A 17-year-old teen has pleaded no contest to manslaughter charges in Fresno in connection with the shooting death of a man outside a Denny's restaurant last year, the Mercury News reported.
Hiring an experienced Fresno juvenile defense lawyer is critical to protecting the rights of young people charged with serious crimes. In this case, the teen is scheduled to be sentenced to 21 years in prison. He had initially be charged with murder, which carried a possible sentence of life behind bars.
The defendant had previously insisted that he was acting in self defense.
In other news, three teenagers are facing burglary charges in Fresno and charges of receiving stolen property after police say $8,000 worth of musical instruments and sports memorabilia was stolen from Mountain View Community Church. Burglars also took $1,600 in cash.
After investigating, police claim they received consent from the three teens to search a house on East Pontiac Way, where the stolen items were allegedly recovered. A Fresno criminal defense attorney will likely challenge the probable cause for the search in this case. When it can be proven that police acted inappropriately in searching a residence, the evidence can be thrown out, which typically results in a dismissal or reduction of charges.
If your child is facing juvenile charges in Fresno, contact the Law Offices of Michael E. Mitchell for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights. Call 559-222-2424. SE HABLA ESPANOL.
