criminal defense attorney

Top Five Reasons to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer

Obviously, people who face criminal charges have a lot on their plate. For instance, the outcome of a criminal case could have life-altering implications. On top of this, you are probably considering whether you should hire a criminal defense lawyer. Many people decide against obtaining legal representation due to the fear of footing a large […]

What to Ask a Dublin Criminal Defense Attorney During an Initial Consultation

Facing criminal charges is no laughing matter. Both your personal and professional reputations are at stake. It is important that you obtain legal representation as quickly as possible. However, it is possible to make your situation worse by choosing the wrong attorney. Luckily, there are questions you can ask a Dublin criminal defense attorney during […]

I Was Arrested But I Wasn’t Read My Rights

In 1966, the Supreme Court ruling of Miranda vs. Arizona created the “Miranda Warning” or more commonly known as the “Miranda Rights.” Police officials inform accused parties of their Fifth and Sixth amendment rights as part of due process of the law. Being arrested and not read your Miranda Rights does not automatically result in […]

What Does Immunity Mean for a Witness?

When a witness is brought in for questioning, they may be asked to provide evidence that could potentially incriminate them. The Fifth Amendment, however, protects witnesses from sharing incriminating information against themselves should it be invoked, and the witness refuses to answer any more questions. However, it is possible for an investigator to push past […]

What Acts Are Considered Stalking in California?

In many cases, people are accused of stalking even though under the definition of the law, they did not commit any acts that would be considered stalking in California. Definition of Stalking in California CA.gov features a page on stalking in California. The page has a section on it regarding behaviors that are defined as […]

Guns & Gun Charges

Attorney Louis J. Goodman, speaks about guns and gun charges in the State of California. Watch as he sheds light on legal matters concerning this issue.