Judge David Rosenberg denied Deputy Public Defender Danielle Craig’s request to release the accused on Supervised Own Recognizance (SOR) due to recent changes to Proposition 36, which now allow thefts under $950 to be charged as felonies if the person has two or more prior convictions for certain theft offenses.
Judge Sonia Cortés dismissed all charges in the vandalism case involving the UC Davis “Egghead” sculptures, ruling that the defendants had taken meaningful steps to make amends and that the university and museum representatives were open to alternative resolutions rather than criminal prosecution.
A California Highway Patrol officer accused of abusing power appeared in court this week, with the defense seeking to seal sensitive records and obtain mental health assistance, while the prosecution argued that the public has a right to know about the accused’s conduct.
Judge Thomas Adams raised the bail of a woman accused of DUI and vehicular manslaughter from $250,000 to $350,000 after she violated the terms of her release by registering a 0.03 BAC on a SCRAM alcohol monitor.
Judge Sonia Cortes upheld a $10,000 bond for an accused drug dealer with a history of addiction, while also granting a motion for mental health diversion and requiring the accused to complete a rehabilitation program.
A woman who has been on warrant status for five years appeared in court for a shoplifting misdemeanor dating back to 2020, and Judge Clara Levers refused to schedule the trial date before Jan. 6, 2026, due to the accused having been in warrant status for so long.
A Yolo County man facing a misdemeanor charge had his hearing delayed due to a shortage of certified court reporters, threatening his constitutional right to a speedy trial.
A Yolo County man remains in custody due to mounting delays in two overlapping cases, with questions raised over postponed court dates, medical absences, and the inability to post bail.
Judge Stephen J. Mock denied a request for pretrial release, citing the accused’s prior convictions, despite the defense’s argument that pretrial release would allow the accused to receive inpatient treatment by addressing the Sacramento warrants.
The Yolo County League of Women Voters is hosting a free, nonpartisan voter education event on October 15th to help voters understand Proposition 50 and other election-related topics.
30 district attorneys from California have publicly opposed Proposition 50, arguing that it would dismantle the state’s independent redistricting system and allow partisan gerrymandering to return.
Judge Michael McNaughton ruled that a witness’s prior forgery conviction could not be used to impeach her credibility in a murder trial, as it occurred after her testimony and was not relevant to the case.
A man is facing six drug-related charges in San Francisco Superior Court, including possession and intent to sell narcotics and using a minor to sell them, with the defense arguing that he was exploited for his addiction and the minor was the one profiting.
Judge Clara M. Levers postponed the hearing for a man facing felony and misdemeanor charges, citing the need to further assess his custody status in light of his ongoing mental health treatment and public safety concerns.
A 70-year-old African American woman was found not guilty of battery and unlawful use of tear gas after the jury heard evidence that she acted in self-defense when a 20-year-old student threatened and struck her during a classroom discussion on race.
Judge David Rosenberg ruled that a woman on probation for a misdemeanor petty theft conviction from 2022 will remain free on her own recognizance while the case proceeds, despite the prosecution’s push for revocation.
During a hearing at Yolo County Superior Court, the defense argued for rehabilitation while the prosecution pushed for incarceration, highlighting the tension between punishment and recovery in the justice system.
In Yolo County Superior Court, a jury trial continued for a person charged with misdemeanor counts of driving under the influence and drunk driving, with testimony from the dispatch officer, Officer Arriola, Officer Griffin, and Corporal Dulai, who all confirmed that they did not see the accused driving.
The defense argued that witnesses jumped to conclusions about the alleged crime, while the prosecution argued that the accused threatened BART attendants with a knife and avoided paying the fare by following a patron through the gate.
A man accused of gang-related robbery with the use of force was denied bail due to alleged gang ties and accusations that he attacked the victim for “snitching”, despite the prosecution’s lack of medical evidence on the victim’s injuries.