Speaking with the DA is mandatory only when you’re testifying – answering questions from the witness stand, under oath. That’s the only situation where a district attorney can compel witnesses to speak. …
Criminal Defense
Don’t Surrender Your Smartphone
Your smartphone might contain evidence that could be used to prove you committed crimes, even if you think it doesn’t. Don’t let police search it. …
Don’t Fall for Fake Check Scam
When someone asks you to deposit their check into your bank account, you are the target of a “fake check scam”. You risk being victimized twice: first by the scammer, then by the police. …
Your Right to a Speedy Trial
When the District Attorney violates your right to a speedy trial the charges against you get dismissed – your case is over; sealed; a legal nullity – even if the prosecutor possesses strong evidence tending to prove guilt. …
Limitations of Sealed Criminal Records
Sealed criminal records are designed to protect your privacy. Unfortunately, these well-intended laws provide only limited protection. …
The Grand Jury: Should You Testify?
When you understand how the the grand jury process works, you can properly weigh the risk of testifying against the risk of not testifying. …