The Reyna case began during a contentious custody dispute involving her daughter.
After reports that the child was “missing,” law enforcement responded.
- Deputy Jim Christman (San Mateo County Sheriff) located the child
- Determined she was safe and calm
- Allowed her to return home with Rhonda Reyna
At that moment, the situation appeared resolved.
But the case did not end there.
A protective warrant was later issued, and Reyna was charged with:
- PC 278.5 – Deprivation of custody
- PC 278 – Child stealing (felony)
The charges, according to filings, were built on a narrative that excluded the deputy’s findings entirely.