Unfortunately, the police in this case obtained a detailed statement from the client and from an eye witness. The police also obtained photo evidence and cell phone evidence. Through deposition, Jessica determined that the alleged victim was only interested in restitution. Additionally, Jessica argued to the prosecutor that much of the harmful evidence in the case would not be admissible at trial. The client received six (6) months of probation, which may terminate earlier if he completes the restitution payments.

The client’s baby mamma accused him of violently attacking her. The client hired Jessica immediately and she contacted the filing attorney at the State Attorney’s Office to make sure that charges were not filed until they heard the whole story. Jessica explained the alleged victim’s history of violent behavior, as well as the fact that there was an eye witness who saw the alleged victim attack the client, while the client merely defended himself. The State declined to file the charges, and the client was thrilled.

The client violated her probation by leaving the County, but the warrant mistakenly stated that she was also arrested for a new crime of Grand Theft. What really happened was that she was with someone and that other person was arrested for Grand Theft, but because of the mistake in the warrant, she would have had to wait at least a month behind bars before the case could be resolved. Within three (2) days, Jessica was able to get to the bottom of the mistake, through communications with the probation officer and a supervisor at the State Attorney’s Office. The next day the client was set for court and was reinstated on probation.

This was a delicate case because of the client’s personal and professional ties to the community. A conviction would have been devastating. The client complet ed a three (3) month diversion program, and the charge was dismissed.

The client hired Jessica after spending about 9 months in jail, after his bond was revoked due to an additional arrest. Within weeks, Jessica filed a Motion to Suppress and a Demand for a Speedy trial. On the date of the hearing, the State offered Time Served. The client accepted and was then able to post a bond on his other case.

The client had a different attorney and has also represented himself. But after over 2 years in jail, he hired Jessica. The previous attorney had filed a Motion to Suppress, but it was denied. Jessica worked closely with a private investigator to uncover documents, reports and witnesses that proved that the client was illegally searched during a traffic stop. Jessica filed another Motion to Suppress/Motion to Rehear the Motion to Suppress and it was granted! This means that the State cannot present any of the evidence/documents found in the Defendant’s vehicle (since the police searched him without a warrant and without his consent) and they cannot prove the case.