The accused in a felony vandalism case was remanded into custody after failing to appear in court, despite defense arguments that transportation problems and language barriers contributed to the delay.
Defense counsel argued in court that the Long Beach Police Department failed to conduct a proper DUI investigation, as critical steps were overlooked and evidence was not collected.
A judge at the Harbor Justice Center declined to immediately expand a father’s contact with his children, citing the timeline of a protective order despite arguments that the father had made measurable progress in treatment programming.
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 supporting the change, despite the prosecution’s objection.
Judge Maria D. Hernandez upheld the punitive fees and imposed additional restitution fees after the accused pleaded guilty to six counts, including felonies and misdemeanors, despite the public defender’s request for a reduction in fees due to the accused’s financial hardship.
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 time, while maintaining a restitution fee.
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 accused could not afford to pay.
A judge in Van Nuys Courthouse West revoked a man’s probation after he failed to complete his 45 days of assigned community labor, despite defense arguments that family crises prevented compliance.
Judge Hernandez denied a request for a public defender and set bail during an arraignment for an accused facing multiple felony charges, citing the accused’s financial information and criminal history as factors.
Judge Richard E. Pacheco acknowledged the accused’s financial hardship during a court hearing and allowed the payment arrangement to remain in effect, emphasizing that the accused only has to pay as much as can be afforded.
Judge Whitney L. Bokosky ruled that there was sufficient evidence to hold a man for trial on felony methamphetamine possession and related charges, after a preliminary hearing at the Westminster West Justice Center.
After hearing closing arguments, a jury in Orange County Superior Court began deliberations to determine if the accused was driving while mentally impaired and with an illegal blood alcohol content.
Commissioner Joseph Dane sentenced several individuals to serve time for unlawful camping, while studies show that criminalizing homelessness is costly to taxpayers and fails to address the underlying causes of homelessness.
Judge Derek G. Johnson reduced bail for a defendant facing multiple financial-related felony charges, but questions remain about whether the accused can afford release despite the reduction.
A jury in Santa Ana is deliberating whether the accused is guilty of simple assault and battery after a security guard reported being attacked while attempting to protect a family from the accused, who allegedly became angry when the security guard raised his arm to create a barrier between them.
Judge Carlton P. Biggs ordered an accused to resolve multiple program enrollment issues on her own or face possible jail time, despite her claims that administrative barriers and lack of notice hindered her compliance with court-ordered requirements.
Judge M. Mark Kelly ruled in favor of the prosecution’s request to introduce an alleged prior uncharged incident in the retrial of a single count of alleged sexual assault, despite defense objections citing Evidence Codes 1108 and 1101.
A man was sentenced to three years in state prison for larceny and a wobbler offense after pleading guilty in Newport Beach court, with the judge denying bail and the defense offering no objections to the sentence.
A man was sentenced to 180 days in county jail after failing to provide documentation showing he completed required courses, despite his claim that he was never told to return to court with proof.
An accused individual was ordered to pay the remaining balance of victim restitution and $265 in fines, as well as complete 40 hours of community service, before his case can be formally resolved.