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Frequently Asked Questions

What are my rights when charged with a crime?

You have the right to remain silent, to hear charges brought against you and to present evidence on your behalf. You have the right to be free of unreasonable search and seizure. You also have the right to select an Orlando criminal lawyer.

When the police arrest me, what should I do?

Always be polite and answer all questions about your identity and home address. Do not answer any questions about what you have been doing, where you were, where you are going, or anything else that may be used as evidence later on. Never lie, simply tell the officers you are exercising your right to silence.

Should I answer questions asked by police at the station?

It all depends. Never answer any questions without your Orlando criminal attorney present.

When the police fail to read me my rights, will the case be dropped?

No. However, anything you said without being informed of your right to remain silent may be struck from the record.

I qualify for a free public defender. Why would I pay for my own attorney?

When you hire your own Orlando criminal defense lawyer, like those available at The Law Office of The Orlando Criminal Attorney, you can be assured that your attorney will do everything possible to defend your rights. While public defenders are great, they often have too many clients to provide the utmost attention to each individual they represent.

Do I need an attorney if I want to plead guilty?

Yes, for two reasons. First off, most citizens cannot recognize technical rights violations that can easily result in suppressed evidence in court, and often in dropped charges. If you overlook these rights violations and plead guilty, you may be punished unnecessarily.

Additionally, most prosecutors will not negotiate a plea bargain with an individual, but they may when the individual is represented by a top Orlando criminal attorney. This means that while you may plead guilty, you may also serve the minimum possible sentence.