The University of Michigan Health System reports that “in 1999, 3,385 children and youth ages 0-19 years were killed with a gun [in the United States]. This includes homicides, suicides, and unintentional injuries.”

If someone in your family has been injured by the careless acts of another, including accidents in the house, please do not hesitate to call me, Retired Superior Court Commissioner David P. Foos to help you get justice for your losses. I have 30 years experience helping people before the Courts. All consultations are free and if we take your case you pay us nothing unless we win the case for you. Also, we front all costs. Contact me at (916) 923-2800, or dfoos@bowmanandassoc.com, or our skilled Sacramento personal injury attorneys for a free case evaluation.

In this video he discusses the shock and confusion of a DUI arrest and how his experience as Commissioner and judicial officer will help get you through this uncertain time.

If you or someone you know has legal questions about a drunk driving or driving under the influence arrest in California, contact our firm in Sacramento or Folsom for a free case evaluation. We have handled thousands of cases and can help you.

Criminal Law cases require experienced and efficient criminal defense attorneys to prevent prison sentences and reduce or dismiss charges. At Bowman & Associates, we dedicate ourselves to protecting your rights and presuming innocence. Your case’s outcome can be seriously impacted by the skills of your attorney. Regardless of the severity of your crime, we will make sure your rights are protected from start to finish.

Being accused of a crime is serious. It is important that you take action early and contact us immediately after your conviction in order to get the best results. The sooner you schedule a consultation, the sooner we can start investigating your case and preparing a strong defense. We have a team of professionals who will employ techniques to find the necessary details to defend you, such as:

• Sketches, Diagrams and Measurements
• Witness Interviews
• Police Interviews
• Victim Interviews
• Secondary Forensic Evidence Testing
• Witness/Suspect Location
• Background Investigations of Involved Parties
• Police Investigations
• Psychological Experts
• Computer/Internet Experts
• Confidential Informants and Sources
• Public Record Searches

Every day, innocent people are wrongly convicted of crimes. There are an estimated twenty thousand innocent people in jail at this very moment – and all due to flaws related to their criminal defense and the judicial system. We want to make sure that this number does not increase. If you are unfairly convicted, we will do our best to stop the conviction from affecting your life.

At Bowman & Associates, we are not afraid to take on difficult or challenging cases. We are confident that we will achieve the best results in your case, and we will not give up on protecting your rights.

Criminal Defense Law Firm in Sacramento

If you or someone you know have been charged with a criminal offense, our Northern California Criminal Defense Attorneys at Bowman & Associates are here to help. We assist clients with DUI/DWI, Assault and Battery, Gang-related Crime, Drug crimes, white collar crime, juvenile crimes, and more. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and possible outcomes. We will put our experience and skills to the test to achieve a successful resolution. Contact us today to begin the process of defending your rights!

While expungement does not erase your criminal record, it will make it invisible to certain entities. For example, if you apply for a job or apartment, your record will not be seen. Normally, a criminal record reveals the type of crime, the date of conviction, and the sentence served, as well as other details, which almost always results in denial for everyday applications.

Record expungement can greatly benefit your lifestyle. Of course, certain serious crimes like murder or sex offenses cannot be expunged. It is necessary to convince the judge that by expunging your record, it will be more beneficial to the public than not. Remember that some agencies will still be able to view your criminal record after expungement, such as law enforcement or immigration agencies.

Sealing or expungement of your records may help you:

• Obtain gainful employment
• Obtain or maintain academic enrollment in a university
• Qualify for scholarships
• Develop a career previously not possible
• Qualify for career promotions and other advancements
• Qualify for loans and lines of credit
• Avoid awkward social conversations

There are some factors that make it difficult to expunge a criminal record. If you plead guilty or were found guilty of a crime, it will be more difficult to expunge than if not guilty. The severity of the crime will always come with an equally difficult expungement. Completing probation for convictions aids the expungement process, and not having any current convictions is necessary to expunge records. If you were sent to prison as a punishment for a crime, you cannot expunge that conviction.

Placer County Record Expungement Attorneys

If you have any questions about the expungement process or are currently attempting to expunge a conviction, contact Bowman & Associates. We have the resources you need to achieve success. At the law offices of Bowman & Associates, located in Sacramento, California, our goal is to vigorously defend Californians who have been charged or accused of criminal offenses. Contact our experienced expungement attorneys today for a free consultation. We are here to help!

If you or someone you love have been affected by an injury, we are here to help. In your time of need, you will not be treated like a customer. We will always treat you with respect, and you will receive legal advice and communication, as well as undying support from our attorneys. We will be there with you from the beginning of your case to the end. Every step of the way, we will provide clear and understandable support and show you the best options.

