Question 1

Do I have to hire a defense attorney?

Accepted Answer

You are not required to hire a defense attorney. However, legal proceedings are often confusing and intimidating to face alone. A competent attorney will give you the best possible chance of a positive outcome.

Question 2

When should I call an attorney?

Accepted Answer

There are many reasons to call an attorney: you have been arrested, you are being investigated for a crime, you have been injured in an accident, you have been accused of a crime, or you are asked to sign a contract.

Question 3

Should I talk to the police officer after I am arrested?

Accepted Answer

Speaking to a police officer following an arrest is ill-advised. Many individuals are unaware that they do not have to answer or confess to a questioning officer. You have the right to remain silent and the right to a lawyer.

Question 4

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor charge?

Accepted Answer

Misdemeanors are usually classified as crimes punishable by up to a year of jail time, but no more. Felonies are more serious with punishments that vary and usually correspond to the severity of the crime.

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