A top skill San Diego robbery criminal defense lawyer, David Pflaum has the expertise and compassion that makes the difference for his client.
Just because a person was arrested for robbery does not mean that he or she is guilty.
The person has rights and remedies.
Criminal defense lawyer Pflaum aggressively defends his client to get the best possible results.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
FROM THE SAN DIEGO ROBBERY CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER
Professional service begins with a consultation to learn the facts of the investigation and arrest, as well as the clients general background.
An accusation of robbery arises when a person allegedly takes something from another person by the use of threat or force.
The use of force may involve physical aggression, a weapon, or menacing words (Penal Code section 211).
A robbery charge may also arise during the course of a petty theft or shoplifting where some degree of force is used by the accused during the theft or during the attempt to escape apprehension.
This is called an Estes robbery.
There are two degrees of robbery.
First degree robbery occurs if the robbery is of any driver or passenger in a vehicle, or on a bus, taxi, or other public transportation; robbery in a home or a business that is occupied; and robbery of any person who has recently used an ATM. Punishment may include up to nine years in prison.
All other robberies are generally considered to be second degree with punishment up to 5 years.
Robbery is considered a serious violent felony, also known as a strike offense (Penal Code 667.5)
A person charged with robbery is always arrested and placed into custody.
Many people use the services of a bail bond company to get released and return to court at a later date.
If a person remains in custody, attorney Pflaum helps him or her get released.
The court procedure to get a person released from custody depends on the circumstances of the alleged crime and other factors.
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STRATEGIC DEFENSES TO ROBBERY
The San Diego robbery criminal defense lawyer analyzes the prosecution file that includes eye witness identification, victim statements, fingerprints, stolen property, weapons and the police investigation reports.
These are strategic defenses that may be invoked to effectively defend the case of robbery.
- No specific criminal intent
- No use of force or threats
- Insufficient evidence
- No corroboration by a third party
- No proper witness identification
- Witness bias not to tell the truth
- No proof beyond a reasonable doubt
- Violation of the right to remain silent
- Incomplete police investigation
- Consent to take the property at issue
STRATEGIC RESOLUTION OF THE ROBBERY CASE
The determination of how and when to resolve a robbery case depends on what is in the best interest of the client.
A plea bargain is a pretrial agreement between the criminal defense lawyer, client, judge and prosecutor to resolve the case.
The plea bargain may include dismissal or reduction of the charges, no time in prison or jail, and other favorable terms and conditions.
Mr. Pflaum achieves excellent plea bargains by presenting favorable information about his client to the judge and prosecutor, and exposing weaknesses in the accuracy of the law enforcement investigation.
Some cases, depending on the client and the weight of the evidence, may proceed to jury trial.
Winning the trial depends on picking an excellent jury, making an effective opening statement, offering proper direct testimony, vigorously cross examining prosecution witnesses, and ending with a dynamic closing argument.
THE SAN DIEGO ROBBERY CRIMINAL LAWYER
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