The Yolo County Superior Court denied the accused’s motion for judicial diversion due to his prior theft-related offenses and probation violations, despite his current housing stability and caregiving responsibilities.
Deputy Public Defender Craig’s attempt to reduce charges against her client was denied by Judge Rosenberg, with the accused facing one felony count for possession of hard drugs with two prior convictions and procedural issues, fiscal implications of Proposition 36, and prosecutorial disputes.
The accused in a felony theft case was denied a motion to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor due to a lack of evidence and the fact that the offense is often charged as a misdemeanor.
A man accused of rape, kidnapping, and false imprisonment had his bail set at $200,000 after a preliminary hearing, despite the defense’s argument that the case was poorly investigated and the victim witness was not credible.
Judge Mock denied a residential drug treatment program for a repeat drug offender, citing previous supervised release failures and lack of security, instead imposing bail and leaving the accused in custody.
Judge Sonia Cortes denied the motion for restoration of sanity for the 65-year-old individual due to concerns over his lack of insight into his triggers, impulse control issues, lack of stable housing, and need for continued treatment for behavioral issues.
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A Yolo County judge is considering whether a man diagnosed with a mental illness should be allowed mental health diversion instead of incarceration under California Penal Code §1001.36, despite the District Attorney’s objections.
A man on postrelease community supervision was stopped by an officer who recognized his name, leading to a search of his vehicle and the discovery of paraphernalia, resulting in two misdemeanor charges and outpatient treatment being ordered.
Carlos Dominguez’s murder trial continued in Yolo County Superior Court, with the defense planning to call three expert witnesses to testify about Dominguez’s mental state and the prosecution intending to call five of Dominguez’s former roommates and a criminologist to testify about his marijuana use.
Judge Clara M. Levers denied a man’s request for supervised release citing public safety concerns, but ordered the jail to provide him with a tablet to make necessary phone calls and schedule mental health assessments.
Carlos Reales Dominguez is on trial for allegedly murdering two men and attempting to murder a woman, with the prosecution and defense presenting their closing arguments to the jury.
Dr. Stephen Weiner testified that Carlos Dominguez was severely psychotic at the time of the stabbings, believing he was being chased by a supernatural being, and Dr. Sirintip Rhee confirmed that Dominguez had auditory hallucinations and believed he was being guided by shadows.
During a June 5 hearing in a Yolo County murder trial, the defense challenged the credibility of the prosecution’s witnesses, arguing they lacked the expertise to draw scientific conclusions from the crime scene evidence.
Carlos Reales Dominguez is on trial for two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder, with enhancements for use of a deadly weapon and a prior felony conviction, after a tense cross-examination by the district attorney raised questions about prosecutorial conduct.
Carlos Reales Dominguez testified in court about his childhood, academic background, and the onset of schizophrenia symptoms, including visions of “shapeshifting shadow figures” that incited paranoia and fear, as he faces charges of two counts of murder and multiple counts of unlawful use of a deadly weapon.
The judge in Yolo County Superior Court intends to dismiss a misdemeanor domestic violence case in July if the defendant continues to make progress in his mental health diversion program.
Carlos Reales Dominguez’s trial concluded its fourth week with testimony from an investigative sergeant, a forensic psychologist, and a detective, with the defense questioning the accuracy of a police report and Dr. Rhee diagnosing florid psychosis in Dominguez.
Carlos Reales Dominguez’s murder trial continued with testimony from a forensic evaluator and a victim’s acquaintance, with the defense presenting evidence that Dominguez had schizophrenia and the prosecution questioning the credibility of the defense’s expert witness.
Carlos Dominguez is on trial for two counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, and multiple weapon and injury enhancements, with a prior felony conviction, and forensic psychiatrist Dr. Stephen Weiner testified that Dominguez suffers from schizophrenia.