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| September 08, 2010 |
| Former Police Officer Faces Trial On Charges Of Rape, Sodomy, Vandalism |
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On February 26, James Roberts III, a former Huntington Beach police officer, plead not guilty to vandalism, criminal threats, rape, domestic battery, false imprisonment by violence or deceit, aggravated assault, dissuading a witness, and forcible sodomy. Roberts was charged with alleged acts against his wife, an alleged mistress and another man while serving as an officer with the police department. Superior Court Judge Richard J. Beacom decided to move forward with the case once he had heard testimony from Roberts' ex-wife and Orange County investigators, upholding 19 of the 20 felony charges filed by prosecutors. If Roberts is convicted on all of these charges, he could face up to 23 years in prison.
Being accused of or investigated for any type of sex crime or assault & battery can be devastating. Many people often find themselves wrongly accused and do not know where to turn in order to protect their reputation and their future. At the Hedding Law Firm we provide exceptional legal advice and representation to individuals facing these crimes in California. We are board certified criminal defense attorneys and can aggressively defend your rights in both state and federal court. At the Hedding Law Firm, we thoroughly understand the serious nature of these crimes and the severe penalties they may carry and have only your best interests in mind.
At the Hedding Law Firm we represent all types of complex crimes cases. We understand that being accused of committing a crime is an extremely serious legal issue and that your case will need the care and attention of a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. At the Hedding Law Firm our Los Angeles lawyers will properly defend your rights and your freedom.
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| August 27, 2010 |
| 'Sons of Anarchy' Actor, Mark Hiedrich, Arrested for Battery and Resisting Arrest |
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55-year-old "Sons of Anarchy" actor. Mark Hiedrich (known as Mark Boone Junior on the show) was arrested after resisting a police officer. The officer pulled Hiedrich over in his 1995 Ford Thunderbird for not wearing a seatbelt and using his cellphone while driving. Sources say that the actor was apparently in a rush. As the officer attempted to handcuff Hiedrich, Hiedrich resisted, leaving the officer on the ground. While resisting, the actor attempted -- but missed -- to punch the officer in the face. Sources say that the police officer was unfazed and unscathed after the altercation. On Tuesday at approximately 4:40 p.m. Hiedrich was put into custody for two misdemeanors: battery on a peace officer and resisting arrest.
Assault and battery are two separate and distinct criminal acts, usually grouped together in a criminal charge. If you threaten someone with bodily harm with the intention to inflict it, then the crime is considered assault. The crime of battery is when one causes bodily harm to another by using direct physical contact. Both assault and battery are violent crimes and are very serious charges in the state of California. Penalties may include up to 15 years in jail or prison, harsh fines, restitution, community service, probation and a mark on your criminal record for life.
At the Hedding Law Firm we have provided clients throughout the Los Angeles area with outstanding criminal defense for many years. Regardless of the nature of the crime you are accused of, you can expect to receive fair and just legal representation from our Los Angeles assault and battery attorneys. At the Hedding Law Firm we will provide you with the dedication and skill needed to obtain an outcome that will satisfy you long term. Contact us today to speak to a knowledgeable Los Angeles criminal defense attorney!
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| August 27, 2010 |
| Infamous Former Bell City Manager, Robert Rizzo, Pleads Guilty to DUI |
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On Wednesday, the notorious 56-year-old former Bell city manager, Robert Rizzo, plead guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol. His infamous claim to fame came when his $800,000 salary was revealed by The Times, resigning from his position in July. On March 6, Rizzo was arrested after attempting to drive into his driveway, and plowing through his neighbor's mailbox instead. Rizzo, was said to have had a blood-alcohol level three times the legal limit at 0.28. Officers stated that he was so inebriated that they could not immediately test his blood-alcohol level, or comprehend his slurred speech. Rizzo, who originally did not plead guilty, did so on Wednesday through his attorney. The former city manager was sentenced to 10 days of community service and a nine-month first-offender alcohol awareness program.
