Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Placer County Superior Court, Department 20 / 31

Appointed By: Gov. Gavin C. Newsom

Biography

Overview

The Hon. Raymonn J. DeJesus is a judge for the Placer County Superior Court in California[1]. DeJesus was appointed to the bench by Governor Gavin Newsom on August 8, 2022, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Charles Wachob.

On the bench, his assignments have included criminal, traffic, DUI, and trial matters[2].

Educational background

DeJesus earned a bachelor's degree from the University of San Francisco. At Golden Gate University School of Law, he completed a J.D. He was admitted to the State Bar of California (2010).

Career history

After law school, DeJesus began his legal career as a deputy district attorney with the Office of the Nevada County District Attorney (2010 to 2015). In 2015, he joined the Office of the Sacramento County District Attorney (2015 to 2016), continuing in the same role. Following that position, he served as a deputy district attorney with the Office of the Placer County District Attorney (2016 to 2020). He then became an administrative law judge with the California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board (2020 to 2022).

Personal life

DeJesus was a resident of Roseville, California, at the time of his appointment. In public remarks, he described his family background by noting that his parents immigrated from the Philippines in the 1970s and that his grandfather was a Filipino soldier who served with the U.S. Army in World War II[3].

He served as an enlisted non-commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps from 1999 to 2003[3]. DeJesus said the Marines shaped his work ethic, his ability to handle difficult situations under stress, and his interest in community service[3]. In the same remarks, he said he hoped his selection would encourage Asian Pacific Islander youth and others from diverse backgrounds to pursue legal careers[3].

References

[1] California Courts — Judges Roster
[2] Placer Judge Watch — Judges
[3] Daily Journal — Judge Raymonn DeJesus

Recent Cases by Hon. Raymonn J. DeJesus

People vs. BAHNS, KENDALL ANN

On December 26, 2024 a misdemeanor: property offense case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Dec 26, 2024

Status

Dismissal

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Superior

County

Placer County, CA

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Misdemeanor: Property Offense

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. MORIN, NATALIE FAITH

On December 16, 2024 a misdemeanor: dui case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Dec 16, 2024

Status

Active

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Superior

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Placer County, CA

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Misdemeanor: DUI

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. DUCA, ALESSANDRO

On December 5, 2024 a felony: property offense case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Dec 05, 2024

Status

Warrant

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Felony: Property Offense

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. SMITHLINE, CHRISTALYN FAITH

On December 3, 2024 a misdemeanor: drug offense case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Dec 03, 2024

Status

Closed

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Misdemeanor: Drug Offense

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. WATSON, JERRED MICHAEL

On December 2, 2024 a felony: other case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Dec 02, 2024

Status

Closed

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Felony: Other

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. WALTON, DAMIAN JERMAUD

On November 19, 2024 a felony: sex offense case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Nov 19, 2024

Status

Active

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Felony: Sex Offense

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. WELLS, DASEAN EDWARD

On November 18, 2024 a felony: property offense case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Nov 18, 2024

Status

Closed

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Felony: Property Offense

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Mar 13, 2025

People vs. Hernandez, Juan Gabriel

On August 12, 2024 a prcs case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Aug 12, 2024

Status

Active

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PRCS

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Mar 13, 2025

Camous, Tianna vs. Camous, Briana

On June 27, 2024 a dissolution w/minor child case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Jun 27, 2024

Status

Active

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Dissolution w/Minor Child

Practice Area

Family

Matter Type

Divorce,Separation

Case Last Refreshed

Oct 22, 2026

People vs. Resendiz, Anjelita Perla

On October 19, 2023 a misdemeanor: non traffic/ordinance case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Oct 19, 2023

Status

Warrant Sentenced: Nolo Plea 10/31/2024

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Misdemeanor: Non Traffic/Ordinance

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2025

People vs. Baker, David John

On August 10, 2023 a felony: assault case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Aug 10, 2023

Status

Relief Denied

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Felony: Assault

Practice Area

Criminal

Matter Type

General Criminal

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2025

McCarty, Mandana vs. McCarty, Joseph

On April 28, 2023 a dv prevention w/minor child case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Apr 28, 2023

Status

Other

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DV Prevention w/Minor Child

Practice Area

Family

Matter Type

Domestic Violence

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2025

McCarty, Mandana Katherine vs. McCarty, Joseph Alan

On April 28, 2023 a dissolution w/minor child case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Apr 28, 2023

Status

Active

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Dissolution w/Minor Child

Practice Area

Family

Matter Type

Divorce,Separation

Case Last Refreshed

Apr 28, 2025

DeMartin(Prout), Aliksandria H. vs. DeMartin, Justin N.

On January 24, 2011 a dissolution w/o minor child case was filed in the jurisdiction of Placer County. Judge Raymonn J. DeJesus presiding.

Filed

Jan 24, 2011

Status

Judgment (Other)

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Dissolution w/o Minor Child

Practice Area

Family

Matter Type

Divorce,Separation

Case Last Refreshed

Feb 01, 2024

About

Raymonn J. DeJesus
Current Appointment Placer County Superior Court, Department 20 / 31	Placer County Superior Court, Department 20 / 31
Education J.D., Golden Gate University School of Law Bachelor's degree, University of San Francisco	J.D., Golden Gate University School of Law Bachelor's degree, University of San Francisco

Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	CA - Placer County Superior Court
Clerk phone:	+1 (916) 408-6000

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Judge	Placer County Superior Court	Placer County, California
Administrative Law Judge	California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board	None
Deputy District Attorney	Office of the Placer County District Attorney	Placer County, California
Deputy District Attorney	Office of the Sacramento County District Attorney	Sacramento County, California
Deputy District Attorney	Office of the Nevada County District Attorney	Nevada County, California