Actual case results achieved by Edward Welbourn

Felony DUI with Great Bodily Injury Reduced to a Misdemeanor and no Jail

My client was riding a motorcycle with a passenger with a blood alcohol level over twice the legal limit.  My client crashed the motorcycle and the passenger suffered broken bones as did my client.  After lengthy discussions with the court and District Attorney’s Office, the case was reduced to a misdemeanor and my client will not serve any jail time.

Third Strike Case Dismissed After the Preliminary Hearing

My client had an extensive criminal record dating back 20 years.  Within this criminal history, my client had been convicted of several “Strike Offenses” including Robbery, First Degree Burglary and Assault with a Deadly Weapon.  My client was charged with attempted burglary and felony vandalism.  At the end of the preliminary hearing, the judge dismissed the case and my client was released that same day.  My client was facing 85 years to life if convicted.

Attempted Murder Charges Dismissed

My client was charged with two counts of Attempted Murder for shooting from his vehicle at two individuals walking down the street in the late evening hours.  A Los Angeles Police Department officer was driving behind my client and witnessed the whole incident.  After lengthy negotiations with the District Attorney, Judge and LAPD investigators, the attempted murder charges were dismissed and he was released from county jail and given community service.  My client can withdraw his guilty plea upon completion of probation and have the case dismissed.  My client was a United State Marine on leave from Iraq who was driving with known gang members from his neighborhood. .

Reckless Driving and Child Endangerment reduced to a speeding infraction

My client and his child’s mother were charged with reckless driving and child endangerment arising out of a custody dispute and high speed chase through Orange County where both parties ran stop lights and stop signs. In addition to facing jail time, probation and fines, my client’s professional license would be revoked by the state of California if he was found guilty. After considerable preparation, we answered ready for trial. The District Attorney’s Office dismissed the charges and reduced his case to a speeding infraction and running a stop sign infraction. My client is eligible to complete traffic school on the case. His professional license remains intact.

Domestic Violence and Probation Violations dismissed at trial

My client was arrested for a misdemeanor Domestic Violence case. At the time, he was on two grants of formal probation for DUI and a prior domestic violence. My client steadfastly denied the incident and we prepared the case for trial. After completing extensive investigation regarding the surrounding facts and circumstances, we announced ready for trial within two weeks. The District Attorney’s Office dismissed the case and probation violations on the day of trial.

Felony DUI with Great Bodily Injury case to be reduced to misdemeanor

My client was charged with a felony DUI and two strikes because she crossed over the yellow line and hit an oncoming car head-on causing great bodily injury to herself, her passenger and the on-coming driver. My client’s blood alcohol level was .21%. After negotiating the case with the District Attorney’s Office and the judge, we reached a resolution that will allow my client to reduce her case to a misdemeanor. My client was placed on probation, must complete 200 hours community service, an alcohol class and pay fines. Both strikes were dismissed and my client only served a total of five days in custody.

Misdemeanor DUI case reduced to a speeding ticket

My client was driving home from work after having a few drinks with his co-workers. He was stopped for a traffic infraction and later arrested for a DUI. My client’s blood alcohol level was .08%. After careful preparation, the city attorney’s office dismissed the DUI charges and reduced the case to a speeding infraction with a nominal fine. I also represented my client before the DMV and saved his license.

Not Guilty Verdict in Multiple Count Robbery Trial

My client was charged with six counts of robbery with a gun and six prior strikes. As a result, he was facing 175 years to life in prison if convicted. The prosecution’s case alleged that my client robbed four hotels at gunpoint and fled with cash. At trial, each of the victims testified and identified my client as the man who robbed them. My client was acquitted on all counts.

Felony Domestic Violence and False Imprisonment Charges Dismissed

My client was arrested for felony Domestic Violence and false imprisonment after a fight leaving visible injuries on her spouse. Client admitted her involvement to the police and was arrested. Client was immediately bailed out of jail and never went back. The felony charges were dismissed and client received a misdemeanor battery, counseling and a fine.

DISCLAIMER

The case results described in this website are not intended nor do they constitute a guarantee, warranty or prediction regarding the outcome of your case. Every case is different and many factors come into play such as the particular facts of the case and background of the client.