Justin Edward Sterling's Legal Cases (3)

DUI and DWI

People v. Dearing

Jan 01, 2012

OUTCOME: Not Guilty

Client was pulled over by the CHP as she exited a tricky portion of the 101 freeway in the San Fernando Valley. Despite performing well on all FST’s client was arrested for DUI. It was also alleged tha ... t she refused to submit to a chemical test, as is required under California law. At trial, it became apparent that the arresting officers had exaggerated client's performance on the FST’s. The defense was also able to show that officers deliberately lied about the client refusing to submit to a chemical test.

Criminal defense

People v. Trimble

Jan 01, 2011

OUTCOME: Prior to jury selection, Mr. Sterling obtained a dismissal of all charges. If convicted, client was facing 25 years to life in prison under California's Three Strikes law.

Client was accused of robbing a man at knifepoint. He professed his innocence at all stages of litigation. The defense prepared for trial, rejecting all offers from the District Attorney's Office, the ... last of which was 7 years in state prison. .

Criminal defense

People v. Daphane

Jan 01, 2009

OUTCOME: Jury acquitted client of the stabbing and voted 9-3 for Not Guilty on the robbery. Client was facing 25 years to life if convicted.

Client was accused of robbing a young adult at knifepoint. During the altercation the alleged victim sustained numerous stab wounds as a result of the robbery. Through cross-examination, the defense ... was able to establish that the alleged victim’s identification of client was impressionable and unreliable. The defense also exposed the fact that the police neglected to investigate other suspects, one of which matched the initial description given by the victim.

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