Category Archives: Domestic Violence

Case Spotlight: How Torrance Criminal Defense Attorney Matthew Ruff Secured a Complete Dismissal in a Child Endangerment and Organized Retail Theft Case

Posted on October 15, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

When facing serious criminal allegations like organized retail petty theft (PC 490.4) and contributing to the delinquency of a minor (PC 272), having experienced legal counsel is essential. In a recent Los Angeles County court matter, top Torrance criminal defense attorney Matthew Ruff conducted a thorough review of the prosecution’s evidence, identified critical gaps in the store’s surveillance claims, and advocated aggressively for his client. The result: a complete dismissal of all criminal charges, keeping the client’s record clear. Continue reading →

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How Early Intervention Saved a Career: Penal Code 647(b) Solicitation Case Dismissed Before Ever Reaching Court

Posted on October 2, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

PC 647(b) Case Dismissed Prior to Court Date
An individual cited by the LASD Special Victims Bureau for solicitation of prostitution under Penal Code 647(b) faced a mandatory court appearance and potential criminal charges. By taking immediate action, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney Matthew Ruff utilized pre-file intervention before the scheduled court date. 
Leveraging over 30 years of legal experience and strong working relationships within the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, Attorney Ruff successfully diverted the matter to a formal DA Office Hearing.  The Result: The District Attorney’s Office officially declined to file charges, and the matter was fully resolved with no court appearance required, no criminal record, and zero charges filed. Continue reading →

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How Top Los Angeles DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff Secured a Complete Dismissal of Child Endangerment Charges

Posted on September 27, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

When prosecutors added two counts of misdemeanor Child Endangerment (Penal Code § 273a(b)) to a Los Angeles DUI charge, the client faced severe penalties—including mandatory child abuse probation terms, potential jail time, and serious threats to parental custody rights. 
Facing these overwhelming stakes, top-tier DUI defense attorney Matthew Ruff launched a strategic defense focused on dismantling the prosecution’s allegations. Through meticulous examination of the traffic stop evidence, challenging the assertion of “willful endangerment,” and aggressive prosecutor negotiations, Attorney Ruff successfully secured a complete dismissal of both child endangerment counts. Continue reading →

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