Inside D4vd's Preliminary Hearing in Murder Case | Case by Case
A preliminary hearing offers the clearest look yet at the case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who is charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green is joined by Los Angeles Times investigative crime writer Richard Winton to unpack the latest courtroom developments, the prosecution's strategy, the defense's response, and the evidence that could determine whether the case advances to trial.
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Unresolved 40% Case Dismissal on Motion
The defense successfully challenges the sufficiency of the evidence presented by the prosecution during the preliminary hearing. The judge rules that there is insufficient probable cause to proceed to trial.
Watch for: Los Angeles Superior Court issues ruling: 'Motion to Dismiss Granted in Hernandez Homicide Case' · D4vd's legal counsel issues press release confirming the case is dropped
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Unresolved 30% Prosecution Secures Pre-Trial Plea
Faced with strong initial testimony or weaknesses in the defense's objections, the prosecution offers a plea deal to D4vd. He agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge to avoid the uncertainty of a full trial.
Watch for: News headline: 'D4vd Agrees to Plead Down Charges in Celeste Rivas Murder Case' · Official court document filing confirming plea agreement terms
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Unresolved 20% Trial Set Despite Preliminary Success
The judge denies the defense's objections, finding sufficient evidence to bind the case for a full trial. Both sides proceed with pre-trial motions toward a jury selection.
Watch for: Court clerk announces trial date for D4vd in early next month · Defense lawyer announces readiness to proceed to jury selection phase
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Unresolved 10% Unexpected Acquittal on Evidentiary Grounds
The defense presents a highly successful, unexpected evidentiary challenge that creates immediate reasonable doubt during the hearing itself, leading the judge to dismiss the case without a formal plea or trial.
Watch for: Judge's written order notes 'insufficient evidence of intent' to terminate proceedings immediately · Defense attorney releases statement calling the finding a 'victory for the presumption of innocence'
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