissed After Fatal Car Wreck
In Antioch, CA, a man was accused of racing his car, resulting in the death of another driver. As a result, he was facing a lifetime driving ban and six years in prison. Through video evidence, attorney Seth Morris showed prosecutors that the client was not racing and did not cause the other driver's death. In fact, the incident was solely due to other driver showing off, causing him to spin out and crash. Once presented with this, the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office dismissed the charges due to insufficient evidence. The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.