Trial-Day Dismissal After Year-Long Fight

After more than a year of court appearances and multiple trial settings, our client’s case was finally dismissed on the day of trial. Our defense team had identified several suppression issues and was fully prepared to litigate them and proceed before a jury. The client trusted our strategy, kept returning to court, and stayed ready throughout the process. Instead of another reset, we were able to deliver the result he had been waiting for: a complete dismissal of the case.

Suppression Granted — DWI Dismissed

Attorneys Malachi Ledbetter and Stephanie Pimentel, with J.P. Cedillo assisting, secured dismissal of a DWI > .15 case after the Court granted the Defense’s motion to Suppress during trial. The result was especially important for our client, a DACA recipient, whose future in the United States could have been significantly affected by a criminal conviction.

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.

Felony Evading Dismissal Preserved After Appeal

Trial counsel J.P. Cedillo, Malachi Ledbetter, and Stephanie Pimentel secured a trial-day dismissal of a felony Evading Arrest charge in Waller County after identifying a defect in the State’s indictment—after the jury had already been empaneled and jeopardy had attached. When the State attempted to re-file the charge, Attorney Ledbetter successfully argued a Motion to Quash the new indictment on double-jeopardy grounds. The State appealed to the Fourteenth Court of Appeals, but today we received word that the trial court’s judgment would stand. The dismissal is secure. Our client finally won—and it took beating Waller County three times to make it final.

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.

Felony Assault Charge Dismissed Before Trial

Our client was facing a felony Assault–Impeding Breath charge with exceptionally serious sentencing exposure. Because of his prior record, a conviction could have carried a minimum sentence of 25 years in prison. We prepared the case for trial and challenged the State’s ability to prove the allegation. With trial approaching, the case was dismissed, eliminating the risk of a potentially decades-long prison sentence. Client was extremely thankful and glad he trusted the advice of lead counsel J.P. Cedillo. 

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.

DWI 2nd Dismissed on the Eve of Trial

Our client faced a DWI 2nd charge stemming from a 2020 case that remained pending for years. We believed he had a strong defense to the alleged conduct and prepared the case for trial. On the eve of trial, after reviewing the evidence, the State chose to dismiss the charge. Our client was relieved to finally put the case behind him and move forward with his life.

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.