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Aquittals/Dismissals

Interference with a Police Officer and Obstructing Government Administration – Acquitted on all counts

The client was charged with two counts of Interfering with a Police Officer and one count of Obstructing Governmental Administration arising from two separate incidents. Attorney Emily Elison analyzed the case and determined that the prosecutor could not prove the crimes charged against the client. Emily took the case to trial and the client was acquitted on all counts.

Interference with a Peace Officer and Disorderly Conduct – Acquitted on all counts

The client was charged with Interference with Police Officer and Disorderly Conduct. The prosecution presented testimony from police officers that the client refused to get out of the street after receiving repeated orders from police to leave the area. The police also testified that the client was recklessly obstructing traffic. Attorney Pete Castleberry took the case to trial. After the prosecution put on its entire case, Pete persuaded the judge that the state’s evidence was not sufficient and the judge acquitted the client on all counts.

Disorderly Conduct and Interference With a Police Officer – Not Guilty

The client was charged with Disorderly Conduct and Interference With a Police Officer. The prosecution argued that the client was riding a bike in a manner that recklessly obstructed traffic, and the the client refused to get out of the street as ordered by police. Emily Elison took the case to trial and the judge found the client not guilty on both counts.

Assault IV -Domestic Violence – Case Dismissed

The client was charged with Assault IV constituting domestic violence. Castleberry & Elison investigated the case and determined that the witness statements were unreliable. Through the process of a thorough independent investigation, it became clear that the true story of what happened was very different than what the police had written in their reports. Ultimately, the case was dismissed.

Felony Assault IV -Domestic Violence – Case Dismissed

The client was charged with felony Assault. Castleberry & Elison investigated the case and determined that the alleged victim’s statements to the police were untrue and exaggerated. After investigation, it became clear that the alleged victim’s story was not the true story. When shown the flaws in the victim’s story, the state dismissed the case.

Assault and Strangulation – Domestic Violence – Not Guilty

Client was charged with assault and strangulation. The prosecutor used the testimony of the alleged victim and several police officers at trial. Castleberry & Elison, P.C.‘s cross examination strategy called the alleged victim’s credibility into serious doubt and exposed major incontestability in police testimony. The jury returned a verdict of Not Guilty on all counts.

DUII – Case Dismissed

Client was charged with driving under the influence of intoxicants, or DUII. At a pre-trial hearing, police testified that the client was swerving and almost ran off the road. Police also testified that the client failed field sobriety tests and admitted to taking controlled substances. Through the process of investigation and legal analysis, Castleberry & Elison, P.C. determined that the police had violated the client’s constitutional rights in the course of their investigation. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. filed a motion to exclude all of the prosecutor’s most important evidence from the trial. A judge granted the motion and ultimately the prosecutor dismissed the case entirely.

Felony Criminal Mischief in the First Degree – Case Dismissed

Client was charged with felony criminal mischief for allegedly breaking a large window. The client faced significant jail time if convicted. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. negotiated an agreement with the alleged victim called a “civil compromise” and filed a motion to dismiss the case. The judge granted the motion and the case was dismissed, sparing the client a potential felony conviction, significant jail time, probation, and fines and fees.

Harassment – Domestic Violence – Case Dismissed

Client was charged with harassment constituting domestic violence. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. investigated the case and determined that the alleged victim’s story was not credible. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. requested a jury trial. The prosecutor dismissed the case on the morning of the trial when the complaining witness did not show up to testify.

DUII – Case Dismissed

Client was charged with DUII. A witness told the police that the client stumbled out of a bar and then drove his vehicle. The police stated that the client had bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and was obviously drunk. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. researched and analyzed the case and determined that the client’s constitutional rights had been violated. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. filed a motion to dismiss the case based on the constitutional violations. Attorney Pete Castleberry argued the motion and persuaded the trial judge to dismiss the case completely.

Stalking – Case Dismissed

Client’s ex-girlfriend filed a petition asking the court to enter a permanent stalking order against the client. After attorney Pete Castleberry argued the case at a hearing, the judge dismissed the case.

Assault and Harassment – Domestic Violence – Case Dismissed

Client was accused of assaulting his father-in-law. After a thorough investigation, Castleberry & Elison, P.C. determined that the alleged victim had a history of violence and a bad criminal record. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. filed a motion to rely on self defense and requested a jury trial. The prosecutor dismissed the case the day before trial.

