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Criminal Defense
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handle traffic, misdemeanor, and felony cases in Municipal,
County, and District Courts. Traffic includes charges of D.U.I.
or D.W.A.I.
In
most traffic cases you have a date to appear, your first appearance
( which is usually 30days from the date the ticket was issued
). Don't miss that date, otherwise an arrest warrant will
probably be issued. In most instances a plea bargain can be
had depending on what happened, and the person's driving record.
With
D.U.I. cases it is important to request a hearing with a hearing
officer at the Department of Motor Vehicles if you had a breath
or blood test which was over .100 because you could lose your
license anywhere from 3 months to 1 year depending on whether
it is your 1st or 2nd offense.
Also
remember if you have been charged with a crime or are the
subject of an investigation you should exercise your right
to remain silent until you consult with an attorney -- your
5th amendment right. In addition remember a police officer
cannot search your car unless he has what is called probable
cause or there is some emergency. You can excercise your 4th
amendment right and not consent to a search of your home and/or
car without a warrant or some exigent circumstance.
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