Case Results

Facts

DEA seized 150+ pounds of marijuana and high-tech extraction machine from house at which client was found. Client was facing mandatory minimum of 16 years in prison, theoretical maximum of 80 years, case tried in Jefferson County.

Charges

• Class 1 Drug Felony: Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Manufacture or Distribute Marijuana Concentrate
• Class 2 Drug Felony with Class 1 Special Offender Sentence Enhancer: Extraction of Marijuana Concentrate using a Hazardous Substance
• Class 3 Felony: Child Abuse
• Class 1 Misdemeanor: Possession of an Illegal Weapon
• Class 2 Misdemeanor: Child Abuse
• Class 1 Misdemeanor: Violation of Protection Order

Outcome

After trial, jury found client not guilty on all counts, after just 2.5 hours of deliberation.

Facts

Police found 267 marijuana plants in various stages throughout residence.

Charges

• Three drug-related crimes

Outcome

Negotiated down to one guilty plea to "Unusual Odors and Smells", fine only

Facts

Woman wrongfully charged with Domestic Violence—Harassment

Charges

Domestic Violence—Harassment

Outcome

Complete Dismissal

Facts

Potential penalty is up to 6 years in prison.

Charges

Class 4 Felony: Tampering with a Witness or Victim

Outcome

Complete Dismissal

Facts

Woman charged with Third Degree Assault

Outcome

Complete Dismissal

Facts

Man charged with 12-point hit-and-run

Outcome

0-point non-moving violation