Javier is a Mexican national who was kidnapped off the streets and Tijuana, extradited to Maricopa County and charged with a cold case homicide from 1998. Through extensive investigation, work, and motions, MCAO ultimately dismissed the case. Javier is innocent. We will discuss the egregious misconduct by both PPD and MCAO, what to watch out for in cold case investigations, what investigation you need to do yourself, and motions practice for an innocent client.
