Wednesday, December 16, 2009

TIGER WOODS AND HIS ACCIDENT

We all know by now that Tiger Woods was involved in an early morning accident. We also know that he was not seriously injured. In addition, he has already postponed speaking to police about the incident 3 times. He has said that the incident is a private matter and people should respect his privacy.

The bigger issue is why Tiger Woods is avoiding talking to police? Does he have something to hide or protect? Has he contacted his lawyers who told him to remain silent? We may never know the answers to these questions. The one thing that is glaringly smart on the part of Tiger Woods is the fact he is not speaking to police until he is ready.

Most people do not do this. We all have the constitutional right to remain silent. Exercise it. If you or a loved one has been contacted by law enforcement, call the Law Offices of David M. Wallin before speaking to them. We can help you deal with the police in your stead to try to avoid a criminal case being filed against you or a loved one. We can make arrangements to walk you or a loved in on an arrest warrant. We can be your voice against the police to make sure your or your loved ones rights are protected. We are the best criminal law firm covering the Antelope and Santa Clarita Valleys, Victorville, and all courts in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and parts of Orange County and Kern County.

METH INCREASE AMID RECESSION

Amid the recession that has hit the country, methamphetamine use and sales have gone up. Many people who have been negatively affected by the slugging economy have turned to methamphetamine to try to fill the gap. This is an alarming trend that has drained funding that deals with the methamphetamine problem.

People who have a drug problem or people arrested for sales do not have adequate help dealing with their issues. If you or a loved one has been arrested for possession or sales of a controlled substance, the Law Offices of David M. Wallin can help. We have 25 years of experience representing good people with an addiction or who have made a bad choice to sell in a tough economy. Call us immediately for a free consultation. We are the best criminal law firm covering the Antelope and Santa Clarita Valleys, Victorville, and all courts in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and parts of Orange County and Kern County.

DAD FORCED DAUGHTER TO EAT COCKROACHES

A Madison, Wisconsin girl has accused her father of choking her, and ordering her to eat cockroaches and a dead mouse. He is being tried for child abuse among other charges.

Here at the Law Offices of David Wallin, we have almost 50 years of legal experience helping people charged with child abuse. If you or a loved one has been charged or is being investigated for child abuse, please call us immediately to protect your rights. We are the best criminal law firm covering the Antelope and Santa Clarita Valleys, Victorville, and all courts in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and parts of Orange County and Kern County.

INSANITY DEFENSE FOR SHOOTER IN FORT HOOD CASE

The attorney who is representing the Army psychiatrist accused of killing 13 people during the attack at Fort Hood may use an insanity defense. He would plead not guilty by reason of insanity. He has been charged with 13 counts of premeditated murder. The attorney said he is considering using the insanity defense but it’s too early to be sure.

Using an insanity defense poses many interesting legal issues. First, generally speaking, in order to be successful it must be shown the defendant did not know the difference between right and wrong when committing the crime. That, of course, is no easy task.. Second, if successful, does not mean the person goes home. The person goes to a mental hospital until he or she is found sane, which may never happen.

The above is a general synopsis of the insanity defense. It is not intended to be interpreted as exhaustive of the defense.

If you or a loved one is charged with a crime and there are mental issues involved in the case, please call us here at The Law Offices of David M. Wallin. We have 25 years of experience dealing with mental issues. We are the best criminal law firm covering the Antelope and Santa Clarita Valleys, Victorville, and all courts in Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and parts of Orange County and Kern County.