Court Watch: Judge Grants Limited Contact in Newport Beach Domestic Violence Case
A judge modified a protective order to allow limited contact between the accused and the victim, after hearing from both sides and receiving a victim impact statement... Read more.
Court Watch: Judge Upholds Punitive Fees for Accused Despite Financial Hardship Plea
Judge Maria D. Hernandez upheld the punitive fees and imposed additional restitution fees after the accused pleaded guilty to six counts, including felonies and... Read more.
Court Watch: Judge Grants Partial Relief, Keeps Restitution Fee Despite Defense Motion to Dismiss Charges
A judge in Newport Beach reduced charges against an accused narcotics offender and allowed him to participate in an outpatient treatment program in lieu of jail... Read more.
COURT WATCH: Judge Upholds Restitution Fee after Bail Release Despite Defense Challenge
Judge Antony C. Ufland upheld a restitution fee of $150 for an accused who pleaded guilty to possession of illegal substances, despite defense arguments that the... Read more.