Frequent Questions
Q: Do I need a lawyer?
Answer: To decide whether you need a lawyer, you should schedule a consultation to discuss your matter with an attorney that handles your type of legal issues. A lawyer will be able to analyze the facts that you provide to him or her and give you a preliminary opinion. Sometimes the cost to have a lawyer handle your case outweighs the possible benefits. You will have to decide whether the advice, guidance and assistance of a well trained legal professional is worth the cost. Also, remember that those who cannot afford an attorney are entitled to have an attorney appointed to represent them in criminal cases. Some legal services organizations will represent individuals and organizations at reduced rates or for free (“pro bono“).
Q: Can my lawyer tell other people what I tell them?
Answer: Generally, no. The relationship between a lawyer and a client is protected by the attorney-client privilege. A privilege is a legal rule that allows a party to prevent certain information from being used as evidence in court. In addition to the protection provided by the attorney-client privilege, ethical rules also require lawyers to keep all matters relating to a client’s case confidential, which means that the attorney cannot discuss anything about the case with anyone outside of his staff without the approval of the client. There are some very limited exceptions, which your attorney can explain. For example, if an attorney learns that a client is planning to cause serious injury or death to someone, the attorney may provide that information to authorities in order to prevent someone from being hurt.
Q: How does a criminal trial work?
Answer: Lear about criminal trial procedures by clicking here.
Q: What should I do if the police stop me or want to question me?
Answer: Learn about how to deal with the police by clicking here. KNOW YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS BY CLICKING HERE!
Q: How do DUI and DWI laws work?
Answer: Click here to learn more about DUI and DWI laws.
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