Attorney Michael Aaron Goldstein's Legal Cases

DUI and DWI

Charges Dismissed in DUI Arrest involving Traffic Collision

Feb 03, 2015

OUTCOME: DUI Drugs Charges Dismissed

My client was arrested after hitting a parked vehicle. When LAPD officers arrived, our client appeared under the influence of drugs and admitted to taking SOMA and Xanax. The client agreed to a blood ... draw which confirmed the existence of these drugs. DUI charges were filed by the City Attorney. I negotiated a disposition wherein the DUI charges were dismissed and the prosecutor agreed to a plea to a speed contest and reduced fine. No DUI classes or community service were required.

DUI and DWI

DUI Charges Dismissed

Jan 15, 2015

OUTCOME: DUI Charges Dismissed

Michael's client was charged with DUI following a CHP traffic stop and arrest wherein the client was driving 110mph on the freeway while smoking marijuana. The client admitted he had just smoked weed a ... nd a search revealed a pocket full of Xanax and substantial amount of cash. Notwithstanding the fact the client told the CHP officer he was a rapper, signed to a major label and financially stable, he profiled the client as a drug dealer and recommended that the prosecutor also file a drug sales charge. As the vehicle was being impounded, our client assured the officer that he "would have his car out immediately as he had the week before." Michael negotiated a plea deal that resulted in the dismissal of the DUI and drug charges and the client pled to an exhibition of a speed with 20 NA meetings and a fine.

DUI and DWI

DUI Charge Dismissed

Jan 14, 2015

OUTCOME: DUI Charge Dismissed

Michael's client was charged with a DUI following a traffic collision with a BAC of almost 2x the legal limit. I Michael negotiated a plea deal that included the dismissal of the DUI charge and a plea ... to a reduced charge with no jail.

Criminal defense

No Charges Filed in Vehicular Manslaughter Investigation

Dec 10, 2014

OUTCOME: No Charges Filed

Los Angeles Superior Court - In this high profile case, LAPD and media outlets originally reported the Sunset Blvd collision as a "high speed collision involving an extremely rare and powerful 2005 For ... d GT sports car." Our investigation immediately uncovered a video from a nearby residence that provided conclusive proof that my client was traveling at or below the posted speed limit. Following several inspections, our experts uncovered a mechanical defect that had been widely reported in blogs related to this particular Ford GT. The experts concluded that it was this defect that ultimately caused the tragic accident. The City Attorney agreed and declined to file charges.

Criminal defense

Drug Charges Dismissed Following Suppression Motion

Jul 09, 2014

OUTCOME: Charges Dismissed

Michael’s client was charged with possession of methamphetamine as well as possession of a pipe. The client had a prior drug conviction but was offered drug diversion to keep with the conviction off hi ... s record. Michael advised his client not to accept the offer. Thereafter, Michael filed a motion to suppress that challenged the traffic stop, detention and search of the vehicle. Upon cross-examination, the two officers contradicted each other about significant facts relating to the stop, detention and search of the vehicle. Specifically, the officers admitted that a pill bottle recovered and used to establish probable cause to detain and handcuff all three passengers was a valid prescription for a antibiotic. The officers failed to include this fact in their arrest report. At the conclusion of the hearing and before the Judge reached a decision, the prosecutor offered the client a “trespass” with no jail or community service. Both drug charges were dismissed.

Criminal defense

Attempted Murder & Robbery Charges Dismissed - San Fernando Superior Court

May 15, 2014

OUTCOME: Charges Dismissed

My client was arrested and charged with multiple counts of Attempted Murder, Assault and Robbery and faced life in prison. The client was accused of placing an ad for iPhone 5 cell phones on Craig's ... List and thereafter orchestrating the robbery and shooting of the alleged victims once they showed up at a pre-determined location. One of the alleged victims were shot and ended up at Holy Cross Hospital where LAPD were immediately summoned. The client's family retained Michael A. Goldstein after the he was contacted by LAPD regarding a shooting. The client was adamant that there was no Craig's List ad and that he had contacted the alleged victims via Instagram in response to an ad offering employment. He thereafter assisted the alleged victims in the purchase of several iPhones at various stores using his own ID, Social Security number and credit. He was paid $300 and dropped off at home. A couple of weeks later, he was contacted again but did not want to work again. The alleged victims showed up at his house and once again asked the client to help them. However, one of the victims told the client that they had been involved in a altercation with some people just prior to arriving at his house and appeared agitated. As the client walked away from their vehicle, they sped away. The client was contacted by LAPD and he told them he knew nothing about a Craig's List ad or shooting. A few weeks later, the client was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder and Robbery. Michael advised LAPD that the Craig's List ad was false and provided details as to the cell phone purchases and prior contact between the client and alleged victims which contradicted the version told by the alleged victims. LAPD did nothing and refused to follow up and obtain the video surveillance footage that would confirm their victims were lying. Michael sent his investigator to track down the surveillance footage which ultimately cleared his client of any wrongdoing. Rather than further investigate the alleged victims or arrest arrest them for lying to police officers or engaging in cell phone fraud or identity theft, LAPD Detective John Guerrero told the LA Times: "They are all guilty of something." Go figure.

Criminal defense

Drug Charges Dismissed after 26 Years

Apr 09, 2014

OUTCOME: Charges Dismissed

Los Angeles Superior Court - Michael negotiated the dismissal of all charges against his client 26 years after he fled the jurisdiction following his initial court appearance fearing deportation. For t ... he past 26 years, the client lived a crime and drug free life with only occasional visits by his children and grandchildren who reside in the United States. Given this result, he can now seek a visa and be reunited with his family. Another classic example of how the "war on drugs" has failed us miserably.

DUI and DWI

No Jail in 3rd DUI with .34/.35 blood alcohol level

Mar 12, 2014

OUTCOME: Negotiated case with no jail time

Michael's client, just 12 months into her probation for her second DUI was arrested while passed out behind the wheel of her car in the middle of an intersection. With a blood alcohol level of .34/.35, ... the officer asked her why she was driving and she responded "because I am stupid." Though creative negotiating, Michael resolved the case without jail and some much needed time in rehab and sober living.

Criminal defense

1st Degree Murder Charges Dismissed in Gang Killing

Mar 01, 2013

OUTCOME: Dismissal

Michael Goldstein's client, an admitted gang member, was charged as the shooter in an two defendant execution-style murder. Michael moved for a separate trial for his client. The co-defendant was convi ... cted and sentenced to 55 years to life. After 4 years of litigation, Michael's negotiated an agreement whereby his client pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of voluntary manslaughter and received a 16 year sentence.

Michael Aaron Goldstein's Legal Cases (29)

Charges Dismissed in DUI Arrest involving Traffic Collision

DUI Charges Dismissed

DUI Charge Dismissed

No Charges Filed in Vehicular Manslaughter Investigation

Drug Charges Dismissed Following Suppression Motion

Attempted Murder & Robbery Charges Dismissed - San Fernando Superior Court

Drug Charges Dismissed after 26 Years

No Jail in 3rd DUI with .34/.35 blood alcohol level

1st Degree Murder Charges Dismissed in Gang Killing