Castaic shooting suspect rejects plea deal

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Judge denied request to remove prior conviction; Raul Martinez heads to trial after plea talks failed in court.

WHO: Raul Martinez, 45; Los Angeles County Superior Court judge; Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputy

WHAT: Judge denied a motion to remove a prior conviction; plea negotiations failed and the defendant will prepare for trial.

WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 8:56 PM ET

WHERE: Castaic, Los Angeles County, CA (28000 block of Parker Road near Sloan Canyon Road; San Fernando Courthouse)

WHY: The court denied the request to remove the 2011 prior conviction, and plea negotiations discussed in open court were unsuccessful.

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