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Yolo Judge Denies Supervised Release, Citing Probation Violations

By Tyler Harty-RollinsJuly 3, 20260 comments

Yolo County Judge Danette C. Brown denied a request for supervised own recognizance for an individual accused of vehicle theft and committing a crime while on probation. The court cited the accused’s documented history of probation violations and prior failures to appear, including two instances of leaving a court-ordered program. Judge Brown expressed doubt regarding the likelihood of future court appearances, stating, “There are no assurances [the accused] will appear.”

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COURT WATCH: Judge Denies Pre-Sentencing Release Despite Defense Warning Accused Could Lose Disability and Veterans Benefits

By Naisha JohnJuly 1, 20260 comments

Yolo County Superior Court Judge Stephen Mock denied a request for pretrial release for an accused individual facing drug and theft-related charges, citing the defendant’s prior performance while out of custody. Despite defense arguments regarding the potential loss of disability and veterans benefits, Judge Mock ruled against immediate release. The court, however, stipulated that the defendant could be released on supervised own recognizance (SOR) to a treatment program, contingent upon bed availability prior to the scheduled July 28 sentencing hearing.

Court Watch: Judge Orders Supervised Release of Unhoused Accused after Defense Denounces ‘Status Crimes’

By Kaitlyn MajlesiJune 25, 20260 comments

Yolo County Superior Court Judge Danette C. Brown ordered the supervised own recognizance (SOR) release of an unhoused accused from pretrial detention, overriding objections from both the prosecution and probation. Defense counsel argued that the case, involving charges of felony drug possession and misdemeanor camping, reflected the criminalization of homelessness and poverty.

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Court Watch: Yolo Judge Releases Mentally Ill Man over Prosecution Objections

By Bertha FernandezJune 8, 20260 comments

The Yolo County Superior Court granted supervised own recognizance (SOR) to an individual accused of disorderly conduct, despite Deputy District Attorney Carolyn Palumbo’s expressed concerns regarding the defendant’s mental health and the potential for future criminal activity. Judge David Rosenberg, presiding over the arraignment, imposed specific conditions for release, including daily check-ins with probation and adherence to prescribed medication, after Deputy Public Defender Erin M. Dacayanan advocated for less restrictive release measures.

COURT WATCH: Judge Sets Bail above $10,000 for Unhoused Yolo County Woman Despite Defense Concerns over Poverty and Mental Health

By Olivia GomesMay 27, 20260 comments

A Yolo County judge ordered an unhoused woman to remain in custody, declining her release on supervised own recognizance. The court imposed bail totaling over $10,000 across her multiple pending criminal cases, citing prior non-compliance with release conditions. This decision drew objections from the Deputy Public Defender, who argued against the bail amount’s feasibility.

COURT WATCH: Yolo County Judge Orders Supervised Release with GPS Monitoring Despite Prosecutor Objections

By Matthew Miyaki PonceMay 22, 20260 comments

An accused individual, facing charges of felony shoplifting with prior convictions and a probation violation, was ordered released by a Yolo County Superior Court judge. The ruling, issued during a pretrial bail hearing, occurred despite prosecutorial objections citing the individual’s documented history of missed court appearances. The court determined that nonfinancial conditions, including supervised own recognizance and GPS monitoring, adequately mitigated concerns regarding flight risk.

Court Watch: Judge Denies Release for Unhoused Accused, Sets Bail at $5,000 Despite Financial Hardship

By Ashley Block, Katelyn LeongMay 18, 20260 comments

Yolo County Superior Court Judge Danette Brown denied release for an accused woman facing felony second-degree robbery charges during a recent arraignment hearing, establishing bail at $5,000. The ruling, which cited the defendant’s documented history of failing to appear in court and concerns regarding her housing status, was issued despite defense counsel’s arguments detailing financial hardship and proposing a nominal bail amount.

Court Allows Mental Health Treatment Plan over Prosecution Objections in Yolo County Case

By Kailyn StandiferMay 12, 20260 comments

Yolo County Superior Court Judge David Rosenberg granted supervised own recognizance release for an accused individual diagnosed with a mental health disorder, facilitating their enrollment in a San Jose treatment center. The ruling came despite persistent opposition from Deputy District Attorney Candace Guthmiller, who argued the accused presented a public safety risk and that no conditions of release would adequately protect the victims. The court’s order included additional stipulations aimed at ensuring family safety.