If you have been arrested for a DUI, it is very important that you contact a DUI defense lawyer immediately. You only have 10 days from the date of your arrest to schedule a DMV hearing in order to protect your driving privileges and keep your license from becoming automatically suspended. An attorney at our firm can represent you at this hearing to offer you the best chance of getting your license back. Contact a Los Angeles DUI Attorney
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| August 20, 2010 |
| Marine DUI And Vehicular Manslaughter |
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On Sunday, a 23-year-old Marine, believed to be driving under the influence, killed a 51-year-old woman, Chandrika De Silva, and critically injured her grandson in a car accident. While De Silva's husband exited the Prius to go open a driveway, De Silva exited the car to check up on their grandson. It was then that the marine, driving a Jeep Cherokee, rammed into the rear-end of the Prius. De Silva was killed instantly, and her grandson -- who suffered from lacerations and force trauma to the body -- was flown the Children's Hospital in Los Angeles. The marine was arrested and taken to the Van Nuys jail, suffering only small cuts and scratches.
If you have been accused of causing a death due to negligence or a violation of traffic safety laws, it would be in your best interest to hire a Los Angeles vehicular manslaughter defense lawyer. In some case’s a vehicular manslaughter charge can be upgraded to a murder charge. Does your vehicular manslaughter charge involve alcohol? Contact a Los Angeles DUI lawyer in our office to discuss all of the details of your case and how DUI charges may affect the circumstances of the arrest.
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| August 20, 2010 |
| New Program Puts Ignition Interlock In Cars Of DUI Offenders |
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A new program was set on July 1, mandating that those who have been convicted of DUI will need to install a new breath alcohol ignition interlock device in their cars. Drivers will need to blow into a tube attached to said device, which in turn traces and calculates his or her blood-alcohol level. This pilot program requires a blood-alcohol concentration of at most 0.03, even-though California's legal limit is 0.08. Anything exceeding the 0.03 limit would prevent the vehicle from turning on. This program will run in Sacramento, Tulare, and Alameda counties until the year 2016.
Those convicted of DUI for their first time would be required to use the device for about half a year. Those convicted a second time would leave the device installed for a year. Sources suggest that the cost of these devices would run around $125: $75 to install the ignition interlock device and approximately $50 a month to monitor. Offenders struggling to pay the full amount would simply pay less. Also, authorities maintain that this would not use up any taxpayer money.
DUI offenses are among the most common crimes police officers arrest Californians for on a daily basis. Many people do not realize that a DUI is a crime that carries potentially serious consequences to the person's driving record, insurance rates, reputation and freedom. At the Hedding Law Firm, we diligently and professionally defend individuals charged with drunk driving. Our lawyers have handled hundreds of DUI / DWI cases over the years and we know the appropriate steps to take to assist you in making the right decisions. Contact us now to set up a free and immediate consultation!
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| June 18, 2010 |
| Woman Lands In Prison For Vehicular Manslaughter |
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A jury convicted Suzanne Amelia Carlson, 27, of second-degree murder. Carlson was sentenced 15 years to life in prison after she rear-ended a truck and killed a passenger; she was inebriated while driving on the 91 Freeway.
In court, witnesses testified that Carlson had been drinking at a restaurant for approximately two hours. Shortly after Carlson drove a man's sedan; he sat in the passenger seat of his car. As she entered the 91 Freeway, she rear ended the back of a FedEx truck, destroying the right side of the sedan. Carlson escaped through the sunroof, but her passenger remained stuck inside. An attempt was made to remove the passenger, but he was unable to overcome the internal injuries that he sustained.
Testing revealed that Carlson drove with a BAC (blood alcohol level) of 0.22, which is about three times that of the legal limit. Perhaps the most troubling prospect of all is Carlson's record: she had been convicted of three other DUIs in the past, forced to take alcohol-awareness courses.
When a death occurs due to drunk driving, reckless driving, speeding, gross negligence or a hit and run, you may be charged with the crime of vehicular manslaughter. It is a form of manslaughter that involves the use of an automobile.
If charged with vehicular manslaughter you will need a very strong defense. At the Hedding Law Firm we will use our 50 years of combined knowledge and experience to aggressively defend your vehicular manslaughter case. We are determined to succeed by obtaining a winning outcome for your criminal defense case. Contact an attorney at the Hedding Law Firm today to review the facts of your case, police report and obtain answers to any questions that you may have concerning the charges against you.