While you may believe that having an attorney will not make any difference in your personal injury case, that is not true. When it comes to litigation, many people do not have the necessary skills to be successful in court. Insurance companies will always have the upper hand, and will never want to pay the amount you deserve for your injuries. Having an attorney with personal injury experience can greatly affect the outcome of your case. If it means being compensated for medical bills and lost wages, an experienced attorney is necessary. There is no reason for you to risk your chance of receiving compensation.

At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we can assist you in seeking compensation for various costs, such as:

• past and future medical bills
• lost income
• future lost earnings
• property damage
• pain and suffering

Our attorneys will work compassionately for your rights. When you work with Bowman & Associates, you can be confident that insurance companies will not have the upper hand. We have the resources and skills to create a strategy to obtain compensation and justice.

At Bowman & Associates, we assist clients across Northern California with a variety of personal injury cases. We can help you with the following, and more:

• Car Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Wrongful Death
• Slip and Fall
• Brain and Spinal Cord Injury
• Construction Accidents

Carmichael Personal Injury Attorneys

If you or someone you love have been injured due to another person’s negligence, recklessness, or disregard for safety, you may have a right to compensation. Do not wait to contact an attorney. It is important to have an experience Personal Injury Attorney before you speak to an insurance company. Our attorneys are compassionate and dedicated to protecting you rights and securing compensation for your losses. Contact us today for a free consultation – we are here to help.

At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we serve clients across California with a variety of traffic violations. You are probably concerned about the complexities of traffic laws and the routines of court proceedings, and that is where having a skilled attorney can greatly benefit your case. You will most likely be going against a police officer who is familiar with how to present his case. Our attorneys can create a strong defense for you so that you can have better chances of winning. We know the rules and procedures of traffic court and can get better results for you.

Traffic offenses can come with serious consequences. It is crucial that you receive qualified legal advice from a California Traffic Violation Attorney. At our office, we handle all misdemeanors and felonies related to or arising out of traffic violations, including:

• Speeding Tickets
• Red Light Tickets
• Radar Tickets
• Driving with a suspended license
• DUI Offense/ DWI Offense
• Hit and Run
• Reckless driving
• Cell Phone Tickets
• All basic traffic violations

Even if you think it is pointless to fight a traffic ticket, it will always be worth it in the long run. Speak to an experienced traffic ticket lawyer who can explain your options and provide a strong defense in the event that you end up in court. Our attorneys have the resources and inside access you need to see success in your case.

El Dorado County Traffic Violations Attorney

If you are seeking legal representation or would like more information about our services, contact our office today for a free consultation at (916) 923-2800. Our experienced traffic violation lawyers can save you money and effectively defend your driving privileges. We take pride in having helped hundreds of clients just like you. Contact us and let us put our knowledge and experience to work for you.

The story was that an eyewitness saw several gang members enter the witnesses’ yard and start to smash his car and house windows. According to the officer, an eyewitness identified Mr. S. as being there.

Mr. Foos’ investigator talked to this witness and the witness not only said that he didn’t see Mr. S there, but that he never told the officers that he saw Mr. S. there.

Prior to the preliminary hearing Mr. Foos gave this discovery to the District Attorney’s office, but they chose not to follow up on it or send their own investigator out to speak to the witness. The D.A. told Mr. Foos, “gang witnesses always recant. It doesn’t mean anything.” Mr. S. was a former gang-member but had been out of the gang for four years with no recent offenses.

A second officer, Gang Detective Starr said that he showed photos to the witnesses and that both identified Mr. S. At the preliminary hearing, after some hemming and hawing, the Detective admitted that he did not ask the witnesses if Mr. S. was there, only if they could identify Mr. S.

The detective also testified that there was a photo line-up. This testimony proved to be false. There was no photo line-up and the Detective told the Deputy DA this, after the prelim, but the Deputy DA didn’t provide Mr. Foos with this information until today, the day of trial.

After the preliminary hearing, Mr. Foos provided the D.A. with additional discovery that included statements from character witnesses, from his clients work, who said that Mr. S. was a stellar employee. He also provided a statement from a “semi-alibi” witness who, while he could not remember the day in question (it was four months before Mr. S was arrested), could say that Mr. S. followed a regular schedule, was always with his family, and would have been sleeping at the time in question.

On August 25th, after Mr. Foos called ready for trial, the D.A. dismissed the case.

Congratulations to Mr. Foos and investigators Doug Moutihno and Aaron Wagner. Great work!