DUII – Client allowed to enter diversion over the prosecutor’s objection

Client was charged with DUII after a car accident. The client had a very high breath test result and police stated that the accident caused an injury to another party, which can disqualify a person from the diversion program. The prosecutor refused to agree to diversion so attorney Emily Elison took the case to court. Emily Elison convinced the judge to ignore the prosecutor’s objection and the client was allowed to enter diversion. This allowed the client to avoid a DUII conviction.

DUII License Suspension – Client allowed to keep driver’s license

Client failed a breath test and faced a 90 day license suspension. Attorney Emily Elison found a technical error in the suspension paperwork and requested a hearing on the matter. Emily Elison’ argument prevailed and the client was allowed to keep their driver’s license.

Hit and Run (Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver) – Case Dismissed

Client was charged with hit and run for allegedly failing to stop after a car accident. Client faced jail time and a 90 day license suspension if convicted. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. negotiated an agreement with the alleged victim called a “civil compromise” and filed a motion to dismiss the case. The judge granted the motion and the case was dismissed, sparing the client a criminal conviction, a license suspension, and the potential for jail time.

Probation and Minimized Sentences

Major Embezzlement Case – Multiple Counts of Aggravated Theft in the First Degree

The client was charged in a multiple count felony indictment for Aggravated Theft in the First Degree for allegedly stealing approximately $200,000. The client was facing several years in prison. After Castleberry & Elison negotiated the dismissal of several charges, the prosecutor asked the judge for substantial prison time. However, Pete Castleberry persuaded the judge to impose probation and jail time instead of prison.

Felony Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs – Reduced to Violation

The client was charged with two counts of possessing illegally controlled substances without a prescription, one felony and one misdemeanor. Castleberry & Elison analyzed the state’s evidence and determined that the client’s constitutional rights had been violated in the course of the police investigation. Castleberry & Elison filed a motion to suppress the prosecutor’s most critical evidence from the trial. Ultimately, the prosecutor dismissed the felony charge and reduced the misdemeanor charge to a violation.

Assault of a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Criminal Mischief – 18 months probation and Assault and Criminal Mischief DISMISSED

Client was charged with intentionally attempting to cause physical injury to a police officer, resisting arrest, and criminal mischief arising from a struggle with police. The prosecutor was originally seeking jail time. Through negotiations, the prosecutor ultimately agreed to dismiss the Assault and Criminal Mischief charges and agreed to 18 months of probation with no jail.

Felony cocaine possession, Endangering the Welfare of a Minor – 2 years probation and felony charges DISMISSED

Client was charged with possessing cocaine in the same house as the client’s child. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. took an aggressive negotiation position. Ultimately, the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the felony cocaine charge and client received 24 months probation with no jail.

Assault, Harassment, Criminal Mischief – 2 years probation and Assault and Harassment charges DISMISSED

Client was charged with assault and other crimes arising from a domestic dispute. The police had two eyewitnesses that claimed the client attacked the alleged victim without provocation. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. discovered that the alleged victim had felony assault convictions in the past that could be used to undermine the alleged victim’s credibility in court. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. also uncovered multiple discrepancies between the alleged victim’s story and witness statements. Ultimately, the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the Assault and Harassment charge and the client received 2 years probation without jail time.

Felony Burglary in the 1st Degree, Assault, Criminal Mischief – 3 years probation

Client was charged with two counts of Burglary in the 1st Degree, Assault, and Criminal Mischief. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. leveraged the client’s clean criminal record and the unique circumstances underlying the charges to persuade the prosecutor to offer a very favorable deal. Ultimatley, Castleberry & Elison, P.C. structured a deal that allowed the client to eventually expunge the record and kept the client out of jail.

Felony Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Menancing – 18 months probation and felony charges DISMISSED

Client was charged with two counts of felony unlawful use of a weapon and two counts of menacing for allegedly making threats with a knife during a conflict. Castleberry & Elison, P.C. investigated the case and determined that the client had been provoked and may have been acting in self defense. After discussing the case with the prosecutor, attorney Pete Castleberry negotiated a deal that eliminated the felony charges and will allow the client to expunge the record after three years.