ORANGE COUNTY'S

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LAWYER JEFFREY N. STIVERS

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O.C. deputy convicted of falsifying reports

By LARRY WELBORN and TONY SAAVEDRA
SANTA ANA – An Orange County sheriff's deputy was convicted Tuesday of eight misdemeanor counts of filing false reports for claiming he contacted property crime victims and reporting that they did not wish to cooperate with DNA testing.

The jury of seven women and five men also found Jason Christopher Brant, 33, not guilty of four similar counts and deadlocked on five others.

Brant now faces a potential one-year term in the Orange County Jail at his sentencing by Superior Court Judge Richard J. Beacom on Jan. 16.

One of the jurors told Beacom that he hoped the judge would consider Brant's clean record as a deputy sheriff for 10 years before imposing sentence. Two other jurors said they felt Brant had been let down by his supervisors in the Sheriff's Department.

Defense attorney Paul S. Meyer argued during the nine-day trial that Brant's reports in the 17 cases were preliminary and that he never had the chance to modify the information before they were submitted to the District Attorney's Office.

Deputy District Attorney Tammy Spurgeon argued that Brant, of Chino, failed to contact some of the reported victims and falsely reported that others did not wish to cooperate when in fact they did.

Brant, a 10-year veteran, was one of several deputies assigned to follow up on 500 property crime cases as part of a federal grant given to the Orange County Sheriff's Department, working with the District Attorney's Office.

Allegations of Brant's misreporting deepened a rift between the Sheriff's Department and District Attorney Tony Rackauckas over who should lead the county forensics lab, then run by the sheriff's office. It is now run by the sheriff, the district attorney and the county chief executive officer.

The grant from the National Institute of Justice was aimed at measuring the effectiveness of DNA evidence in solving property crime in south Orange County. But the feuding between the Sheriff's Department and Rackauckas – ignited in part by allegations of false reports – hampered the outcome of the federally funded study.

Brant was responsible for contacting 39 victims of unrelated property crimes that occurred from 2005 to 2007.

Investigators with the District Attorney's Office reviewed Brant's files and found discrepancies in his reports, according to district attorney's spokeswoman Farrah Emami.

He was placed on administrative leave after the discrepancies were uncovered.

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Man pleads guilty to threatening prostitute with fake gun:

By DEEPA BHARATH

Roberto Velazquez was arrested in Fountain Valley Tuesday after a prostitute flagged down a police patrol car saying that he had threatened her. Velazquez pleaded guilty to one count of felony false imprisonment and one count of misdemeanor brandishing a weapon, said his attorney Jeffrey Stivers. However, the district attorney dropped one felony count of assault with a deadly weapon, which would have been a strike, Stivers said. Velazquez's felony false imprisonment charge could be reduced to a misdemeanor if he successfully completes three years of probation and a 90-day jail sentence. The prostitute told police Velazquez had asked her for oral sex and drove off with her. But instead of paying her before hand, Velazquez reportedly pulled out a pellet gun and demanded oral sex from her. Police said the prostitute was able to escape. Read entire article

CRIMINAL LAW

The term criminal law, sometimes called penal law, refers to any of various bodies of rules in different jurisdictions whose common characteristic is the potential for unique and often severe impositions as punishment for failure to comply. Criminal punishment, depending on the offense and jurisdiction, may include execution, loss of liberty, government supervision (parole or probation), or fines. There are some archetypal crimes, like murder, but the acts that are forbidden are not wholly consistent between different criminal codes, and even within a particular code lines may be blurred as civil infractions may give rise also to criminal consequences. Criminal law typically is enforced by the government, unlike the civil law, which may be enforced by private parties.

OVERVIEW OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Criminal law is the body of law related to so-called "public wrongs". The federal government, along with cities and states prosecute people who commit crimes that range from traffic violations to murder or rape.

If you find yourself charged with a crime, you need legal counsel from an experienced attorney who will protect your rights. Mr. Stivers' passion and experience in protecting his clients has led to great results in each of his individual cases.

MESDEMEANORS:

Crimes regarded as less serious are referred to as misdemeanors. A misdemeanor usually is punishable by a fine, or by incarceration in a local jail for a period of less than one year. Although the charges may be considered minor, being accused of a misdemeanor - not to mention being convicted of one, can cause a major disruption in the life of the accused. You may go to jail or spend long hours on the side of the road picking up trash (cal trans). A misdemeanor can also hinder one's future employment prospects. As with any criminal case, it is important that a defendant have excellent representation, even for a misdemeanor type situation. If you have been accused of a misdemeanor, seek the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Mr. Stivers has handled countless misdemeanor cases with succesful completions, including dismissals. Call Mr. Stivers immediately at 949-364-1199 to protect you and help with these types of cases.

