Case Results

Continuance for dismissal. This is the best possible plea deal one can achieve. The only better outcome is an outright dismissal. And here, there was zero chance of an outright dismissal because the evidence was rock solid. The North Star team was still able to negotiate this fantastic result against a prosecutor that takes these cases serious because of the public safety implications due to our due diligence, strategic approach, and relationship with the prosecutor. Client is thrilled she retained the North Star team to help her through this stressful case.

Continuance for dismissal. Client was facing a bogus charge because he ran his mouth in a very inebriated state of mind. Cop was sensitive and charged him with obstructing legal process. The North Star team brought an aggressive approach, including filing a motion to dismiss for a lack of probable cause. On the date of the hearing, the prosecutor finally offered the only reasonable plea deal that the client should consider. And while we wanted to fight it, the guaranteed outcome for only 6-months was too good to pass up and allowed the client to put this in the past and move forward with his clean record intact.

Stay of adjudication to an amended count of careless driving. This is a remarkable outcome - one that rarely gets approved for DWI's, but one that we've obtained for our clients... multiple times. The North Star team leveraged a strong legal argument in negotiating an outcome where the client removes all risk and assures herself of the non-conviction outcome after abiding by minimal terms of probation for one-year. With the non-conviction outcome available, she could not turn down this incredible outcome. She is thrilled to keep her record clean.

Plea to a petty misdemeanor speeding ticket, amended to 80 mph in a 60 mph speed limit zone. This result accomplishes two key things that were very important to the client: (1) he will not lose his license due to the 100+ mph allegation; and (2) he does not create a criminal record from a traffic matter. Once the North Star team fought to get this outcome on the table, the client quickly scooped it up, realizing how great it is.

Diversion. Client was caught on camera not paying full price for all of the product. Needless to say, there were no legitimate defenses. Undeterred, the North Star team leaned on its great relationship with the local prosecutor and pursued this incredible outcome - one that ensures the client will maintain her crime-free record. On top of all that, we negotiated with the diversion program and removed most of the typical conditions, including community service, to make the diversion program easier and quicker to complete. Another example of how we go above and beyond for our clients, always pushing to get the best possible outcome.

Continuance for dismissal. Even with the presence of children outside the bus, the North Star team (both Mr. Gempeler and Mr. Duffy) achieved this best possible plea negotiation. Usually, these are rare outcomes for a gross misdemeanor offense involving children. Thankfully, we knew how to approach the case, made a strong pitch, and, of course, our strong relationships with the prosecutors once again did not hurt our clients when we advocated on their behalf. What makes this outcome that much more important is that the client will be applying for naturalization in the coming year and this outcome will greatly reduce any impact this could have had on their application.

Plea to one charge of indecent exposure, the other two cases were dismissed, including the case which had six total charges. This young man was facing a gauntlet of trouble due to exhibition-type behavior. The North Star team had a challenge ahead of itself, but we properly balanced an aggressive and thoughtful approach to get this incredible outcome. Diligently researching some perhaps skeptical charges, the North Star team litigated one case and then leveraged it against the other two cases to put together a global resolution that at first seemed improbable. But, the improbable often becomes reality with the North Star team. With the global deal finalized, the client now only has one conviction and a sentence that is more than manageable for him to get back on his feet and moving forward. When both the judge and prosecutor acknowledge - on the record - how great of an outcome this was for the client, you know it's damn good.

Continuance for dismissal. Video existed showing the incident and it was clear as day that the client rolled through the stop sign without stopping when there were kids just outside the bus. About as easy of a case to prove as you get. The North Star team was still able to negotiate this best possible plea deal, one that includes no admission of facts, no adjudication, and no conviction. The client will maintain her perfect record, which exactly what she sought when retaining this firm.