TORRANCE, CA – January 9, 2026 – Noted California criminal defense attorney Matthew J. Ruff today announced a significant victory for his client, resulting in the complete dismissal of all charges in a high-stakes case. The dismissal was granted by the court based on a successful defense motion arguing a critical violation of the client’s constitutional rights.
The charges, as contained in Court case number 100410B (redacted for privacy reasons), included serious allegations of drug sales and cultivation, were dropped after Attorney Ruff demonstrated that law enforcement and the prosecution failed to adhere to the fundamental protections guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution. This outcome upholds the principle that all individuals are entitled to due process and protection against government overreach.
“Our Constitution provides crucial safeguards against unlawful government action, and when those rights are violated, the courts have a duty to intervene,” said Attorney Ruff. “This dismissal is a testament to the importance of an aggressive defense that scrutinizes every aspect of a case to ensure justice prevails.”
This details of the case involved a large-scale Marijuana cultivation investigation in the Mojave area.
Key Facts:
- Operation Size: Deputies located 63 greenhouses, most containing over 24,000 live marijuana plants.
- Evidence & Testing:
- Over 200 pounds of processed marijuana and cannabis were located and seized.
- Field tests and subsequent lab tests on samples confirmed high THC content (marijuana), not CBD (hemp).
- Other Seizures:
- Over $25,000 in U.S. currency was found and seized as drug proceeds
- Multiple semi-automatic handguns were also located.
Matthew J. Ruff has a distinguished record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients by exposing flaws in police procedure, scientific evidence, and constitutional compliance, with a high success rate in getting charges dismissed or significantly reduced across Southern California courts.
About Matthew J. Ruff, Attorney at Law:
Matthew J. Ruff is a top-rated criminal defense lawyer and Top Tier DUI defense attorney with over 30 years of experience serving clients in Los Angeles, Orange, and Kern Counties. He specializes in defending individuals against a wide range of criminal charges, including DUI, domestic violence, drug possession, and other felony and misdemeanor cases, and is known for his commitment to client communication and trial advocacy.
