Law Office of Scott C. Thomas

Today I resolved a felony drug case where my client's custody exposure was 40 years 8 months, for 6 months in an outpatient rehab program and 3 years of formal probation. #gotcaughtcallscott The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort.

This week I achieved great dispositions for two of my clients: In the first case, my client was charged with possession of a controlled substance. She was unlawfully detained so I filed a suppression motion. Two motion dates came and went because the prosecution couldn't get their act together. Finally, on the third motion date, the case was dismissed by the prosecution in the "interest of justice," which is prosecutor speak for, "yeah, you wrote a really good motion, and ...we know we're going to lose, so we'll just dismiss the case." In the second, my client was charged with possession of a loaded, unregistered, firearm in public; he was looking at a minimum of 4 months in jail and a felony conviction. I resolved his case for a misdemeanor conviction and 30 days Cal Trans, which means he will not lose his job because of a felony conviction and/or jail time. #gotcaughtcallscott The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort.

Have a fun AND safe Cinco de Mayo everyone! Get caught...call me. #gotcaughtcallscott

A client of mine had a marijuana case out of Orange County and missed his arraignment date...by 6 months, leading to a warrant being issued for his arrest. Today we went to court, and not only was I able to get the warrant recalled, but after speaking with the prosecutor for 15 minutes, I got his case dismissed. #gotcaughtcallscott The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you... should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort. See more

My client was charged with possession for sale, and marijuana sales, because he was a bud-tender at a collective that was in compliance with all applicable law. From day 1 I told him not to worry because it was an incredibly stupid case. At the last pretrial, the DA didn't share the same sentiment, and would not let my guy go without a felony. Today was the date set for preliminary hearing, and after talking with the new DA assigned to conduct the preliminary hearing for abou...t 20 minutes, I got his case dismissed. PS I have my client's consent to post this photo. #gotcaughtcallscott The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort.

A client came to me because he was unhappy with his previous counsel, as the attorney had accomplished nothing in five months, and wouldn't return phone calls. I sub'd in on the case as counsel of record today, and after discussing the case with the prosecuting attorney for the better part of the day, I was able to get three of the four counts dismissed, including a felony-strike, and plead my client to one misdemeanor count, which he was totally good for. Just goes to show w...hat being proactive and persistent can accomplish, in very little time. #gotcaughtcallscott The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort.

Just resolved a case where my client was charged with two felony strikes for assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats. My client signed a confession and was totally good for it. His potential State Prison exposure was five years, and the DA's offer, at the last pretrial, was 2 years. I resolved the case today with a dismissal of the assault with a deadly weapon charge, ZERO custody time, and my client was given a grant of probation. #gotcaughtcallscott The above ...is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort. See more

New blog post up about Proposition 47 and how, in pertinent part, it would reduce most personal-use drug crimes misdemeanors. Please take a look before you vote in November.

Happy Constitution Day! What better time than now, to take a step back and think about our constitutional rights, and how they are slowly, but surely, being eroded? From the internet to the street, your government is always keeping a watchful eye on you. To avoid becoming the proverbial frog that boils to death, I encourage everyone to really think about how much liberty and freedom you are willing to trade for "security." As Benjamin Franklin said, "Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." We are engaged in a war with no end in sight, but if we cede our constitutional rights, the pillars of our society, the war has already been lost.

Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend!

New blog post up! Check it out!

My #client was #charged with #possession of #heroin. After reviewing the #case, I filed a #motion to #suppress for #Fourth #Amendment #violations. After reviewing my motion, the #prosecution waived a #hearing on the motion, and #dismissed my clients case outright! Another #HUGE #win! The above is not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by the Law Office; and you should not assume that a similar result can be obtained in a legal matter of interest to you. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factorsincluding the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. The above is not a guarantee or warranty of any sort.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, it is never in your best interest to speak to the police. Check out this great, albeit exhaustive, article spelling out exactly why this is the case.