Tag Archives: Torrance Criminal Defense Attorney

Serious Felony Gun Charges Dismissed in Long Beach Superior Court

Posted on August 20, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Matthew Ruff, a leading criminal defense attorney in Long Beach, achieved a significant victory by successfully dismissing severe felony gun charges against a client. The charges, including possession of a firearm with a prior violent conviction and possession by a felon, were based on a 1997 assault conviction. However, attorney Ruff identified a critical defect in the prosecution’s case by uncovering evidence his prior attorneys missed. Continue reading →

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Fighting High-BAC Charges: How DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff Protected a Client’s Future and Immigration Status

Posted on August 10, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Matthew Ruff gets DUI charges dropped for non-citizen in Los Angeles California. Long Beach DUI reduced to avoid immigration consequences and harsh penalties for F-1 student visa holders Continue reading →

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Charges Dropped! Torrance Attorney Matthew Ruff Beats Felony DUI with Injury Charges

Posted on August 4, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Navigating the complex landscape of felony DUI charges can be daunting, but with the right defense, you can turn the tide. Matthew Ruff’s recent victory for a client facing severe felony DUI with injury charges (VC23153) underscores the importance of strategic legal intervention. On October 28, 2023, the client was arrested by the Torrance Police Department near Anza Avenue and Torrance Boulevard, facing a primary charge of VC 23153(g) — DUI of Alcohol & Drug Causing Injury (Felony) with a bail set at $100,000. However, attorney Ruff’s meticulous investigation and relentless defense strategy demonstrated that the arresting agency lacked the required evidence to prove driving under the influence or cause of injury beyond a reasonable doubt. This swift action led to the complete dismissal of felony charges and the restoration of the client’s driving privileges. Continue reading →

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