As a society, we agree on certain rules that are enforced by law. When you violate one of these laws, you are charged with a crime. The Miami criminal defense attorneys at The Cochran Firm South Florida handle many different types of criminal cases. Common criminal cases handled by defense attorneys include:
Criminal defense is important because it upholds rights you are guaranteed by the US Constitution. Although society has decided crimes are crimes because they are dangerous or otherwise harmful to other people, the nature of a crime does not excuse the necessity for a fair, thorough defense.
Unlike the civil cases, criminal defense does not involve proving negligence or wrongdoing. Instead, a thorough investigation of the details of your case will be necessary, particularly to determine if your rights were violated at any point starting from your arrest.
Convictions for criminal charges can be severe. Prosecutors often seek maximum punishment for those charged with crimes. Criminal cases must be defended aggressively. Achieving the best possible resolution to your case requires a careful dismantling of the prosecution's case against you.
A criminal defense attorney's job is to defend you, regardless of guilt or past criminal convictions. If you are convicted of a crime, you will face consequences; however, an organized and aggressive defense of your case may result in a minimization of the severity of those consequences.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
Suspected DUI Driver Loses Control of SUV and Hits Power Pole
January 27, 2012 - According to reports a driver suspected of driving under the influence lost control of an SUV and struck a power pole. According to Costa Mesa Police Sgt. Ron Chamberlin the accident was reported at approximately 11:08 p.m. at the intersection of Victoria Street and Pacific Avenue.
Sgt. Chamberlin said the driver of a Ford SUV lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a pole, knocking out power to several homes and businesses. He said there were no other vehicles involved in the crash. The driver of the SUV was injured braking multiple bones and was transported to an area hospital. The name of the driver has not been released, Sgt. Chamberlin said.
According to a Southern California Edison spokeswoman, crews are working to restore power to the homes and businesses that were affected. The Southern California Edison spokeswoman said that there was a total of 1,573 customers that lost power due to the crash and power was expected to be restored by 5:00 p.m. The customers that were affected were south of Wilson Street, north of Victoria, east of Via Straits Lane and west of Placentia Avenue.
Sgt. Chamberlin said the driver of a Ford SUV lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a pole, knocking out power to several homes and businesses. He said there were no other vehicles involved in the crash. The driver of the SUV was injured braking multiple bones and was transported to an area hospital. The name of the driver has not been released, Sgt. Chamberlin said.
According to a Southern California Edison spokeswoman, crews are working to restore power to the homes and businesses that were affected. The Southern California Edison spokeswoman said that there was a total of 1,573 customers that lost power due to the crash and power was expected to be restored by 5:00 p.m. The customers that were affected were south of Wilson Street, north of Victoria, east of Via Straits Lane and west of Placentia Avenue.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Former Marine Facing at Least 12 Years in Fatal DUI Crash
January 25, 2012 - According to reports a former active duty Marine is facing at least 12 years after turning down a plea deal in a fatal DUI crash.
According to prosecutors former Marine Andrew Stueber age 27 lost control of the Ford Mustang that he was operating August 2009. Passenger Edmund Vandecasteele was in the front passenger seat when Stueber lost control of the vehicle slamming into a tree and splitting the car in half. Vandecasteele was killed in the crash and two other people in the vehicle and Stueber were injured.
Stueber according to authorities suffered head injuries in the crash, causing him to be hospitalized. Prosecutors stated that Stueber had a blood-alcohol level of 0.09 at the time of the crash.
Stueber, who was reportedly traveling at double the speed limit of 35 mph when he lost control of the vehicle refused a plea offer that would have had him jailed for a maximum of six years. According to his attorney Rob Harley opening statements begin in Stuebers trial on Thursday and the former active duty Marine could face a 12 year prison sentence.
Stueber has pleaded not guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter while under the influence. This was a public service message from inactive U.S. Marine, Michael Ehline, Esq., at Ehline Law Firm PC. 633 West Fifth Street, 28th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 213.596.9642.
January 25, 2012 - According to reports a former active duty Marine is facing at least 12 years after turning down a plea deal in a fatal DUI crash.
