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If Arrested
This guide is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. To speak to an attorney, call (800) 459-2500.
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If you have been arrested of a crime, you have a right to an attorney, and you have a right to a fair, speedy trial.
It is strongly recommended that you always use an experienced criminal attorney and never defend yourself in a criminal trial. There are countless legal traps and loopholes that can result in unfair convictions and severe sentences.
If you cannot afford a private attorney, you have the right to a court-appointed public defender. However, even a public defender is not free. Depending on the circumstances, you may be required to pay for the defense at the conclusion of your trial.
Moreover, public defenders or court-appointed attorneys are often overburdened and cannot always devote the time that your case requires. No two cases are alike, and each defendant needs and deserves the full commitment of his or her defense lawyer.
The ideal situation is to hire a private attorney with whom you feel comfortable. Do not wait for the court to appoint an attorney for you. Whether you hire United Defense Group or another law firm, you must get an attorney immediately.
Until you have an attorney, do not speak to anyone. Exercise your consitutionally guaranteed right not to incriminate yourself. Do not answer any questions.
It is human nature to want to defend yourself when accused of a crime. Most people who incriminate themselves do so by trying to explain or defend themselves to the arresting officer or judge at their arraignment. Resist this temptation! Anything that you say can and will be used against you, and even the most seemingly innocent questions from a friendly law enforcement officer can severely damage your ability to defend yourself.
Click here to learn more about the criminal process and what you can expect after your arrest.
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IMPORTANT!
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PRE-FILE ALERT:
Don't Wait Until You Are Arrested!
If you even suspect that you may be charged with a crime, speak to an attorney now!
Very often before formal charges are filed, there is an investigation. Law enforcement tries to gather as much evidence as possible to build their case against you. This is the pre-file stage of a case.
This pre-file period can be the most crucial stage of a criminal case. Since you haven't been arrested, you don't have any Miranda Rights. This is when most people fall into law enforcement traps designed to destroy their legal case.
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APPEALS ALERT!
Blakely v. Washington May
Give You a Second Chance
If you or someone you know was sentenced after 1998 (if the conviction was appealed) or 2000 (if there was no appeal), the new United States Supreme Court decision in Blakely vs. Washington may provide a second chance to review your sentence!
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