Clayton Lasinski finally sentenced today to the stipulated term of 11 years

Clayton Lasinski's sentencing was continued to May 11 by Judge Christopher Wilson due to several issues with the plea. Today, he was sentenced to the stipulated term of 11 years. Lasinski will serve that term at 85%

The PPR report was missing, Judge Wilson needed to check authorities on exception to a firearm enhancement PC 12022.5 (d) , Probation didn't include 15% credits in total credits,. All those issues were taken care of today. The PPR report was filed, his total credits were 1,421 and Judge Wilson did sentence him for the enhancement.

There was a plea form signed by all parties that was accepted in court today and Judge Wilson verbally went over the rights and admonishments with Lasinski again this morning.

There were no unusual circumstances and Lasinski is ineligible for probation. Upon release, he will be on parole for three years. Restitution for Sole Savers is reserved. Instead of the recommended $30,000 in fines, Judge Wilson only imposed a $10,000 fine.

I am not going to list the breakdown for every count  fee or fine from today's sentencing. I have covered the last two hearings in detail, including the charges Lasinski pleaded to and for this post, I am not typing those details again. See post linked below.

Deputy District Attorney Trent Timm is the prosecutor for the case. Deputy Conflict Counsel R.J.  Leohner is Lasinski's attorney.

This case dragged on for four years, Lasinski made headlines when he was arrested. This case had a few Deputy DAs. Mr. Timm inherited this case towards the end and his diligent efforts finally resulted in a resolution.

Previous post:
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2020/04/clayton-lasinski-sentencing-continued.html?m=1#more

DA Press Release (May 12):

On May 11, 2020, Judge Christopher Wilson sentenced 29-year-old Clayton Lasinski to 11 years in prison for assault with a firearm, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, exhibiting a weapon at a peace officer, and resisting a peace officer with threat or force.

This case occurred on December 6th, 2016, when a California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer attempted to stop Lasinski as he drove in Eureka without wearing a seat belt. Lasinski fled a short distance to a local hotel, where he exited his vehicle and continued to flee on foot. In an effort to aid the CHP officer, two employees of the hotel attempted to stop Lasinski. In response, Lasinski pulled a firearm and pointed it at one of the workers. Officers from the Eureka Police Department (EPD) learned of the situation through radio communications and began pursuit. Lasinski then stole a vehicle and pointed his firearm at an EPD officer, who then fired at Lasinski.  As Lasinski continued to evade officers he nearly struck another officer with the car he was driving and when that car broke down he attempted to take another vehicle by assaulting the driver.  The pursuit continued until a bullet wound incapacitated Lasinski. He was taken into custody and received medical treatment.

Due to the serious and violent nature of Lasinski’s crimes he will be required to serve at least 85 percent of his sentence.  Three of the felonies qualify as strikes under California’s "Three Strikes" law; these would increase the sentences for any future felonies Lasinski might commit.

Deputy District Attorney Trent Timm prosecuted the case. The defendant was represented by Deputy Conflict Counsel RJ Leohner.  The need for evaluation of Lasinski’s competency and the need for handling of his case by multiple defense attorneys delayed its conclusion. He has been in custody since committing the crimes.