According to prosecutors former Marine Andrew Stueber age 27 lost control of the Ford Mustang that he was operating August 2009. Passenger Edmund Vandecasteele was in the front passenger seat when Stueber lost control of the vehicle slamming into a tree and splitting the car in half. Vandecasteele was killed in the crash and two other people in the vehicle and Stueber were injured.
Stueber according to authorities suffered head injuries in the crash, causing him to be hospitalized. Prosecutors stated that Stueber had a blood-alcohol level of 0.09 at the time of the crash.
Stueber, who was reportedly traveling at double the speed limit of 35 mph when he lost control of the vehicle refused a plea offer that would have had him jailed for a maximum of six years. According to his attorney Rob Harley opening statements begin in Stuebers trial on Thursday and the former active duty Marine could face a 12 year prison sentence.
Stueber has pleaded not guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter while under the influence. This was a public service message from inactive U.S. Marine, Michael Ehline, Esq., at Ehline Law Firm PC. 633 West Fifth Street, 28th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 213.596.9642.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Griffin O’Neal Faces Prison in DWI Car Crash
November 22, 2011-) According to reports Griffin O’Neal, oldest son of actor Ryan O’Neal, could face prison time after a DWI car crash.
According to San Diego Deputy District Attorney Vanessa DuVall, Griffin O’Neal age 47 could face a maximum prison sentence of four years for possession for driving under the influence of drugs.
O’Neal was involved in a head-on collision on San Pasqual Valley Road, when he veered into oncoming traffic. January 12th, Griffin goes back in front of Superior Court Judge Eugenia Eyherabide for sentencing. O’Neal faces up to four years in prison, but could be sentenced to probation instead of prison time.
According to Deputy District Attorney DuVall stated that charges of possession of rock cocaine and drug paraphernalia were dismissed, due to O’Neal making a plea bargain. DuVall also said that O’Neal admitted to shooting his ex-girlfriend’s car and was convicted in 1992.
O’Neal was on probation when the accident occurred August 2nd at approximately 1:00 p.m. in the vicinity of Safari Park in San Diego, from a 2007 DUI conviction. The driver of the other vehicle and O’Neal were both transported to the hospital with injuries.
Toxicology tests showed O’Neal had marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and Xanax in his system at the time of the August crash. According to the Deputy District Attorney, O’Neal had a loaded firearm and shotgun in the vehicle, along with ammunition for both, at the time of the crash.
Heather Boxeth, the attorney representing O’Neal told the judge at his arraignment that O’Neal was on his way to aid his half brother at the time of the crash. She also stated that he has a wife and four year old son and resides in North County.
According to San Diego Deputy District Attorney Vanessa DuVall, Griffin O’Neal age 47 could face a maximum prison sentence of four years for possession for driving under the influence of drugs.
O’Neal was involved in a head-on collision on San Pasqual Valley Road, when he veered into oncoming traffic. January 12th, Griffin goes back in front of Superior Court Judge Eugenia Eyherabide for sentencing. O’Neal faces up to four years in prison, but could be sentenced to probation instead of prison time.
According to Deputy District Attorney DuVall stated that charges of possession of rock cocaine and drug paraphernalia were dismissed, due to O’Neal making a plea bargain. DuVall also said that O’Neal admitted to shooting his ex-girlfriend’s car and was convicted in 1992.
O’Neal was on probation when the accident occurred August 2nd at approximately 1:00 p.m. in the vicinity of Safari Park in San Diego, from a 2007 DUI conviction. The driver of the other vehicle and O’Neal were both transported to the hospital with injuries.
Toxicology tests showed O’Neal had marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines and Xanax in his system at the time of the August crash. According to the Deputy District Attorney, O’Neal had a loaded firearm and shotgun in the vehicle, along with ammunition for both, at the time of the crash.
