Chartier & Nyamfukudza, P.L.C. is proud that our team has achieved positive outcomes for so many deserving clients. Please keep in mind that the success of any case depends on the unique circumstances of each case. We cannot guarantee future results based on past successes we have achieved.

CPS Case Dismissed and Removal from CPS Registry

A teenager accused her foster father of sexual assault. Despite no charges being issued, CPS petitioned to terminate her foster mother’s rights to her biological children because of her “failure to protect.” After a long fight, the petition was ultimately dismissed, and the children were reunited with their mother. The fight continued because C&N’s client was listed on the CPS registry, which restricted her ability to work and engage in activities with her children. After another fight, the woman was finally removed from the registry.

Criminal Sexual Conduct—Dismissal by Court

A teenager was accused of criminal sexual conduct. Mary, Marisa, and Kim prepared thoroughly for the preliminary examination. At that time, a vigorous cross-examination of the complainant revealed that the complainant’s mother did not like hearing that her daughter had begun having sex. She insisted that her daughter was raped, which led to the charges that our client faced. The charges were dismissed at the preliminary examination, and the young man can now move forward with his life.

Federal Trial—Not Guilty Verdicts Across the Board

C&N’s client was indicted on federal charges of wire fraud and computer intrusion causing damage. The federal government was prosecuting our client for computer hacking and damage to a business in the United States. Mary, Marisa, Lizzy, and the rest of the C&N team worked tirelessly for years preparing for trial. The hard work paid off. Despite the resources and efforts of the federal government, a jury voted not guilty on every count.

Driver’s License Restored

C&N’s client had his license revoked years ago after being convicted of multiple operating while intoxicated offenses and receiving an ignition interlock violation. After a driver’s license restoration hearing, Marisa was successful in obtaining a restricted license for the client. He can now drive and take care of his family after years without a license.

Criminal Sexual Conduct—No Charges Issued

C&N’s client was a college student accused by his former girlfriend of raping her during their years-long relationship. These claims only came after the couple broke up, and our client had moved on to another relationship. C&N engaged in an extensive investigation, including matching up the dates of her claims with our client’s actual locations as well as messages that she had sent to him after the supposed assaults. Fortunately, the prosecutor reviewed all the evidence that C&N submitted and declined to issue any charges. Our client can now move on with his life without the threat of these false claims.

Criminal Sexual Conduct—Dismissal by Court

C&N’s client was accused of criminal sexual conduct. A thorough investigation was done as Mary, Marisa, and Lizzy prepared for trial, including obtaining video and photographic proof that our client was not wearing the clothes described by the woman making the accusation. This unreliable identification, as well as the timeline created that showed our client’s location during the supposed assault, resulted in the judge dismissing the case before trial. After being wrongfully accused, our client is now moving on with his life and enjoying his time with his family.

Criminal Sexual Conduct—Charges Dismissed by Prosecutor

C&N’s client was charged with 13 counts of criminal sexual conduct involving two children. The investigation was complex and lengthy, but C&N discovered the wrongful motives behind the claims. Our client eventually entered a plea to one count of attempted child abuse. The plea offer came with no term of incarceration and no registry requirements. The client was facing mandatory prison sentences of at least 25 years for each count and a lifetime on the sex offender registry.

Assault and Battery—No Charges Issued

Marisa’s minor client was being investigated by the police after an altercation with his father. After a thorough investigation, Marisa made the extremely rare decision to have her client talk to the police about the incident—with Marisa present—because there was convincing evidence that he was abused at the hands of his father. The law enforcement agency recommended to the prosecutor that no charges should be issued, and the prosecutor agreed.

Criminal Sexual Conduct—Youthful Offender Plea Negotiated

C&N’s client was accused of multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct, including criminal sexual conduct in the first degree, that allegedly occurred at a college party. After significant investigation and motions being filed, C&N negotiated a plea to one count of seduction under the Homes Youthful Trainee Act.

Child Abuse—Not Guilty Verdict

C&N’s client was accused by her ex-boyfriend’s son of biting him on the leg, after his mother discovered a large circular bruise. Takura, Marisa, and Nicole led the trial team that challenged the charge of felony child abuse. Before trial, numerous experiments were done with various objects to determine what could cause this type of bruise. There was also a thorough investigation done to disprove these false allegations. The jury agreed with the defense and returned a verdict of not guilty!