Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Driver in Santaluz Stroller Crash Faces Multiple Charges
A woman in North County is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, failure to stop at a red light, and failure to yield to a pedestrian. The suspect is believed to have ran a red light at an intersection while the victim was pushing a 14-month old toddler in a stroller. The woman pushing the stroller … Read More
Prison for former USD player
University of San Diego’s former basketball star, Brandon Johnson, was sentenced to 6 months in federal prison today. The 26-year-old admitted to his participation in a game-fixing scheme, which involved an illegal sport gambling operation and marijuana distribution. According to the report three other defendants, who are considered “primary defendants”, are awaiting sentencing. Johnson … Read More
O.C. man arrested in assault with crowbar at San Diego gas station
An Orange County man has been arrested after he allegedly attacked a fellow motorist with a crowbar at a gas station in San Diego. The 56-year-old was arrested by Huntington Beach Police and was booked on suspicion of attempted murder and attempted robbery. According to the report, police received a tip that the suspect beat … Read More
DEA says San Diego drug ring stops with arrests
Despite the beauty that is San Diego, it is not free from the perils of crime. Due to location and accessibility, San Diego is often home to a plethora of drug crimes. The article referenced below is a great example of the threat that drug crimes pose. A total of 13 individuals have been arrested … Read More
4 killed in Orange County shooting spree
A series of shootings across Orange County has left four people, including the gunman, dead. According to this report, the first shooting occurred at Ladera Ranch. It is believed that the shooter killed one person here prior to fleeing in an SUV. The suspect then continued to attempt to carjack at least two vehicles, which … Read More
Local Doctor Accused of Abusing Drugs and Alcohol
A San Diego doctor continues to treat patients despite the fact that he may lose his medical license for abusing alcohol and powerful narcotics, including Oxycodone. The emergency room doctor admitted to stealing another doctor’s prescription pad in order to write himself 5 prescriptions for Oxycodone and Endocet. However, the doctor’s lawyer stated he believes … Read More
US Atty: Former San Diego Mayor Maureen O’Connor misappropriated funds
“San Diego Channel 10 online ABC News affiliate on February 14, 2013 reported that 66 year old Maureen O’Connor, former San Diego Mayor for two terms from 1986 to 1992, is currently charged with money laundering as a result of a cash transaction of $10,000 or more. Of note is the fact O’Connor was the … Read More
Sacramento caregiver arrested in death of 88-year-old
Commentary by Sam Spital, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Professional & Occupational Licensing Attorney: “On February 13, 2013, the Modesto Bee newspaper and electronic edition published an article in which Silvia Cata, the 52 year old owner of a long-term nursing care facility, Super Home Care, in Sacramento, was arrested for multiple criminal charges, including involuntary manslaughter and felony elder … Read More
FBI arrests one-time CSUSM student-body candidate
Commentary by San Diego Criminal Defense Layer Sam Spital: “UT San Diego online edition on February 11, 2013 reported a former candidate for student body President, Matthew Weaver was arrested by the FBI for suspicion of wire fraud, a related charge and unauthorized use of a computer. The article revealed that user identities and passwords … Read More
Manhunt On for Ex-Officer Accused of Police Vendetta
COMMENTARY BY ATTORNEY SAM SPITAL, SAN DIEGO CRIMINAL DEFENSE: “The New York Times reported on February 8, 2013 that a former member of the armed forces and Navy reservist went on a rampage against police officers and their families, killing at least three individuals. The 33 year old suspect, who was identified as Christopher J. Dorner, … Read More