Case Results
Attempted Murder Charges Dismissed
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Client was charged with attempted murder after an incident involving a self-defense claim. The prosecution later reduced the case to attempted voluntary manslaughter and added a firearm enhancement. Attorney Arash Hashemi filed a Penal Code § 995 motion, and after review of the evidence, the court found the client acted in self-defense and dismissed the case.
- Result: Dismissed
Robbery and Related Charges Dismissed
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Our firm represented a client charged with robbery, assault with a firearm, extortion, criminal threats, and multiple enhancements. The allegations exposed the client to more than 15 years in prison. After Attorney Arash Hashemi conducted a year-long investigation and presented evidence supporting self-defense, the District Attorney determined the client’s actions were justified and dismissed all charges.
- Result: All Charges Dismissed
Felony Battery Charge Dismissed
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Attorney Arash Hashemi represented a client charged with felony battery causing serious bodily injury under Penal Code section 243(d), which carried potential state prison exposure. After the court reviewed the facts at the preliminary hearing, it was determined that the client acted in self-defense or in defense of another. The charge was dismissed, and the client was cleared of wrongdoing.
- Result: Dismissed
Not Guilty on All Counts
Superior Court of California, City of East L.A.
Attorney Arash Hashemi represented a client charged with battery and indecent exposure under Penal Code sections 242 and 314(1). The case proceeded to trial, where the defense presented the facts and challenged the allegations. After hearing the evidence, the jury returned a unanimous not guilty verdict on both counts, and our client was fully acquitted.
- Result: Acquitted
Second Degree Robbery Charge Dismissed
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Attorney Arash Hashemi represented a client charged with second degree robbery under Penal Code section 211, which carried potential state prison exposure. At the preliminary hearing, Attorney Hashemi argued that the evidence did not support the charge. The court agreed and dismissed the case, eliminating the risk of a lengthy prison sentence.
- Result: Dismissed
Assault With a Deadly Weapon Charges Dismissed
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Our firm represented a client charged with two counts of felony assault with a deadly weapon under Penal Code section 245(a)(1), with exposure of up to 16 years in state prison. Attorney Arash Hashemi conducted a thorough review of the evidence and engaged in extensive negotiations with the prosecution. After considering the defense arguments, the District Attorney agreed to dismiss the case.
- Result: Dismissed
Murder Charge Dismissed and Sentence Reduced
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Our firm represented a client charged with murder under Penal Code section 187(a), exposing the client to a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison. After extensive investigation, court hearings, and legal argument focused on self-defense, the District Attorney agreed to dismiss the murder charge. Our client was allowed to plead to voluntary manslaughter under Penal Code section 192(a), resulting in a substantially reduced sentence of six years.
- Result: Reduced Sentence
Transportation of Marijuana Charge Dismissed
Superior Court of California, City of Burbank
Attorney Arash Hashemi represented a client charged with felony transportation of marijuana under Health and Safety Code section 11360(a), which carried potential state prison exposure. At the preliminary hearing, the court reduced the felony to misdemeanor possession under Health and Safety Code section 11357(c) and allowed the case to be dismissed after successful completion of a court-ordered drug program. This result allowed our client to avoid a felony conviction and the risk of prison time.
- Result: Dismissed
Attempted Murder and Gang Enhancement Charges Reduced
Superior Court of California, City of Pasadena
Our firm represented a client charged with attempted murder, assault with a firearm, accessory after the fact, and gang enhancements, with exposure of 25 years to life in state prison. After a year-and-a-half investigation, Attorney Arash Hashemi developed evidence showing the client was not directly involved in the offenses. The charges were significantly reduced, and our client received a substantially lower sentence of six years.
- Result: Reduced Sentence
Lewd or Lascivious Acts Charge Resolved with Probation
Superior Court of California, City of Long Beach
Attorney Arash Hashemi represented a client charged with violating Penal Code section 288(a), which carried potential state prison exposure. After a thorough investigation and strategic negotiations with the District Attorney, the case was resolved with probation only. Our client avoided any time in state prison.
- Result: Probation Granted
Felony Marijuana Possession Charge Reduced and Expunged
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles
Our firm represented a client charged with felony possession of marijuana for sale under Health and Safety Code section 11359(a), facing potential state prison exposure. The court initially granted probation instead of prison time. After a year and a half of compliance, the client was allowed to withdraw the plea, the felony was reduced to a misdemeanor, and the case was ultimately expunged.
- Result: Reduced and Expunged