FELONIES:

The most serious type of crime is a felony. A felony is any crime that can be punished by more than a year of imprisonment,or in some very severe cases death. State criminal codes may call a crime an "aggravated" or "gross" misdemeanor, but if the offense calls for a sentence of more than one year of incarceration or punishment in the State Prison, those crimes will be treated as a felonies. When being charged for more serious crimes, such as felonies, the need for a criminal defense attorney becomes urgent. In certain cases, Mr. Stivers can petition the Court to reduce your felony case down to a misdemeanor or allow you to earn a misdemeanor at the end of your probation. Mr. Stivers can also attempt to bargain for alternatives to jail and state prison, such as home confinement, work furlough, cal trans, drug rehabilitation centers, etc.

What to do if you are falsely accused of a crime:

Believe it or not, many people are falsely accused of crimes. The best way to avoid such an unjust result is to immediately seek counsel from the best attorney possible. A knowledgeable attorney knows their way around the criminal justice system. They will be able to guide you and help through the complex proceedings and ensure fair and just results. Mr. Stivers can attempt to contact the District Attorney's Office and prevent a criminal case from being filed against you. It is imperative that you contact our office immediately at 949-364-1199, upon being accused of a crime or arrested. More on the criminal process...

GANG CRIME

Attorney Stivers has tremendous results in defending gang crime cases throughout California. He appears mostly in Orange County Court in Sanya Ana, California, the United States District Court in Los Angeles, and are frequently appointed by local federal judges to represent criminal defendants. Attorney Stivers is recognized as a federal criminal defense expert, having and has defended cases in court for over ten years, helping clients with Criminal cases, Medical Marijuana, Family Law, and Gang Violence.

Attorney Stivers represents individuals charged with a number of gang-related crimes, such as marijuana trafficking charges, drug charges, murder, gun charges, money laundering, racketeering, smuggling, intimidation, robber, and prostitution.

ORANGE COUNTY'S LEADING #1 FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY

Attorney Stivers is concerned, commitment, and experienced in his practice of defending criminal law cases and fighting for the rights of the innocent. If you are the victim of police aggression, DEA, unlawful search and seisure, a wrongful arrest, or any assult on your God given Constitutional rights, you need to call my office now!

Attorney Stivers specializes in family law, child custody, and legal separation. He is readily available to his clients and supporting to them through their troubling time. Attorney Stivers has rightfully earned the respect of Prosecuters and Judges because he is not afraid to challenge them on any issue.

Attorney Stivers handles the following types of family law cases:

The Law Offices of Jeffrey N. Stivers, is located in Laguna Niguel, in Orange County California, and is dedicated to serving the needs and protecting the rights of his clients.

Jeffery N. Stivers represents clients in California as a criminal defense attorney and an authority on marijuana laws. Based in Orange County, Attorney Stivers serves the areas of Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Lake Forest, El Toro, Tustin, Anaheim, Orange, San Clemente, Dana Point & Newport Beach.

The Law Offices of Jeffrey N. Stivers handles all Misdemeanor and Felony matters, as well as all Family Law and Criminal Defense cases.

Attorney Stivers is available to you 24 hours a day.

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ATTORNEY STIVERS RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES...

Stabbing - Dismissed
Criminal Threats - Dismissed
Assault with a deadly weapon - Dismissed
Assault & Battery - Dismissed
Theft Mercedes from Showroom Floor - 6 Months Home Confinement
3 Strikes - 9 Months
Theft of $15,000 - 100 Hours Community Service
Child Custody - Full Custody Granted
Modification of Custody Support - Granted
Attempted Murder- Dismissed

Attorney Stivers is concerned, commitment, and experienced in his practice of defending criminal cases and fighting for the rights of the innocent. If you are the victim of police aggression, DEA, unlawful search and seisure, a drug raid, or any assult on your Constitutional rights, you need to call my office now!

Attorney Stivers specializes in family law, child custody, and legal separation. He is readily available to his clients and supporting to them through their troubling time. Attorney Stivers has rightfully earned the respect of Prosecuters and Judges because he is not afraid to challenge them on any issue.

Attorney Stivers handles the following types of family law cases:

Family Law –Divorce, Annulments Legal Separation, Paternity, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support (Alimony), Property Division, Enforcement of Judgment, Restraining Orders, Grandparent Visitation, Legal Counseling, Consultations.

The Law Offices of Jeffrey N. Stivers, is located in Laguna Niguel, in Orange County California, and is dedicated to serving the needs and protecting the rights of his clients.

Jeffery N. Stivers represents clients in California as a criminal defense attorney and an authority on marijuana laws. Based in Orange County, Attorney Stivers serves the areas of Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Lake Forest, Tustin, Anaheim, Orange, San Clemente, & Newport Beach.

