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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 →