What kind of lawyer do I need to fight US border charges?

Asked about 1 year ago - Canada, KY

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Was detained at US border crossing from Canada with less than a gram of marijuana found in the car I was driving. This happened 10 years ago and have only now had the courage to look into it.

Detained for approx. 8 hours, was never read rights, did not plead guilty, taken to a judge's house in the middle of the night and paid a fine of $400 and turned back into Canada. That's it.

Was recently in touch with the US consulate and they have on file that I was charged with drug trafficking and plead guilty. While attempting to get the actual documents today from the border crossing, the border agent I spoke with told me the charge was ridiculous for something so minute and I should hire a US attorney to fight it.

What kind of lawyer do I need? Also, am not US or Canadian citizen.

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    Louisville Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered May 04, 2012 15:28. You need imput from an Immigration and Criminal Defense lawyer experienced in this area. There are attorneys experienced in this type of law. Locate one near you for advice.

    I am trying to give you a general answer to your question. We do not have an attorney-client relationship by this... more

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    Jacksonville Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered May 04, 2012 15:35. You need an experienced immigration attorney who also has experience in criminal defense.
    That's right up my alley.

    Kyndra L Mulder, Esquire
    MulderLawOffice.com
    (904) 296-7702

  3. Union Criminal Defense Attorney
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    Answered May 06, 2012 06:54. I agree with both my colleagues. You need an attorney versed in both area. I suggest you retain such an attorney from the district where this is to be heard. Such an attorney knows the Court in the area and the AUSA involved.

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    Philadelphia Immigration Attorney
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    Answered May 06, 2012 08:56. Immigration lawyer but one who does defense of criminal alien matters.

    An attorney-client relationship is not formed by my responses to questions on Avvo. My responses are not intended... more

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