Accessory to Attempted Murder

Aug 01, 2019

OUTCOME: Case Dismissed

Attempted Murder, Assault with a Firearm, Gang Enhancement

Jul 20, 2019

OUTCOME: Not Guilty

Felony Domestic Violence

N/A

OUTCOME: Not Guilty

One of Veronica's most memorable victories was a recent jury trial in which her client was charged with felony domestic violence. His ex-girlfriend had accused him of strangling her. Although her clien ... t was offered probation at the last minute, he didn't take the deal. He couldn't; he would've lost his job and ruined his future prospects. But if they lost at trial, he faced up to four years in prison. At trial, the prosecution presented photos of black bruises in the shape of fingers on the ex's neck. The prosecution presented multiple witnesses, including an expert witness who testified that the dark bruises on the ex's neck were caused by strangulation. They presented the tearful testimony of his ex-girlfriend. ​ But Veronica argued that her client had acted in self-defense: that the ex had attacked her client first. She ruthlessly cross-examined his ex. She argued each and every inconsistency to the jury and tore apart the ex's credibility. In the late morning, just after closing arguments, the jury began deliberations. By the end of lunchtime, they had a verdict: not guilty.