Recent Case Results: Pasadena Criminal Defense Lawyer Ann Gottesman
Please note: For confidentiality reasons specific details of the cases must be omitted to protect the identity of the Clients. While attorney Ann Gottesman is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for her clients, there is no guarantee that your case will result in a dismissal, charge reduction, DMV set-aside, acquittal, probation or no incarceration. The facts of each case are different and while Ann Gottesman has resolved many cases successfully no attorney can guarantee a result in a particular case. Call Ann for a free consultation to discuss the facts of your unique case.
2016
Pasadena DUI and DMV: NOT GUILTY ON .08 BAC CHARGE and SET ASIDE
Client had a .08 blood alcohol level after she was pulled over for stopping over the limit line at a traffic light. After presenting evidence and testimony at the DMV, we got a disappointing notice stating the suspension was issued. The hearing officer flat-out ignored the evidence we presented and the indisputable facts, and issued a ruling that appeared to be an abuse of discretion. However, that suspension was lifted and a set aside was promptly issued after securing a NOT GUILTY verdict in court by convincing the prosecutor that not only is there insufficient evidence of a DUI, but the evidence tends to show the accused was under a .08 BAC at the time of driving. Client was spared the financial expense of a typical jury trial since we were able to secure the verdict through a quick court trial. This process reversed the suspension issued by the DMV and the client does not have a DUI on her record, does not have to do a DUI class or install an interlock device in her vehicle.
2016
Inglewood DUI: DUI TO BE DISMISSED PER VETERAN’S DIVERSION
Client was charged with driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level of .12 percent. He was weaving and failed to complete the field sobriety tests to the satisfaction of the officer. This client was a military veteran. After a lot of investigation and research, it became clear that he deserved to be given the chance to have his charges dismissed pursuant to a new statute, PC 1001.80. A motion was filed, the court considered the legal arguments and all the facts of the case, and agreed to grant the motion. Client is currently on diversion, and it is expected that in April of 2017, his DUI charges will be dismissed if he does not violate the law and continues to attend counseling.
2015
Covina DMV: REFUSAL 2 YEAR REVOCATION SET ASIDE
Client was arrested for a DUI and had a prior alcohol related driver license suspension from when he was a juvenile. He faced a 2 year mandatory "hard" revocation of his license. After subpoenaing all the evidence including the audio belt recording, it became clear that the officer did not properly admonish client regarding the consequences of refusing or failing to complete a chemical test. The Officer was frustrated at the driver's uncooperative demeanor and refusal to perform any field sobriety tests without an attorney. When placed under oath at the DMV hearing, the officer ultimately admitted he did not properly admonish the client; an admission he would have been foolish to deny considering he would have been badly impeached by the audio recording. If client had not requested a DMV hearing or sought the assistance of an attorney within 10 days of the incident, he would have lost his hearing rights and the dmv would have issued the suspension based upon the police report. This was a huge win and client's job and career was saved.
2015
West Covina Superior Court: Drug DUI Dropped
Client was on numerous prescription medications including methadone. Clients stopped for traffic infractions and officer claimed he noticed objective symptoms of intoxication. Medication was found in the car without prescriptions. After contacting detective and providing valid prescriptions, District Attorney eventually rejected the case.
2015
Pasadena Superior Court: Domestic Violence Charge to be Dismissed through Diversion (DEJ)
Client is here on a student visa and got into a physical altercation with his girlfriend. Police arrested Client for domestic violence, a crime of moral turpitude that would result in the loss of his legal status if convicted. After negotiating with the prosecution, Client will be allowed to plead to a lesser offense that is not a crime of moral turpitude, and after 52 counseling sessions, he will be permitted to withdraw his plea, enter a not guilty plea, and the prosecutor will fully dismiss the case.
2015
Pasadena Superior Court: DUI Refusal with .19 BAC on PAS Reduced to Wet Reckless
Client is in school completing prerequisite classes for a nursing program. Client also is not a US citizen and under the specific type of immigration status she has, a DUI conviction was out of the question. She would lose her legal status and her entire future in this country would be jeopardized. Client blew a .19 BAC on the preliminary alcohol screening device and refused to provide a chemical test. After setting case for trial, and providing a substantial amount of evidence to show the collateral consequences Client would suffer if convicted, the District Attorney agreed to reduce the charge to a wet reckless which will not result in her deportation or revocation of her Visa.
2015
Commerce DMV: DUI Suspension Set Aside on a .11 BAC
Client blew a .11 BAC and was looking at up to a 4 month suspension of her driving privileges. It was discovered that the wrong officer signed the DS367 Officer’s Statement and swore under penalty of perjury that all of the information in the statement was true. Well, the officer that affixed his signature, was not the officer who initially detained my client or arrested my client. Since the DMV did not subpoena the officer to the hearing, a set aside was granted.
2015
Pasadena Superior Court: After serious probation violation and 3 year old warrant, Probation terminated and Conviction Dismissed
Client had felony drug conviction and never completed his probation requirements. Warrant was outstanding for about 3 years. Client left the state but got clean and was on the right path. Court allowed counsel to appear without client. After filing motion and presenting documentation of client's rehabilitation, Judge terminated probation and agreed to dismiss the case pursuant to Penal Code 1203.4.
2015
Los Angeles Superior Court, multiple petty theft and possessing false I.D., Charges Dismissed!
About two years ago, client was a young student with a bright future, but sadly she used terrible judgment one night. She was at a club with a friend and while there, client stole two wallets and a purse from three different women. She also had a fake driver license in her possession. The amount of the theft exceeded $950 but was luckily filed as a misdemeanor. She was charged with several counts of petty theft and for possessing a fake I.D. After lengthy negotiations with the prosecutor, and after providing a lot of good character evidence, he agreed to offer diversion, where she could earn a dismissal if she completes community service and counseling. (This offer was made prior to the new Prop 47 law which allows judges to offer diversion in most first offense theft cases.) Two years later (now it is August 2015), I presented proof of completion of client's terms and her plea was withdrawn and the charges dismissed. Now client can move forward with her life without a conviction on her record.
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