Defense Talks About Planes, Movie and Driving – Prosecutor Tells Jury Grandfather Guilty of Felony Sex Abuse on Child
By Darling Gonzalez RIVERSIDE, CA – Last week, here in Riverside County Superior Court, Defense Attorney Decio…
Felony Charge in Gun Self-Defense Case Reduced to Misdemeanor after Judge Learns Details
By Ava Schwartzapfel RIVERSIDE, CA – Nicole Zapien’s felony firearm charge was reduced to a misdemeanor level…
Two Experts Testify in Grandfather’s Child Molestation Trial
By Darling Gonzalez and Catherine Hamilton RIVERSIDE, CA- In somewhat detailed testimony, components of child sexual abuse…
Defense Attorney Hammers Officer on Stand to Discredit Police Report in Court Trial
By Alexa Kendell RIVERSIDE, CA – After Mikhiel Whitlock was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon—not…
Defendant on Trial for Allegedly Killing Man at a Gas Station; Witness Testimonies
By Angie Madrid RIVERSIDE, CA— Three witness testimonies were heard here in Riverside County Superior Court Tuesday…
Pro Per Defendant in Stolen Vehicle Case Once Again Clashes With Judge
By Angela Patel VENTURA, CA – A defendant in a stolen vehicle case, who the Vanguard covered…
Married Couple Gets into Heated Dispute, Wife Asks for Restraining Order against Husband after He Allegedly Choked Her
By Alan Vargas RIVERSIDE, CA — Judge Kristi Hester granted the alleged victim of a domestic violence case the…
Protected Custody Inmate Goes to Trial After Spitting at Other Inmates on Detention Center Transportation Bus
By Marilin Ayon RIVERSIDE, CA— During a preliminary hearing here in Riverside County Superior Court Wednesday, a…
Jury Trial Begins for Man Accused of Beating Wife at Motel 6
By Marilin Ayon and Angela Patel RIVERSIDE, CA – A Sheriff’s Deputy was questioned three times here…
Judge Denies Mental Health Diversion for Man Accused of Attempted Murder, Says Mental Illness Too Severe, Sets Trial
By Angela Patel RIVERSIDE, CA – A defendant diagnosed with severe schizoaffective disorder was denied mental health…
Over Defense Attorney Objections, Defendant Pleads Guilty to Reduce Sentence by 5 Years
By Marilin Ayon RIVERSIDE, CA— Despite the opposition by his public defender here Tuesday in Riverside County…
Veteran Prosecutor Sharon Woo Appointed As a Chief Deputy District Attorney by District Attorney Gascón
By Neha Malhi LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón appointed former veteran prosecutor…
Los Angeles County Sheriff Refuses to Enforce Mask Mandate as LA Faces Surge in COVID-19 Cases
By Angie Madrid LOS ANGELES – With the number of COVID-19 cases surging in Los Angeles County…
Judge Balances Defense Counsel Requests with Busy COVID-Struck Court Calendar
By Alex Klimenko RIVERSIDE, CA – A defendant here—facing charges from 2019—attempted to speed up the process,…
Jury Finds Man Guilty after Hearing Compelling Testimonies during Vandalism Trial
By Anya Chen and Alex Klimenko RIVERSIDE, CA – After allegedly kicking in a door and breaking…
Britney Spears Details the Alleged Truth about Her Conservatorship; Prominent Celebrities Voice Support for the Pop Star
By John Arceno With The New York Times documentary sparking increased interest surrounding Spears’ 13-year-long conservatorship, the…
California Increases Rent Relief and Extends Eviction Protections
By Luke Kyaw LOS ANGELES, CA – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom signed…
Viral Dispute Over Unclothed Trans Woman in Spa Sparks Transgender Policy Protest, Recent Speculation That Video was Staged
By: Roselyn Poommai LOS ANGELES – LAPD officers in riot gear were forced to intervene on July…
District Attorney Claims – Judge Agrees – There Is Sufficient Evidence to Charge Defendant of Lewd Acts
By Angie Madrid RIVERSIDE, CA—During a preliminary hearing held here in Riverside Superior Court Tuesday, District Attorney…
Tardy, Botched Court Reports Lead Judge to Postpone Sentencing
By Joseph Shepard SANTA BARBARA, CA – As a result of tardy, botched court reports, Juan Hernandez…
