San Jose Criminal Lawyer

Indiana Man Charged with Arson, Attempted Murder

admin — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:47:15 +0000

Cary Leon Patrick, a 21 year old Indiana native, is currently on trial for a house fire that occurred August 18, 2007 in St John, IN. The Badgley family (Robert, Deborah and their two daughters) were at home with three neighbor children when the fire broke out. Patrick had allegedly been harassed the Badgleys’ niece in the months leading up to the fire. The evidence against him includes a receipt for a lighter from a drug store and a scent of gasoline in his car.

If you are facing serious charges such as arson or attempted murder, you need an experienced and dedicated defense attorney. Contact San Jose arson defense attorney Daniel Jensen at (408) 296-4100.

Woman Convicted of Murder Denied New Trial

admin — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:38:54 +0000

Lisa Platz was convicted in 2003 of the 2001 murder of her nine year daughter, Rebecca Aramburo. Platz and her boyfriend Csucsai had previously kidnapped the girl and taken her from Washington to a campground in Lake Tahoe, California, where a nine-hour standoff with the police ended with the girl’s murder.

Platz maintains that Csucsai, who later committed suicide in his cell, was the one who killed Rebecca. However, under California law, this is irrelevant. A person convicted of a felony is considered responsible for any deaths that occur during that crime.

Platz’s new lawyer maintains that her previous court-assigned lawyer failed her by not giving her a chance to testify.

If you have been charged with murder, you need an experienced attorney who can properly defend you. Contact San Jose murder defense attorney Daniel Jensen at (408) 296-4100.

Foley Awarded $5.5 Million by City

admin — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:19:27 +0000

Steve Foley was shot by an Aaron Mansker, an off-duty police officer. The injuries sustained ended his football career. The shooting occurred during a confrontation outside Foley’s home

Foley pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor drunken driving charge and is serving 5 years of probation. Foley’s team contends that the police officer violated his training during the confrontation which called for him to only follow Foley.

Mansker has retained his job with the police department and sill remains on the force.

If you are facing criminal charges, contact the San Jose Criminal defense attorneys at the law firm of Daniel Jensen by calling 408-296-4100 today.

Deadly Drinking Games

admin — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:56:13 +0000

Jenna Foellmi, a 20 year old biochemistry major, died of alcohol poisoning last December. She had fallen asleep with several other friends in the house and was found dead the next morning.

The number of alcoholic related death among college students has nearly doubled in the last several years according to the Associated Press. Over half of the victims were under the legal drinking age of 21.

In most cases, the friends knew the victim was drunk and put them to bed, so they could sleep. Charges are filed in approximately 40% of the cases generally against those who provided alcohol for someone underage. Generally, plea bargains are reached and a combination of fines, community service, and probation is served.

If you are in need of a San Jose criminal defense attorney, call the law firm of Daniel Jensen today at 408-296-4100.

Teenagers Suspected of Hate Crime

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:22:35 +0000

Three teens will be arrested in association of a vandalism spree which is being considered a hate crime. The suspects are all under the age of 16. They are suspected of committing 16 instances of vandalism. The teens sprayed the acronym KKK as well as other racial and ethnic slurs on pubic and private property. They are also accused of stealing items from the cars which the vandalized.

Charges filed will probably be acts of vandalism, criminal mischief, hate crime, and larceny. The degree of the charges will depend on the total amount of damage. Warrants are currently being prepared, but all three boys have already admitted to the crimes.

If you are in need of a hate crime defense attorney, call the law office of Daniel Jensen today at 408-296-4100.

Barbershop Shooting

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:01:17 +0000

Marcus Perry was sentenced to 12 years in prison followed by 8 of special parole. He is responsible for the 2005 shooting in MLB Barber Shop. He intended to kill Tyrese Lockhart, but his aimed missed. Bullets grazed, but no one was seriously injured.

Unfortunately, Tyrese Lockhart was the target of second shooting by Antonio Inglis and did not survive. Inglis also took the life of Israel Dandrade. He is facing two counts of murder, first-degree assault, and carrying a pistol without a permit. Because he charged with two counts of murder, he is facing the death penalty.

If you have been accused of a crime, contact the a San Jose criminal attorney at the law firm of Daniel Jensen at 408-296-4100.

Foreclosure Rescue Scam

admin — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:52:16 +0000

Two individuals who defrauded homeowners in a “foreclosure rescue” con pleaded guilty yesterday. Over 80 households fell victim to the scam which netted the criminals $20 million in home equity loans and $1.4 million in fees.

Maurice McDowall is credited as the director of the illegal operation. His sentencing could reach up to 30 years in prison. He is being charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud, wire fraud, and for his illegally acquired money.

The second man, Aleksander Lipkin, faces similar charges. He used his knowledge as a mortgage broker to assist the scam.

If you are in need of a criminal defense lawyer in San Jose, contact the law office of Daniel Jensen today by calling 408-296-4100.

Controversial Drug Enforcement Grant Program

admin — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:28:40 +0000

The US House Subcommittee renewed the Byrne Justice Assistance grant program last week. The program while politically popular, sparks controversy as it has been linked to racial disparities, civil rights abuse, and police corruption. The program will go before the House Judiciary Committee today.

Twenty criminal justice and civil rights groups signed a letter to the House Judiciary urging amendments to be made before renewal. The groups included the ACLU, Drug Policy Alliance, Brennan Center, and National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice.

If you are in need of a criminal defense attorney in San Jose, contact the law office of Daniel Jensen today by calling 408-296-4100.

Lemonade Stand Bandit

admin — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 18:33:55 +0000

A man who robbed a little girl’s lemonade stand yesterday is now jailed. Dominique Morefield and her friends set up a lemonade stand when a man came up and demanded their money. After grabbing the cash, he took off running, but the little entrepreneurs were not going to let him get away.

They chased after him until he ran into a house. It took 45 minutes of negotiation for the police to get him to come out. The thief, Steven Tyron, is scheduled to appear in court today facing a felony robbery charge. The children have decided to move the stand to a front yard.

If you need the assistance of a San Jose criminal defense lawyer, contact the Law Office of Daniel Jensen today at 408-296-4100.

Charges Dismissed In Holloway Case

admin — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:43:49 +0000

Authorities in Aruba have dropped the charges against three men in connection to the disappearance of Natalee Holloway. The charges were dropped for reasons of insufficient evidence. The men have always maintained their innocence.

Natalee, an Alabama native, has not been seen since May of 2005 when she was at nightclub with the three men. She was in Aruba along with many other classmates to celebrate their recent graduation from high school. Her disappearance was first noted when she failed to show up for her flight home.

The Court of Appeal ruled that there was insufficient evidence to show that Natalee died as a result of a violent crime. The prosecutor’s office said that if the case was to be tried in court, he would expect an acquittal of all 3 men based on the current evidence.