| The Law of Unintended Consequences -- Could Tiger Woods' Wife be Facing Criminal Charges? What You Need to Know |
| Sportsfan or not, many of us have heard about Tiger Woods' traffic accident in the early morning hours yesterday. While the details of the incident are not fully known, it seems that Tiger was not out making an emergency diaper run in the middle of the night. The following report appeared on FOXNEWS Online today. Celebrity Web site TMZ claimed Woods was confronted by Elin with the report that he had been seeing New York night club hostess Rachel Uchitel. The argument grew heated, and according to TMZ’s source, she scratched his face up. He then beat a hasty retreat to his SUV, with her following behind with a golf club. She reportedly used the club on the golfer's vehicle. Woods, then, reportedly became distracted, causing the car crash. So what happens now? As too many learn, once the police become involved, "all bets are off." Could Elin ultimately be charged with domestic violence if she scratched his face -- here in California a violation of Penal Code Section 273.5(a), or even assault and battery if she hit Tiger's car with a golf club -- here a violation of Penal Code Sections 242 and 243? The holidays tend to ratchet up everyone's emotions. Most, appropriately, are thankful. Others become overwhelmed by stress for any number of reasons. This may be the case with Tiger Woods and his wife, Elin. As a criminal defense attorney, I have seen the end result of the police being called to a residence to moderate a dispute. Guess what? Invariably, and many times as an unintended consequence, someone gets arrested. I have heard countless PSA's (public service announcements) this week. The message has been clear and consistent; Don't drink and drive. But what about everything else? What should a person do when they themselves or their loved ones let their emotions get the better of them and they do things, maybe commit criminal activity, that otherwise would be inconceivable? Whether it's a petty theft, a d.u.i., a case of domestic violence, vandalism, etc., you must protect your rights to ensure that you avoid the most serious of unintended consequences. At the Law Offices of Richard M. Sudar, we fight everyday to ensure that you get justice. We understand that everyone must be given the benefit of the doubt and treated with the utmost respect. We also realize that people make mistakes. Incidents, allegations can happen with anyone, Tiger Woods and everybody else. So, whether you are in Ventura County, the Inland Empire, Los Angeles County, Orange County, or San Diego County, help is just a quick phone call away. Do not talk to the police without talking with us first. I am Richard Sudar and I can be reached directlly at (310) 277-4112. You can also simply click here for immediate assistance. |
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Posted By Richard Sudar on November 28, 2009 11:14 pm | Permalink  |