The Law Offices of Jeffrey N. Stivers handles all Misdemeanor and Felony matters, as well as all Family Law matters.

Attorney Stivers is available to you 24 hours a day.

CALL (949) 364-1199

Police get MADD awards for DUI arrests

About 350 officers showed in Yorba Linda for a special luncheon.

By ERIN WELCH

The Orange County Register

YORBA LINDA – The Orange County chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving honored local law enforcement at a luncheon and awards ceremony at the Nixon Presidential Library & Museum on Thursday.

About 350 uniformed officers dined on barbeque chicken, potatoes and coleslaw as 24 of their fellow officers were given the 2009 Century Award for making 100 or more arrests for suspicion of driving under the influence during 2008.

A dozen prosecutors also received the 2009 Diligent Prosecution Award for their work in DUI convictions and drunk driving deaths.

"It's always been very important for us to show our appreciation for our public agencies who are partners in eliminating drunk driving," said Gail Butler, executive director of the Orange County chapter.

Officers who received the Century Award made 100 or more arrests for suspicion of driving under the influence.

Motorcycle officer Tai Huynh of the Huntington Beach Police department received the quadruple Century Award for making 445 DUI arrests in one year.

During the luncheon, a presentation was given for Carla Olson, a Yorba Linda woman who was killed by a drunk driver in 2003. Her family was there for the presentation.

"Her story is tragic. She was killed in the prime of life, but her family has embraced MADD to cope with their loss," Butler said.

The officers applauded for the family.

Lori Muir – who survived a drunk-driving collision – received the heart of MADD award for her 10 years of volunteerism with MADD and her work at the Laguna Niguel victim impact panel.

In 1998, Muir was hit by a drunk driver and lost her left leg. After she told her story from her wheelchair, the crowd of uniformed officers gave her a standing ovation.

Contact the writer: ewelch@ocregister.com

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Obama ‘Hope' poster artist is arrested

BOSTON

A street artist famous for his red, white and blue “Hope” posters of President Barack Obama has been arrested on warrants accusing him of tagging property with graffiti, police said Saturday.

Shepard Fairey was arrested Friday on his way to the Institute of Contemporary Art for a kickoff event for his first solo exhibition, “Supply and Demand.”

Two warrants were issued for Fairey on Jan. 24 after police determined that he'd tagged property in two locations with graffiti based on the Andre the Giant street art campaign from his early career, Officer James Kenneally said. One was the railroad trestle by the landmark Boston University bridge over the Charles River, police said.

Fairey, 38, of Los Angeles is scheduled to be arraigned Monday in Brighton District Court, said Jake Wark, a spokesman for the Suffolk District Attorney. Wark said Fairey would also be arraigned on a default warrant related to a separate graffiti case in the Roxbury section of Boston.

Fairey has been in the Boston area for the past two weeks installing the ICA exhibit and creating outdoor art, including a 20-by-50 foot banner on the side of City Hall, according to a museum statement.

The museum said Fairey was released a few hours after his arrest. Boston police confirmed that Fairey had been released, but did not know exactly when or the amount of his bail.

“Shepard Fairey was completely unaware that there were any warrants for his arrest. Had he known, he would have resolved all such issues before the opening of his art exhibit at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston,” his attorney, Jeffrey Wiesner, said in an e-mail.

Fairey has been arrested numerous times for drawing on buildings and other private property without permission.

Serial rapist who preyed on prostitutes arrested, police say

By VIK JOLLY
Sat., Oct . 17, 2009

GARDEN GROVE – Police have arrested a man they say is a serial rapist who sexually assaulted and robbed several women believed to be prostitutes over a few weeks in the city.

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Two men arrested in Laguna Niguel robbery

Alleged intruders were from San Juan Capistrano, according to authorities.

By LINDSEY BAGUIO
Tuesday, October 6, 2009

LAGUNA NIGUEL Two men were arrested on Monday in connection with an early morning robbery in Laguna Niguel on Sunday.

A caller around 6:30 a.m. reported to a dispatcher that someone had broken into his home and had him at gunpoint and knifepoint, according the Orange County Sheriff's Department call log.

The residents, who lived in an apartment complex off Seaspray East, were awakened by four men demanding money, said Sgt. Eric Nester. They took $200, a cell phone, a victim's ID, and an xBox. The total loss is estimated at $500.

As the suspects tried to escape, one resident chased after them with a baseball bat, said Nester. The resident hit the trunk and broke the driver's side window of the robber's tan Honda Accord.

Sheriff's deputies believe the suspects were gang members from San Juan Capistrano, said Nester. The vehicle was later found in San Juan Capistrano.

Jesse Gonzales, 24, and Osvaldo Mendoza, 18, were arrested in connection with the call.

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