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| June 01, 2010 |
| A Not So Fun Hit & Run |
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Michael Goldman, a 74-year-old-man, was a arrested in a hit and run accident. Benjamin Zelman, a 22 year old parking valet was left in a coma.. On Wednesday May 19, at around 10:40 p.m Zelman was struck as he was crossing La Cienega Boulevard and Melrose Place.
Surveillance video showed the culprits yellow convertible Volkswagen Beetle as well as the mother of Benjamin, asking him to come forward. Someone later recognized the car and gave Police tips on where the culprit could possibly be found. Goldman's bail was set at $50,000 and is expected to be charged on Friday, May 28.
California law requires that if you are involved in any type of accident, you must stop and provide proper identification to law enforcement or the other people involved in the accident. Many people may become scared and run, sometimes due to the serious nature of the accident, their immigration status, lack of insurance, DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or a variety other reasons.
By hiring a professionalLos Angeles criminal defense attorney you give yourself the opportunity to receive only a minimal sentence, possibly avoiding jail time altogether. At the Hedding Law Firm our Los Angeles hit and run attorneys understand all areas of DMV and criminal law and we will look for every opportunity to maintain your freedom. Contact us today to speak with a knowledgeable Los Angeles hit and run lawyer at: 1-818-986-2092. |
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| May 27, 2010 |
| Marion 'Suge' Knight Asked By Judge To Stay Away From Man And Family After Alleged Assault |
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Last week Marion "Suge" Knight, 45, was arrested for pointing a gun at a person. Now the judge has ordered Knight to not get anywhere near a rap artist, Elwood E. Chatman, who claimed that Knight threatened to kill him. The Los Angeles Superior Court Judge, Carol Boas Goodson, ordered that Knight needs to stay 100 yards away from the rapper and his family.
In Chatman's court papers it is stated that Knight told Chatman that he would take Chatman's life. Chatman even went on to assert that he had been threatened and assaulted twice before, though he did not say if Knight was the assaulter in his prior incidents.
The Los Angeles police report states that last Thursday Knight was put under arrest on a warrant for driving on a suspended license, and on suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon. A hearing is scheduled for June 8.
Assault and battery are two separate and distinct criminal acts, usually grouped together in a criminal charge. If you threaten someone with bodily harm with the intention to inflict it, then the crime is considered assault. The crime of battery is when one causes bodily harm to another by using direct physical contact. Both assault and battery are violent crimes and are very serious charges in the state of California.
If you are have been accused of, formally charged with or have been arrested for assault and battery then it is very important that you hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately. At the Hedding Law Firm we will come to your defense and aggressively fight the charges you face. Do not take a chance on your freedom! Contact the Hedding Law Firm today to schedule a free case evaluation and consultation.
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| May 18, 2010 |
| Food Network Personality Plots To Murder Wife |
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Juan-Carlos Cruz, most commonly known as a Food Network personality, was charged on Monday with solicitation to commit murder and attempted murder. Prosecutors allege that Cruz asked at least two Santa Monica homeless to kill his wife in exchange for money. His co-workers and neighbors described him as a community volunteer, dedicated churchgoer, and loving husband.
Santa Monica police detectives went undercover for a weeklong investigation until they arrested Cruz. The authorities learned of Cruz's plot when one of the homeless men he solicited told the Santa Monica police. Cruz is said to have had provided the homeless with a weapon and cellphone. Other sources later said that he wanted one of the homeless men to strangle his wife.
Cruz had his first court appearance in the Los Angeles County Superior Court where he pleaded not guilty. If he is found guilty he could be facing a life term in prison.
If you have been charged with solicitation to commit murder or attempted murder in the Los Angeles area, contact the Ronald Hedding Law Offices and ask to speak to an experienced Los Angeles criminal defense attorney. Don't settle for anything less -- make sure you get an aggressive criminal defense attorney to secure your rights!
Contact us today by calling 818-986-2092.
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