Want to do something really scary for Halloween? How about sitting with your hands cuffed behind your back in the hard plastic seat of a police car? So if you’re a ghost or goblin who is planning on a few social alcoholic treats for Halloween,…
Just because you failed a blood, breath or urine test does not necessarily mean a criminal defense attorney cannot get a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge reduced or even overturned. How to Challenge DUI and DWI Blood, Breath and…
Although medical marijuana is now legal in California, it’s still illegal to drive under the influence of any drug or alcohol. For alcohol cases, this is usually a simple question. A person is either over the legal limit of a .08, or they’re not. Although…
Many people do not realize that the Internet is a public place and every transaction that takes place has a backlink thread. In many situations communications are transmitted from one state to another or from one nation to another, making any criminal activity committed online…
Word is that police arrested Tiger Woods for suspected DUI. News reports say that police smelled a strong odor of alcohol. The police say that Mr. Woods refused a chemical test and was “arrogant.” Tiger says he fell asleep because of prescription drugs he took…
Spring break is a time to forget about school and enjoy being with friends and family. That fun can sometimes get a little too wild with you doing things that might end up with you being arrested. Each state has its own regulations about what…
Attorney Louis J. Goodman, answers the question, “When do you need an attorney?” Watch as he sheds light on this question.
Attorney Louis J. Goodman, speaks about state & federal prosecution. Watch as he sheds light on legal matters concerning this issue.
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.
Having some of the most stringent laws in the country, DUI charges in California carry a progressively harsh punishment involving various interconnected institutions. Ultimately, penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) will be dependent on your individual circumstances and center around whether anyone was injured…
Do I need an attorney to defend against federal criminal charges? While many of us have had slight brushes with the law, few have had contact with the federal criminal justice system. It’s likely that you would feel uncomfortable when faced with criminal charges, but…
Police Drones The New Year will undoubtedly see an increase in the use of surveillance drones by law enforcement. Already in use by an increasingly militarized police community, these tools have the potential for enormous positive and negative impact. As with much new technology what…
During the New Year’s Holiday DUI arrests tend to double due to a number of reasons. While there is an increased number of intoxicated drivers during this time, there is also an escalation in the attentiveness of police officers. As a result, though many DUI…
According to SpotCrime, over the past month, the three most common crimes reported in Hanford, CA were theft, assault, and burglary. The site compiles data from actual police reports and court records. With all of these crimes being reported, there are many arrests being made…
At this Thanksgiving season, I have been giving some thought to all for which I have to be thankful. I am grateful for my health. I am grateful for my strength. I am grateful for my family and friends. At the Thanksgiving table I will…
The phone rings. Someone claiming to be from the IRS says that a criminal complaint for non-payment of taxes is about to be filed against you and that you can avoid this by paying some sum immediately using a cashier’s check. I don’t know anyone…
The DUI Defense Attorney for You Whether this is your first DUI/DWI or you have multiple offenses, Louis J. Goodman is the experienced criminal defense attorney for you. He can explain your rights and provide you with knowledge of what is likely to happen in…
The internet has been around for 25 years now. No other technological advancement has changed the world we now live in than the internet. The internet has made our lives easier, however, it can also lead to some serious criminal and legal nightmares for some…
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