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Acquitted on all counts at jury trial. After thorough investigation leading Attorney Johnson to believe main reporter of the supposed abuse was instrumental in concocting the allegations to use in their favor in child custody dispute, jurors agreed and returned not guilty verdicts on all counts.
Attorney Johnson obtained full acquittal on all 3 counts of sexual assault for a client accused of repeated instances of sexual assault. Cross-examination and the defense presentation centered on shifting accounts, delayed reporting, and credibility issues the jury found sufficient to reject the charges. The result was a full acquittal on the State’s case. (Jefferson County, 2026)
Acquitted on all counts at jury trial. After thorough investigation leading Attorney Johnson to believe main reporter of the supposed abuse was instrumental in concocting the allegations to use in their favor in child custody dispute, jurors agreed and returned not guilty verdicts on all counts.
Case Dismissed. Administrative Judge found client to be acting in lawful self defense at probation revocation hearing and Attorney Johnson provided transcripts of law enforcement officer’s and the alleged victim that showed state would be unable to overcome claim of self defense. State prosecutor agreed and dismissed case at the final pretrial status hearing.
Dismissed at Hearing.
Case Dismissed on First Day of Trial. Cross examination of alleged victim at a prior hearing led to state’s realization the alleged victim was neither credible or trustworthy.
No Charges Filed. Client retained during midst of investigation, Attorney Johnson contacted law enforcement and prosecutor office to advise of circumstances having effect on review of case. Prosecutor eventually agreed and did not file charges.
Attorney Johnson advocated for hisclient and respectfully communicated to the prosecution that the incident leading to charges was the result of a mental health crisis. He provided substantial background and evidence to reach an agreement with the prosecutor to dismiss the case. (Dane County)
Leading up to his client’s jury trial, Attorney Johnson provided the prosecution with the findings of his investigation which showed the alleged victim was abusing the system and was not someone the jury would trust. Subsequently, the case was dismissed. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson obtained a case dismissal for his client charged with multiple counts of felony theft through out of court advocacy with the prosecuting attorney. (Dane County)
Through out of court advocacy for his client, Attorney Johnson obtained a case dismissal for his client. (Dane County)
After two years of investigation and persistence Attorney Johnson obtained a case dismissal for his client who was accused of aiding/harboring a felon. He filed a motion to admit other acts of the co-defendant showing his client was a victim in the situation. In combination with filing a demand for a speedy trial, Attorney Johnson convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the case outright weeks before the scheduled jury trial. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson was able to get this case dismissed after his investigation into the alleged victim that brought to light that he had a history of reporting burglaries to his insurance company to try and get insurance pay outs on stolen items, including weapons and other damage. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson obtained a case dismissal after filing a motion to suppress all evidence seized due to law enforcement unlawfully extending the stop to wait for K9 dog to arrive on scene to sniff the vehicle. (Dane County)
Through advocacy for his client to minimize harm done, Attorney Johnson convinced the prosecutor to dismiss the case upon payment of a small portion of restitution. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson convinced the prosecutionto dismiss the case in the public’s interest given hisclient’s relocation to another state combined with their ensuing trial defense. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson pushed forward to jury trial for his client arguingself-defense. He was able to obtain a dismissal before the case made it before the jury. (Dane County)
Attorney Johnson’s client was accused of being in possession of a controlled substance. He filed a motion to suppress evidence on the basis that law enforcement committed an illegal search under the 4th Amendment. Following a hearing and brief on the motion, the prosecutor dismissed thecase. (Dane County)
Despite a .10 blood test andthe client’s statements to police that he was drunk when they approached his vehicle, Attorney Johnson obtained anot guilty verdictat jury trial. (Dane County)
Prior to charges being filed, Attorney Johnson was able to advocate for his client and show the prosecutor the alleged victim had substantial credibility issues and motive to lie. (Dane County)
In the days before jury trial Attorney Johnson was able to convince the prosecutor to dismiss the case outright, given the lack of evidence.
During pre-charge negotiationsAttorney Johnson was able to negotiate with the prosecutor and City Attorney’s Office. They entered an agreement not to charge his client.
Attorney Johnson obtained a dismissal in the middle of aco-defendant’s trial after they assertedhis client’s 5th Amendment right to remain silent. This stalledthe prosecution from moving forward in the co-defendant’s case which led to the prosecution agreeing to dismiss his client’s case.
Attorney Johnson’s client was charged with multiple counts of sexual assault of a minor. He obtained a dismissal in the weeks leading up to trial after 2 years of hard-fought battles. They eventually obtained weather records and employment records to show that the alleged victim’s forensic interview was full of inaccuracies and impossibilities. (Chippewa County)
Attorney Johnson represented a client who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor. During his cross examination of the investigating officer at the pre-trial hearing he convinced the prosecutor they were not able to prove their case due to substantial problems with the investigation and admissions obtained by the officer on record. The case dismissed.(Chippewa County)
Attorney Johnson obtained a dismissal after an investigation was conducted and photographic evidence of client’s injuries were obtained. He remained persistent and was able to show that his client was the actual victim of the assault as opposed to the perpetrator. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson convincedthe prosecutor that hisclient was unaware of the drugs that were located inside a vehicle and a jury may easily find that the other vehicle occupant was the perpetrator, given their history. Subsequently, the charges were dismissed. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson convinced the prosecutor that moving forward with the case was not in the best interest of the community. He explained his client was experiencing extenuating circumstances and was willing to return the stolen merchandise. The case was dismissed. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson utilized prior representation of a client to point out to the State and Court that the prosecution of this case would be unattainable given their mental health history. The judge dismissed the case at their initial appearance. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson was persistent with the prosecution and inthe days leading up to his client’s jury trial he convinced the prosecutor their star witness had significant credibility issues. Subsequently, the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the charges. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson obtained a dismissal for a client charged with lewd and lascivious behavior within a DOC facility.After filing a motion,the court ordered the State to turn over the documents and findings of the facility, who was required to complete an internal investigation under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Those records showed his client was the victim of sexual assault/harassment within the facility which led to the dismissal. (Eau Claire County)
Attorney Johnson obtained a dismissal shortly before trial in a case involving self-defense. He wasable to convince the prosecutor therewere issues with their case and a jury could find the defendant acted in self-defense. (Eau Claire County)
No Charge Filed. Client arrested for 3rd degree sexual assault. Obtained exculpatory evidence and advocated for client amid prosecutorial review of case. After discussion with prosecutor and transmittal of exculpatory evidence, client was released from bond and no charges were filed.
