When Should I Call A Criminal Lawyer? If you're asking when you should call a criminal lawyer, the correct answer is probably “now.” When you injure yourself, you can procrastinate on whether visiting the doctor is a necessity right away, however, if you're asking when to call a criminal lawyer, you are probably better off finding an attorney and calling them right away. There is never a wrong time to call a lawyer, the sooner the better to ensure you secure the best representation and that your rights are maintained throughout the case. Many people think it's a waste of money to call an attorney if they haven't been charged yet. But the truth is you are much better off contacting your criminal lawyer to discuss your case in more detail in the event you are charged. The Miranda warning tells you that you have a right to an attorney, take advantage of that right. Choose not to answer questions or do anything until your legal representation is present.
You are only read the Miranda warning when you are being charged with a crime. There is usually a lot of questioning that will take place before you are charged and taken into custody. If you are asked to come in for an interview, resist the temptation and ensure you have legal representation present to ensure you don't say anything that can be used against you. Detectives are known for misleading suspects during the pre-charge interviews. They may insinuate that you have carried out illegal activities. They may tell you that you have been implicated in a crime. They can confuse you and easily get you to incriminate yourself or someone else, playing the typical “good cop, bad cop” scenario that you see on television. In some instances, investigators are known to threaten the suspect with charges if they don't co-operate. Do not fall for this and ensure you choose to have legal representation present if you don't want to incriminate yourself or anyone else. When you are called in for a police interview, you’ll want to have your lawyer present. You want your lawyer by your side before you start to speak to the authorities. The
attorney will act as an intermediary between you and authorities, they have the right to decline the interview and you don't have to say anything. If the interview is in your best interest, your criminal attorney can be present to advise you on the acceptable questions and when you should plead the Fifth Amendment. Your attorney has experience with this and will be able to read the investigators, getting an idea of what information they are looking for, along with what your options are. Criminal investigations can be tricky and often the accused doesn't even know they are being investigated. Being a target of an investigation can have legal liabilities. Even as a witness, you can secure legal assistance to manage the investigation interviews. The investigations can be carried out by prosecutors, district attorneys, and police officers. Having a criminal lawyer can ensure you don't fall prey to one of these investigations. You will want to call a criminal lawyer if you are handed a search warrant. Search warrants are permission slips that are signed by a judge permitting police to look for evidence associated with a crime. The search warrant can be issued for home, work, car, storage lockers, computers, and any other area the investigators believe evidence may be stored or hidden.
About Us: John R Grasso is an attorney admitted to practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted to the Federal District Courts. He is a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court and has an experienced support team working at his side to help focus on securing a resolution in the shortest period. John Grasso represents criminal defendants on misdemeanors and felony charges throughout the area. He handles a wide range of cases daily including domestic violence cases, immigration disputes, DUI cases, robberies and so much more. To find out more, visit https://www.johngrassolaw.com.