Derek B Simms

Derek B Simms's Answers (222)

Birmingham, AL

Criminal defense Lawyer at Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +4 more

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Can I even really be charged? What should I do?

Derek's answer | Answered on December 09, 2013

It is illegal to possess pseudoephedrine with the intent to use it for making meth. These are the elements of unlawful manufacturing in the second...

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How do I know if my right to a speedy trial has been violated?

Derek's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

There is case law stating that law enforcement cannot issue a warrant and just sit and wait indefinitely. If you were in hiding or on the run, the...

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