Orange County Manslaughter Lawyer
Sometimes bad things happen to good people. We run a successful law practice on that premise. In a manslaughter case, this truism is often brought to light. Murder is premeditated; manslaughter is not. Accidents can happen, and good people can be accused of or charged with crimes they did not commit. They suddenly face serious homicide charges that if result in a conviction, result in potential lifetime imprisonment.
The Law Offices of Jacqueline Goodman is steadfast in building a homicide defense. Fullerton homicide defense attorney, Jacqueline Goodman, possesses the skills, resources and determination to arrive at the best possible outcome for her clients.
We Assemble an Effective Defense Strategy
Our Orange County manslaughter attorney is dedicated to protecting her clients' rights, freedoms, futures and lives. When a person faces manslaughter charges, their life is on the line. As your defense attorney, Jacqueline Goodman is fully prepared to protect your rights at trial. She is a skilled orator, a smart strategist and has full command of all types of evidence involved in manslaughter cases. With attorney Goodman on your side, your ideal defense strategy will be assembled.
The difference between murder and manslaughter is that murder involves intent, premeditation or deliberation. Manslaughter requires lack of intent. Further, it is categorized as voluntary manslaughter or involuntary manslaughter.
If it can be proved that the accused had a condition that affected their judgment, it can be shown that they had diminished responsibility, and manslaughter charges can be brought instead of murder. Examples of this include:
- Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Side-effects of medication
Contact a California Murder Defense Law Firm
For more information or to schedule a free consultation with skilled Orange County manslaughter lawyer Jacqueline Goodman, call us locally at 714-879-5770 or toll free at 800-515-0233. You can also contact us online.