Ex-Bay Area dentist acquitted of sex assault, battery, but DA may retry case
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A jury in Solano County found former oral surgeon David Evans Webb not guilty of two misdemeanor battery charges, while also hanging on five additional counts related to allegations of sexual assault. Deputy District Attorney Mary Nguyen indicated that the DA's Office has yet to determine whether to refile charges. Pretrial matters are scheduled for March 17, as Judge Kelly J. Trujillo oversees ongoing proceedings. Additionally, Webb faces civil allegations in multiple cases, underlining his continuing legal battles following the mistrial.
The jury's verdict cleared Webb of two misdemeanor charges, yet they were unable to reach a decision on five other counts, leading to a mistrial.
Deputy District Attorney Mary Nguyen confirmed that the DA's Office has not decided whether to retry the case against Webb, as the legal proceedings continue.
Judge Kelly J. Trujillo has scheduled pretrial matters and a new trial date for March 17, indicating that the judicial process remains active despite the recent jury deadlock.
Webb continues to face multiple allegations in civil cases, signifying ongoing legal challenges even after the criminal jury's mixed verdict.
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