Have You Been Accused Of A Crime?
Criminal Lawyer Oscar Garcia Can Help

The Accusation

Is someone accusing you of committing a crime? Have you been contacted by the police wanting to talk to you because a report has been filed accusing you of doing something wrong? Have you already spoken to the police about an accusation and the police want to interview you further? Have you been asked by the police to take a lie detector test? Have you been cited to appear in court by a police officer? Have you been arrested by the police and booked at the county jail? Has your home been searched by the police because they had a warrant?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then it may be that you will be facing criminal charges. You should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. The attorney will discuss what your rights are and explain all of your options. Any individual who is facing any type of criminal allegation will benefit from consulting a criminal defense attorney. It is never too late to speak to an attorney about your legal problem.

Accused & Charged

Your criminal case can begin in several different ways. If you have already been arrested or cited to appear in court, then formal charges may be filed against you by the prosecutor. At this point it is important that you consult with a criminal defense attorney to go over what your rights are and what options you may have in your situation.

The criminal court system can be extremely overwhelming and stressful for people and their families. By consulting with a criminal defense attorney before your first court appearance, you will appear in court with the knowledge and understanding of the proceedings against you at your first court appearance and beyond.

Accused, But Not Charged Pending An Investigation

If you have not been cited to appear in court or arrested, but have been contacted by the police because they would like to speak to you, then your situation may be a "pre-charge matter". In this situation, the police may be conducting an investigation and formal charges may not have been filed yet.

To speak or not speak to the police is a very important decision of yours. It is very important that you consult with a criminal defense attorney first before speaking to the police. An attorney can explain to you what your actual rights are, what options you will have in this particular situation, and determine the best course of action to be taken in order to protect your rights.

It is very important that you understand what your rights are and know all options before you decide to either speak or not speak to the police. You have the Constitutional right to remain silent, which means you don't have to talk to the police or that you can have your attorney present to assist you if you decide to speak to the police. This early decision may have a monumental impact on your case.