Real Cases. Real Results.
Read the real case results of New Jersey Defense Michael Rubas who has proven success representing clients in murder, armed robbery, unlawful weapons possession, sexual assault, burglary, trespass, drug possession, and other serious felony charges.
2nd Degree Aggravated Assault and Weapons Possession
State of New Jersey v. A.A. - Passaic County
All Felonies Dismissed
Client charged with 2nd Degree Aggravated Assault and Weapons Possession arising out of an altercation in a nightclub that caused severe facial injuries. After rejecting multiple State Prison offers and filing a Motion to Dismiss the Indictment, client plead guilty to a disorderly persons offense in exchange for the dismissal of all felonies.
Murder, Felony Murder, Armed Robbery, and Conspiracy
State of New Jersey v. M.M. - Essex County
Not Guilty - Acquitted By Jury
Client charged with Murder, Felony Murder, Armed Robbery, and Conspiracy. After a four-week jury trial, client was found not guilty of all counts for a robbery and shooting death that occurred in Newark, New Jersey.
Burglary and Trespass on a Commercial Property
State of New Jersey v. N.C. - Hudson County
All Felonies Dismissed
Client charged with Burglary and Trespass on a commercial property in Hoboken, New Jersey. After significant discussions, the Prosecutor’s Office downgraded the felony charges and remanded said charges to the municipal court. The client subsequently plead to a non-criminal municipal ordinance, receiving a $250 fine.
Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose
State of New Jersey v. F.S - Essex County
Dismissed
Client charged with Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose. The Prosecutor’s Office downgraded and remanded the charges after the presentation of exculpatory evidence. The charges were subsequently dismissed in the municipal court.
Criminal Sexual Contact
nvestigation of P.S. - Hudson County
No Criminal Charges Filed
Client accused of committing an act of Criminal Sexual Contact. Client advised not to provide a statement to law enforcement. Rather, a package of exculpatory text messages and emails was provided to the investigating officer, the sergeant, and subsequently, the on-call prosecutor. All declined to file charges and the matter was closed out.
Unlawful Possession of Handgun, Aggravated Assault, and Terroristic Threats
State of New Jersey v. L.D. - Essex County
Dismissed
Client charged with Unlawful Possession of Handgun, Aggravated Assault, and Terroristic Threats. The Prosecutor’s Office dismissed the case after the defense provided exculpatory information prior to the State’s presentation to the Grand Jury.
2nd Degree Aggravated Assault Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose
State of New Jersey v. F.S. - Essex County
Dismissed
Client charged with 2nd Degree Aggravated Assault Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose. The Prosecutor’s Office administrative dismissed the matter after the presentation of exculpatory evidence.
Aggravated Assault by Automobile
State of New Jersey v. G.M. - Hudson County
Dismissed
Client charged with Aggravated Assault by Automobile arising out of a motor vehicle accident that caused bodily injury to the passenger. After numerous conferences and meetings, the Prosecutor’s Office dismissed the criminal charge.
Drug Possession and Distribution Felonies
State of New Jersey v. J.C. - Hudson County
All Felonies Dismissed
Client charged with Drug Possession and Distribution Felonies subject to mandatory State Prison Sentencing. After producing exculpatory evidence, the State dismissed all felonies in exchange for a disorderly conduct plea and a fine of only $125.
Murder, Attempted Murder, Felony Murder, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, and Conspiracy
State of New Jersey v. T.S. - Union County
Not Guilty - Acquitted By Jury
Client charged with Murder, Attempted Murder, Felony Murder, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, and Conspiracy. After a seven- week jury trial, client was found not guilty of all counts for a homicide that occurred in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Murder and Conspiracy
State of New Jersey v. L.D. - Essex County
Dismissed
Client charged with Murder and Conspiracy arising out of a shooting death in Newark, New Jersey. The Prosecutor’s Office dismissed the case after the defense filed a Chen Motion challenging the eyewitness’ identification, agreeing that the identification was no longer reliable.
Sexual Assault
State of New Jersey v. O.M. - Hudson County
Dismissed
Client charged with Sexual Assault for the alleged forcible rape of a dinner date. The Prosecutor’s Office dismissed the charge prior to presentment to the Grand Jury when exculpatory text messages were located by the defense and translated from Spanish to English.
Official Misconduct
State of New Jersey v. I.S. - Hudson County
Dismissed After 6 Month Diversion
Client was charged with Official Misconduct as a Corrections Officer. After client's guilty verdict was reversed by the Appellate Division, client received a 6 month diversion and all charges were dismissed.