Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus

Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus serves on the Placer County Superior Court at the Santucci Justice Center, having been appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom on August 8, 2022. His background is rooted in criminal law, and he earned his law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law. He is also a Marine Corps veteran, a biographical fact that reflects a professional history shaped by discipline, structured hierarchy, and institutional accountability. Because no ruling analyses, attorney observations, or ingested content are available at this time, no patterns in judicial decision-making, courtroom management style, or substantive legal preferences can be reported. The profile data confirms his appointment type, appointing authority, and general practice background in criminal law, but does not extend to specific rulings, motion outcomes, or procedural tendencies. Attorneys should treat this profile as a foundational baseline and supplement it with direct courtroom observation and local practitioner intelligence before appearing before Judge DeJesus.

Given Judge DeJesus's documented background in criminal law, attorneys handling criminal matters in his courtroom should ensure their arguments are grounded in statutory text and procedural precision, consistent with the expectations of a jurist whose professional formation centered on that practice area. Civil practitioners appearing before him should not assume unfamiliarity with criminal procedure concepts that may intersect with civil matters, such as privilege, search and seizure implications in civil discovery, or witness credibility standards. His Marine Corps service background suggests a professional orientation toward preparation, directness, and respect for procedural order. Attorneys should arrive fully prepared, present arguments concisely, and avoid disorganized or unprepared presentations. Because no specific behavioral or ruling data is available, these observations are drawn solely from the verified biographical facts in the record. Attorneys are strongly encouraged to consult with local Placer County practitioners who have appeared before Judge DeJesus to obtain firsthand courtroom intelligence before any significant hearing.

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  Consult Local Placer County Practitioners

  No observational or ruling data exists in this system. Before any significant hearing, consult attorneys who regularly practice at the Santucci Justice Center and have appeared before Judge DeJesus directly.

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  Review Placer County Local Rules Thoroughly

  In the absence of judge-specific behavioral data, strict compliance with Placer County Superior Court local rules is the baseline standard. Ensure all filings, formatting, and procedural steps conform precisely.

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  Prepare Concise, Well-Organized Arguments

  Judge DeJesus's documented background in criminal law and military service supports an expectation of structured, direct advocacy. Prepare arguments with clear headings, logical sequencing, and no unnecessary filler.

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  Research Any Published Decisions

  Search Westlaw, Lexis, and the California Courts website for any published or unpublished decisions authored by or involving Judge DeJesus since his August 2022 appointment to supplement this profile.

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  Confirm Courtroom Procedures Directly with Clerk

  Contact the Santucci Justice Center clerk's office to confirm Judge DeJesus's specific courtroom procedures, tentative ruling practices, and any standing orders that govern appearances in his department.

• ›Arrive fully prepared and on time; a military and criminal law background reflects an expectation of professional discipline and punctuality.
• ›Present arguments directly and concisely without unnecessary repetition or filler; structured, organized advocacy is appropriate given the judge's documented professional background.
• ›Treat all courtroom participants, including opposing counsel and court staff, with consistent respect and professionalism.
• ›Confirm all courtroom-specific procedures with the clerk's office in advance, as no standing order or behavioral data is available in this system to guide expectations.