Los Angeles Pre-Filing Intervention Defense

The best and most effective defense begins before charges are brought against you in court. If you believe criminal charges are about to be filed against you, speaking with a reputable criminal defense attorney is always beneficial.

We will review your case and work to discover evidence that may be used to your advantage before charges are filed.

After carefully screening your case, our criminal defense lawyers may be able to present substantial evidence to prosecutors that will dissuade them from filing criminal charges against you. Early intervention by our top-rated criminal defense lawyers is crucial.

The timing is important, and we must review the details of your situation immediately so we can decide on your best legal options.

You should not answer any questions from the police without first consulting with a lawyer. Eisner Gorin LLP specializes in a “prefiling intervention,” which is negotiating with law enforcement and prosecuting agencies to reduce charges or dismiss them before the first court date.

Avoid Filing Of Formal Criminal Charges

Our law firm has a nationally recognized private investigator dedicated to helping our clients immediately before criminal charges are filed in court. He and his investigative specialists often track defense witnesses and evidence before the police do, providing a unique advantage in building a strong defense strategy.

The resulting pre-filing investigation and intervention efforts have led to tremendous results, including releasing detained clients without filing criminal charges. This outcome brings a sense of relief and peace of mind, knowing that the legal process has been navigated successfully.

In other words, the police initially had probable cause to arrest. Still, charges were not filed because the prosecutor reviewed the defense evidence and decided not to proceed with a criminal prosecution.

Successful Pre-Filing Intervention Cases

Pre-filing criminal defense success is significant for our clients' future because an arrest without filed charges in court means that under California law, a person can report on a job or licensing application that he or she has never been arrested. This empowerment is a direct result of successful legal defense.

In each case below, the firm's immediate Intervention, including a complete case investigation and defense evidence, helped reach a successful outcome. The clients faced the risk of long sentences and losing child custody and professional licensing.

The following are recent examples of successful criminal defense before court, where charges were either reduced or not filed due to the strength of our defense strategy.

• Statutory Rape - 12 felony charges dropped after client arrested LAPD Vice.
• Rape – All felony charges dropped after police reports were filed with Las Vegas PD.
• Assault with a Deadly Weapon - No charges were filed after the client was arrested by the L.A. County Sheriff's Department, Santa Clarita Station.
• Child Molestation - LAPD, Valley Division investigation culminates in no charges being filed.
• Robbery - Charge dropped after client spent the weekend in LAPD jail.
• Hit and Run - LAPD Valley Traffic investigation results in no charges filed.
• Domestic Violence - Torrance PD arrests client, no charges filed in court.
• Domestic Violence - Ventura PD arrests the client, and no charges are filed in court.
• Child Molestation - LAPD Child Victim Unit, no charges filed after the presentation of defense evidence raised reasonable doubt.
• Rape – all felony charges dropped after the police report against the client filed with LAPD Hollywood.
• No Formal Sex Offense Charges - A music producer was investigated for groping several performers. Our firm intervened before the court and presented a defense position to the government. An informal City Attorney hearing resulted in no court charging at the arraignment date.
• Vehicular Manslaughter Reduced to Misdemeanor - A commercial truck driver was charged with felony vehicular manslaughter after an unlawful u-turn at night led to the death of another driver. Emphasizing a lack of evidence to support felony charges, including the decedent being high on drugs and alcohol and being struck by a second car following the first collision, our office secured a reduction to a misdemeanor with no jail time and community service.
• Mental Health Diversion in Burglary Case - A medical professional was charged with multiple counts of commercial burglary. After being diagnosed with several mental disorders, the client received diversion following our firm's successful petitions in both cases.
• No Domestic Violence Charges Filed - A client was arrested for felony charges. He was accused of physically abusing his significant other, who suffered a bruised eye following a night of drinking. Our office presented a defense position detailing the lack of sufficient evidence in the case and the accuser's history. The case was rejected for prosecution by the government.
• Murder Charge Reduced to Manslaughter - Client charged with murder in a drug transaction dispute. Following litigation in a preliminary hearing and extensive settlement negotiations, we obtained a plea to a manslaughter charge. The client will be eligible for a youthful parole release.
• Sexual Assault Court Case - Our team petitioned the court for informal diversion to be granted based on the client's strong background and circumstances surrounding the accusation. Case dismissed.
• Juvenile DUI Arrest, No Formal Charges - An underage client was cited and arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol. Our office presented a comprehensive pre-filing position to the government, handling the matter informally through the juvenile department without court charging.
• No Jail Time in “Sexting” with Minor - A peace officer charged with sending sexually explicit messages. The firm reached a settlement involving no jail time and probation. Resolution reached after three years of court proceedings.
• Mental Health Diversion in Embezzlement Case - An employee at a fiduciary services agency was charged with six counts of grand theft by embezzlement. Following our firm's litigation of a mental health diversion motion, diversion was granted, and the case is set to be dismissed.
• Rejection of Criminal Charges in Kidnapping Case - A client was arrested for kidnapping and assaulting her spouse and posted a very high bail to be released before arraignment. The firm presented a defense position before the court, emphasizing the lack of evidence to support a criminal case. Charges dropped at arraignment. 
• No Criminal Charging in Prostitution Case - A white-collar professional faced immigration consequences following his arrest for soliciting prostitution. We presented the lead detective with a pre-court position, citing problems of proof and our client's strong background. No charges were filed in court.
• Rejection of Filing in Sexual Assault Case - A college student was investigated for sexually assaulting/groping classmates. The detective was seeking a DNA swab when our firm retained it. Following our firm's pre-court intervention services, the case was dropped, and no DNA search warrant was obtained. The defense position highlighted the lack of evidence to substantiate a criminal filing.
• No Case Filed at Arraignment - A client was arrested and posted a high bail for unlawful contact with an internet vigilante posing as a minor on an adult website. Our office presented the investigating officer with evidence from prior cases showing the vigilante's unreliability. The officer opted to hold off on presenting the case to the District Attorney's Office, and no charges have been filed.

Avoid a Criminal Charge on Your Record

Additionally, it is important to know that once prosecutors decide to file criminal charges against you, your charges will appear on your criminal record, even if they are later dropped or dismissed.

The information contained within your criminal record is accessible to your future employers and landlords.

For this reason, you must do everything possible to intervene immediately. You cannot afford to wait and risk your future well-being!

Hiring an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney

Eisner Gorin LLP is a criminal defense law firm that has been helping clients throughout Southern California to contest their criminal charges and obtain superior results for years. Our skilled attorneys have over 50 years of collective courtroom experience, and we are fully prepared to get involved in our client's cases from the beginning.

When we work with our clients, we do everything possible to ensure they receive the attention, resources, and dedicated legal counsel they deserve.

If you believe you are about to be charged with a serious criminal offense, do not hesitate to call Eisner Gorin LLP at (877) 781-1570. Our knowledgeable legal team can look at your case and let you know your legal options.

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