Judge Beronio’s ruling was sweeping. It rejected the prosecution’s theory that the defense fabricated evidence.
Where things stand now:
- The 2009 conviction is vacated and a new trial has been ordered.
- Ajay is free, released on his own recognizance.
- The DA could retry or dismiss. Given the depth of the findings, a retrial would be difficult.
We remain focused on one goal: full and final exoneration.