Dreiling law Results

Client arrested for alleged excessive use of force against a public transportation civilian. Conducted a thorough independent investigation, including a detailed scene analysis and forensic evidence review, and worked directly with the lead detective. As a result, all charges were dropped.

Client charged with sales/distribution of a dangerous controlled substance. Obtained significant mitigation and supportive records, tailoed a diversion motion specific to the concerns of the judicial officer. Diversion granted, case dismissed with no conviction and no admission of guilt.

Client arrested for felony domestic violence. Client was a stalking victim alleged to have assaulted her attacker. Conducted an independent investigation, gathered critical additional evidence, and interfaced directly with the lead detective and the prosecutor. Successfully persuaded the prosecutor to decline filing charges.

Client arrested for third time DUI allegation. After thorough independent investigation, which included compiling medical and health records, medical research documentation, and other evidence in support, DA declined to file any charges.

Client charged with driving under the influence and refusing to submit to a breath test, facing one year total driving suspension. Reviewed all pertinent video from arrest and investigation. Interfaced with hearing officer. Provided detailed case analysis to hearing officer, including legal and factual errors by the police department. DMV agreed to set aside all proceedings.

Client faced DUI allegations with a blood alcohol level of 0.15%. Compiled substantial mitigation materials highlighting the client’s professional background, strong family support, and other key personal factors. Successfully negotiated with the DA to dismiss the DUI charges in exchange for a plea to a reduced offense.

Client arrested for excessive use of force against a public transportation civilian. After through independent investigation, which included a detailed examination of the scene and forensic evidence, and interfacing with the law enforcement detective, all charges dropped.

Client facing eight years in prison for felony drug charges. Client was on probation at the time, had two prior strikes, and a total of nineteen prior criminal case convictions. Client was told by his prior attorney that there was “no way” he would ever get a treatment program. Conducted thorough independent mental health investigation collecting prior custody records , old psychiatric and mental health records, supportive family letter, and out of county case records. Successfully persuaded judge to give client mental health program rather than prison.

Client charged with felony evading after a prolonged high-speed motorcycle pursuit involving multiple Orange County patrol units and a police helicopter. Client faced up to three years in custody. Secured reduction to a misdemeanor with no jail time.

Client charged with felony evading, DUI, driving into oncoming traffic, and excessive speeding, facing up to five years in custody. Worked closely with an in-patient rehabilitation program to design a treatment plan specifically tailored to the client’s background and risks. Addressed the prosecutor’s concerns through proactive mitigation and crafted a resolution that met the prosecution’s needs, resulting in probation with no custody time.

Client faced nearly five years in prison due to felony firearm allegations. Conducted extensive psychological assessments, forensic evaluations, substance abuse rehabilitation intake, and comprehensive mitigation. Successfully obtained mental health diversion for client, providing the opportunity for complete dismissal of charges without a guilty plea or any admission of guilt.

Client charged in a widely publicized case with international media coverage, facing 10 felony counts and up to nine years in custody. Through strategic motion filings, discovery analysis, and aggressive negotiations, secured a phased dismissal: nine felonies dismissed outright, with the remaining count diverted—positioning the client for full dismissal of the case without jail time, probation, fines, or even community service.

Client accused in a hit-and-run incident. Coordinated directly with the lead detective and provided exculpatory evidence confirming the client’s whereabouts at the time of the alleged offense. As a result, no charges were filed.

Client had a prior felony possession-for-sale conviction. Conducted a thorough independent investigation, reviewing court records, transcripts, attorney notes, and police reports. Successfully obtained vacatur of the conviction, leading to full dismissal of the case.

Prominent local chef needed DUI probation terminated early in order to renew DACA status. Provided supportive letters from family, friends arguing that early probation termination was in the interests of justice. Judge agreed, probation terminated early. DACA status successfully renewed.

Client was charged in juvenile court with murder with district attorney proceeding to transfer case to adult court where client faced life in prison. After exhaustive independent investigation, including a mental health evaluation, collecting academic records, additional forensic interviews, review of crime scene footage and other evidence, judge ruled that client should remain in juvenile court.

Client facing felony charges that could be used as a “strike” against them, including an allegation of great bodily injury. After independent investigation, which included supportive letter, review of hospital and mental heatlh records, client given “non-strike” offer with all ecords sealed.

Client charged in a high-profile case with extensive media coverage, facing felony counts of manslaughter, hit-and-run, and DUI. Through independent review and investigation identified critical weaknesses in blood alcohol allegations and uncovered significant legal and factual flaws in the charges. Despite client facing significant custody time, negotiated a resolution limiting the client’s custody exposure to less than one year.

Client accused of stealing high-value merchandise from a luxury department store. Presented compelling mitigation that cast doubt on the allegations and humanized the client. Successfully negotiated a diversion agreement, giving the client the opportunity to have the case dismissed without a guilty plea.

Client accused in a sexual assault case. Conducted an independent investigation, including securing an exonerating witness statement and presenting strong mitigation demonstrating the client’s character and lack of propensity for such conduct. Successfully persuaded the District Attorney not to file charges.