Fern M. Laethem
Executive Director
Conflict Criminal Defenders
901 H Street • Suite 409 • Sacramento, CA. 95814
(916) 874-6898 • laethemf@saccounty.net
www.ccd.saccounty.net

Burglary charges are classified as either first- or second-degree. The sentences for each degree vary, and can include prison time. First-degree burglary is also called residential burglary, meaning you broke into a house with the intent of stealing. This conviction is a felony and can result in up to six years in prison. It counts as a strike against California’s Three Strikes Law, and depending on if the individual was carrying tools or weapons, can be enhanced. The penalties become much more harsh if you have prior offenses or if the crime was of a violent nature.

Second-degree burglary generally does not occur in a home, but rather in businesses and stores. These charges can be either misdemeanors or felonies, punishable by up to one year in prison. A misdemeanor burglary charge does not count as a strike. Individuals charged with second-degree burglary can be charged with petty theft or grand theft, if the property value is below $400 or above $400 respectively.

There are many crimes which may be associated with a criminal burglary offense, such as:

• Arson
• Any Form of Fraud
• Assault or Battery
• Criminal Mischief or Trespass
• Destruction of Property or Vandalism
• Extortion
• Homicide
• Sexual Assault or Rape
• Theft or Robbery

Serving time for a burglary or theft charge can be avoided if it is your first offense and with the help of an experienced attorney. At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we may be able to reduce your charges or suggest alternate sentencing. If you are not guilty, we will successfully fight for your rights in court. Hiring an experienced burglary and theft attorney from Bowman & Associates will get the best possible results for your case.

Woodland Burglary and Theft Defense Attorneys

In burglary and theft cases, intent is the main focus. Regardless of if you stole any property, you can still be punished as a criminal. At Bowman & Associates, we have significant experience in theft and burglary cases. We understand the complexities of criminal law and can explain your options so that you can understand it too. Contact a skilled Burglary and Theft Attorney today for a free consultation.

Depending of the circumstances of your DUI conviction, and if it is your first conviction, you can face serious penalties. There is a possibility of spending time in prison. You can lose your license, and will see increases in auto insurance for the offense. There are also heavy fines, as well as the risk of losing your job. There will be a mark on your criminal record if you are convicted of a DUI.

In some cases, your attorney can appeal for alternative sentencing. If successful, you may serve community service, agree to submit to random drug testing, take classes, or even install a device in your vehicle that tests your BAC before allowing you to start it. Every case is unique, and it is important to take these charges seriously in order to get the best results from your case.

When fighting a DUI conviction, it is important to retain an experienced attorney who focuses on DUI cases. There are many complex laws that may or may not affect your case, and having a lawyer who knows their way around will greatly aid your outcome. At Bowman & Associates, our attorneys will walk you through your options and devise a strategy that works best for you. A DUI is a serious offense, and the sooner we get started, the sooner we can begin protecting your rights.

California DUI charges can be devastating to your criminal record, and to your well-being. Going against these charges alone, without legal counsel, can be a fruitless endeavor. An experienced DUI attorney at Bowman & Associates can explain your alternatives and fight the charges. There is no reason for you to plead guilty and throw away your license or months of your life in prison. Make sure you act as soon as possible after being arrested to contact an attorney. The longer you wait, the less chance of reducing your penalties.

Antelope DUI/DWI Attorneys

The Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, APC, take pride in defending individuals charged with DUI or DWI. Our understanding of DUI law goes deep, and we have the resources to build a strong defense. he DUI team at Bowman and Associates is led by David P. Foos, retired Commissioner of the Sacramento Superior Court who has handled thousands of D.U.I. cases both as a Judicial Officer and as an attorney and is an insider to the system. Contact our experienced DUI/DWI attorneys today for a free consultation!

At Bowman & Associates, we deal with many criminal defense cases, as well as DUI/DWI convictions. Our team, led by Sacramento Criminal Law Lawyer David P. Foos, has the necessary experience in every area of criminal and traffic charges to help you. If you are facing jail time or other serious penalties, we are confident we can help to reduce or even remove them.

Our attorneys have experience in virtually all areas of criminal defense. If you have been convicted of a crime, the sooner you act, the better. Consultation with one of our experienced criminal defense lawyers will give us a head start in building a strong defense. Depending on your conviction, the amount of time between being arrested and contacting a lawyer could be the difference between walking free or being behind bars.

Our lawyers will aggressively protect your rights in the following convictions, and more:

• DUI/DWI
• Traffic Violations
• Appeals and expungement
• Gang Related Crime
• Domestic Violence
• White Collar Crime
• Assault
• Burglary
• Drug Offenses
• Internet Crime
• Felonies and Misdemeanors

If you or a family member have been convicted of a crime or received a DUI/DWI, contact us immediately. The sooner we go over your case, the sooner you will see results.

Sacramento Criminal Defense Attorney

At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we will do the heavy lifting for you. From paperwork, communication with third parties, and investigating, we are 100% dedicated to your case. Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney today for a free consultation. We are here to help.