Theft Case Dismissed on the Eve of Trial

Our client was accused of shoplifting, but the surveillance footage told a different story: he did not steal anything. Despite that evidence, the charge remained pending for months while our client lived under the weight of a criminal accusation. Only on the eve of trial, after prosecutors finally reviewed the case closely, was the charge dismissed. The dismissal allowed our client to clear his name—but only after months of unnecessary stress and uncertainty.

Cedillo Law Firm announces a major DWI suppression win obtained through a co-counsel effort between our firm & the Law Firm of Dulce Toledo

In this case, the defense challenged whether law enforcement had probable cause to arrest our client for DWI where the evidence did not establish operation of a motor vehicle. After hearing evidence and arguments, the Court agreed with the defense and found no probable cause to arrest. Because of that ruling, the Court did not even need to reach the additional issues raised regarding the breath-test warnings and consent. This result is a powerful reminder that in a DWI case, intoxication alone is not enough — the State must prove lawful grounds for the arrest, including evidence connecting the accused to operation. Congratulations to attorneys John Paul Cedillo and Dulce Toledo for bringing home this important win.

Our client is an avid motorcyclist accused of felony evading after officers didn't think he slowed quickly enough during a traffic stop, despite his not initially noticing police. State’s case fell apart due to critical indictment errors that could not be cured once trial began. The result: a full dismissal, justice done, and—most importantly—our client’s legal status protected.

DWI Case Dismissed

Our client was charged with DWI after an accident despite a low BAC result and evidence that did not establish intoxication. She rejected a plea offer and held out for trial. When the defense announced ready on the day of trial, the State dismissed the case.

Felony Indictment Dismissed

Cedillo Law Firm secured the dismissal of an extremely serious abuse accusation after our client spent nearly a year in jail awaiting trial while maintaining his innocence. After attorneys Stephanie Pimentel and J.P. Cedillo presented and emphasized critical defense evidence, the prosecution reviewed the case and agreed to dismiss the charge. While our client now faces the difficult task of rebuilding his life, his reputation, and his family relationships, this dismissal spared him from the devastating risk of prison for an accusation he always knew was wrong.

Llevamos a juicio un caso de represalia por un delito grave en el condado de Wharton. Nuestro equipo litigante, compuesto por los abogados Pimentel, Ledbetter y Cedillo, explicó al jurado la diferencia entre un conflicto personal y un delito grave. Estuvieron de acuerdo. No culpable.

Felony Solicitation Case Dismissed

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is proud to announce another strong result for our client. Senior Associate Attorney Stephanie Pimentel successfully obtained a dismissal in a felony solicitation case, protecting our client from the serious consequences of a felony conviction. This result reflects the firm’s continued commitment to thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and fighting for the best possible outcome in every case.

We secured a dismissal with prejudice in a felony evading case after successfully arguing that double jeopardy barred the State from prosecuting our client again. The client, who was riding a motorcycle, never realized officers were attempting to stop him and pulled over immediately once he became aware. After the State dismissed its defective indictment following jury selection, the prosecution attempted to refile the case. We filed a Motion to Quash arguing that jeopardy had already attached. The court agreed, throwing the case out entirely. Kudos to attorney Malachi Ledbetter for leading the argument on the motion and securing the win.

Un joven acudió a nosotros enfrentando cargos por conducir bajo los efectos del alcohol y evadir la ley, casos que podrían arruinar su futuro. Nos preparamos con ahínco para el juicio, desafiamos cada punto débil de las pruebas del Estado y logramos la desestimación de los cargos. Mientras estaba en libertad bajo fianza, terminó sus estudios y se graduó. Ahora puede seguir adelante con un futuro limpio y un futuro renovado.

Cedillo Law Firm is proud to announce another trial-day dismissal in a DWI case 

The State claimed it could not locate a necessary witness, but our defense was ready for trial and prepared to challenge the State’s evidence through a multi-pronged motion to suppress. Lead attorney J.P. Cedillo had serious concerns about the investigation, the blood evidence, and whether the State could meet its burden. When the case was called for trial, the State dismissed the charge.

We won a writ of Habeas Corpus in state court after showing that our client was never properly advised about the immigration consequences of his marijuana case. The judge agreed, erased the conviction, and allowed the case to start over with all of our client’s rights fully protected.

El cliente formaba parte de un grupo de personas que fueron estafadas con un plan de fraude sanitario. Dado que los perpetradores usaron las cuentas de nuestro cliente, el Estado creyó que era cómplice. Con tenaz persistencia y tras revisar minuciosamente montones de documentos y pruebas financieras, la abogada Stephanie Pimentel logró que se desestimara el caso para nuestro cliente, para su gran alivio.