Mar 8, 2024, 15:56 PM by User Not Found

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announces today’s arraignment of 18-year-old Anthony Pontod of Stockton at the San Joaquin County Courthouse, who was formally charged with murder, attempted murder, and various gun charges.

Feb 28, 2024, 13:37 PM by User Not Found

After reviewing the facts and evidence of the July 15, 2020 officer-involved shooting of 39-year-old Antwaune Burrise of Stockton, the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s office has found this case to be non-prosecutable because the use of force was lawfully justified.

Feb 14, 2024, 15:51 PM by User Not Found

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announces the arraignment at the Manteca Courthouse for Derek W. Young, 41, of Ceres who was officially charged with multiple counts of sex crimes against children.

Feb 13, 2024, 14:18 PM by User Not Found

District Attorney Ron Freitas takes the lead in environmental prosecutions with the filing against Quest Diagnostics, Inc., in San Joaquin County Superior Court to address claims that the diagnostic laboratory company unlawfully disposed of hazardous and medical waste, as well as, protected health information at its facilities statewide. As part of the filing, Quest Diagnostics will be required to pay nearly $5 million for penalties, costs, and supplemental environmental projects and make significant changes to its operations and practices at its California facilities.

Feb 8, 2024, 12:48 PM by User Not Found

San Joaquin District Attorney Ron Freitas is pleased to announce that the Honorable Ronald A. Northup, sentenced Douglas G. Rivaselias, 23, of Manteca, to 25 years to Life in State Prison.

Feb 6, 2024, 15:43 PM by User Not Found

Today, in Department 8C, the defendant, Kristopher Sawyer pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and admitted to the 12022.53(d) enhancement. Sawyer will face a term of 40 years to life, with sentencing scheduled for April 9, 2024.

Feb 1, 2024, 17:18 PM by User Not Found

Jan 25, 2024, 16:03 PM by User Not Found

San Joaquin District Attorney Ron Freitas is pleased to announce that the Honorable Gus Barrera, sentenced Ariel Baez, 62, of Manteca, to 24 years in state prison. Baez, who entered pleas on October 9, 2023, to two counts of Felony PC 261(a)(2), Rape by Force, both deemed strikes under California’s Three Strikes Law, has waived all credit earned since his incarceration in January 2023. Additionally, Baez is mandated to register as a sex offender for life under PC 290, accompanied by standard orders.

Jan 18, 2024, 14:34 PM by User Not Found

Antonee Haines, 41, of Tracy, has been formally charged with PC 187 (a) -Murder in the Second Degree. Haines was apprehended at the Superior Court of California, County of San Joaquin - Manteca Branch on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. The arrest follows a comprehensive investigation into the Fentanyl overdose death of Travis Gassaway in May of 2023.

Jan 5, 2024, 11:06 AM by User Not Found

The San Joaquin Board of Supervisors is set to consider District Attorney Ron Freitas’ recommendation to designate January 1, 2024, through January 31, 2024, as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. The proclamation aims to address the alarming rise in human trafficking incidents, as highlighted in the October 2023 United States Department of Justice report.

Jan 4, 2024, 15:38 PM by User Not Found

District Attorney Ron Freitas is pleased to announce that Shakir Khan, who faced 77 criminal counts, including election fraud and money laundering, pleaded no contest to all charges today. The dedicated efforts of law enforcement and the judicial system have resulted in a decisive outcome for justice. District Attorney Ron Freitas emphasized the gravity of this case, stating, "Let today's guilty plea send a message loud and clear, especially as we enter 2024, ANY attempt to alter or undermine our electoral process and our democratic institutions in San Joaquin County will be dealt with immediately and with the fullest extent of the law."

Dec 12, 2023, 08:55 AM by User Not Found

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced defendant Sergio Torres was found guilty of charges relating to the June 2022 homicide of his wife, Sonia Suarez.

Dec 8, 2023, 11:29 AM by User Not Found

San Joaquin District Attorney Ron Freitas announces a successful conviction in the 7-11 robbery case. The defendant, Tyrone Frazier, 42, of Stockton, entered a plea for a completed robbery under PC 211 2nd, receiving the upper term of three years. Additionally, he admitted to a prior strike, doubling the sentence to 6 years. Restitution has been reserved, and all other standard terms have been applied to ensure justice is served.

Dec 7, 2023, 16:10 PM by User Not Found

Stockton- San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announces a significant victory against the abhorrent crime of human trafficking with the successful sentencing of Jerry Reynolds, 43, of Stockton. The decision, rendered by The Honorable John Soldati handed Reynolds a 14-year state prison term and a lifelong requirement to register as a sex offender.

Dec 5, 2023, 10:06 AM by User Not Found

San Joaquin County District Attorney, Ron Freitas secured a resounding victory with the sentencing of Allenray Calambra. The Honorable Patrick Smalling sentenced Calamba to two consecutive terms of life without the possibility of parole for the murders of Valeria and Jesus Garcia-Cruz.

Nov 30, 2023, 11:29 AM by User Not Found

San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced defendant Alejandro Aguirre, 26, of Stockton was arraigned and officially charged with the following

Nov 14, 2023, 14:40 PM by User Not Found

This morning, the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office, and as part of its ongoing investigation into the Stockton Unified School District, executed a search warrant at a private residence and portions of the Stockton Unified School District Office. Further details will be provided as they develop.

Nov 1, 2023, 08:54 AM by User Not Found

This week, the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office Charged four individuals: Cesar Avalos Godinez, 52, Lucila Hernandez Gaytan, 46, Cesar Avalos Hernandez, 20, and Francisco Castro Hernandez, 24, with involvement in an organized retail crime ring.

Oct 13, 2023, 13:09 PM by User Not Found

Allenray Castillano Calamba, 23, of Tracy, was recently convicted on two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances: multiple murders, lying in wait, and gun enhancements. He was also convicted of one count of attempted, willful, deliberate, and premeditated murder, also with gun enhancements.

Oct 5, 2023, 14:23 PM by User Not Found

Today, the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office Charged Scott Sherman, 39, of Lodi, with one count of First-Degree Murder (PC 187) in the Tuesday morning murder of Felix Makinano, 53, also of Lodi.