Heather Boxeth, the attorney representing O’Neal told the judge at his arraignment that O’Neal was on his way to aid his half brother at the time of the crash. She also stated that he has a wife and four year old son and resides in North County.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Disney Star Arrested on Suspicion of DUI
October 17, 2011 - According to reports Disney star Mitchel Musso was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
According to authorities Mitchel Musso was arrested Monday for suspicion of driving under the influence, after being pulled over for a traffic violation at approximately 3:43 a.m. Sunday. Burbank Police stated Musso was stopped while driving a 2007 black Mercedes Benz and then failed a Breathalyzer and a field sobriety test. Police stated they smelled a strong odor of alcohol.
The 20 year old actor was booked at the Burbank Police Station, with bail set at $5,000; Musso was released on his own recognizance after a few hours.
The 20 year old Disney actor stars in Pair of Kings, PrankStars and stared on the Hannah Montana show on the Disney Channel.
According to authorities Mitchel Musso was arrested Monday for suspicion of driving under the influence, after being pulled over for a traffic violation at approximately 3:43 a.m. Sunday. Burbank Police stated Musso was stopped while driving a 2007 black Mercedes Benz and then failed a Breathalyzer and a field sobriety test. Police stated they smelled a strong odor of alcohol.
The 20 year old actor was booked at the Burbank Police Station, with bail set at $5,000; Musso was released on his own recognizance after a few hours.
The 20 year old Disney actor stars in Pair of Kings, PrankStars and stared on the Hannah Montana show on the Disney Channel.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Singer/ Actor Rick Springfield Arrested on Suspicion of DUI
May 3, 2011 - According to reports singer and actor Rick Springfield was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. According to a sheriff’s deputy Springfield was pulled over at on Pacific Coast Highway at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, while driving a 1963 Corvette for speeding.
The 61 year old Springfield was stopped at Trancas Canyon Road where sheriff’s deputy stated that he showed signs of being under the influence of alcohol.
According to authorities the Springfield was administered a field sobriety test that made deputies at the scene believe he was impaired. Springfield was arrested for DUI and transported to the Malibu Lost Hills Police Station.
Authorities stated that at the police station Springfield submitted to a breathalyzer test that indicated his blood alcohol level of 10 percent. Springfield was released on bail and has a court date of July 5th.
This was a public service message from Ehline Law Firm PC 213.596.9642.
The 61 year old Springfield was stopped at Trancas Canyon Road where sheriff’s deputy stated that he showed signs of being under the influence of alcohol.
According to authorities the Springfield was administered a field sobriety test that made deputies at the scene believe he was impaired. Springfield was arrested for DUI and transported to the Malibu Lost Hills Police Station.
Authorities stated that at the police station Springfield submitted to a breathalyzer test that indicated his blood alcohol level of 10 percent. Springfield was released on bail and has a court date of July 5th.
This was a public service message from Ehline Law Firm PC 213.596.9642.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Holiday DUI Arrests Mount to 743 During the Two Week Period
January 4, 2011 - According to reports during the two week holiday period there were 743 arrests for driving under the influence.
According to the California Highway Patrol and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, along with other police agencies during their Winter Holiday crackdown for DUI drivers arrested a total of 743 people.
The police agencies began the DUI checkpoints from December 17 at 12:01 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. January 2nd. The 743 arrests were drivers that were suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
According to authorities there were five DUI related deaths in Orange County during the holiday season.
The total for 2010 holiday season is up from last year during the same period that had a total of 602 driving under the influence arrests and no fatalities were reported.
The California Office of Traffic Safety funded the program that along with routine patrols had an additional 38 special check points, along with the California Highway Patrol involvement and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
According to the California Highway Patrol and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, along with other police agencies during their Winter Holiday crackdown for DUI drivers arrested a total of 743 people.
The police agencies began the DUI checkpoints from December 17 at 12:01 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. January 2nd. The 743 arrests were drivers that were suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
According to authorities there were five DUI related deaths in Orange County during the holiday season.
The total for 2010 holiday season is up from last year during the same period that had a total of 602 driving under the influence arrests and no fatalities were reported.
The California Office of Traffic Safety funded the program that along with routine patrols had an additional 38 special check points, along with the California Highway Patrol involvement and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
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