Questions answered by Deirdre Lynn O'Connor

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How do I find a good criminal defense lawyer for my son who is being held and implicated in a murder?

Deirdre's answer | Answered on November 14, 2009

Generally speaking, you should interview at least three lawyers so that you have a basis for comparison. Depending on the facts, you will want to...

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What is the max jail time for a first time criminal offender of Robbery in the state of California?

Deirdre's answer | Answered on November 14, 2009

Given that this is eyewitness identification case, you will want a lawyer that is experienced and has successfully litigated eyewitness...

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My husband got arrested in california and being held in custody for in nevada how do they have to pick him up from CA.

Deirdre's answer | Answered on November 11, 2009

30 days.

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How should i go about finding a good defense attorney in the bay area??

Deirdre's answer | Answered on November 11, 2009

Another approach is to ask someone who recently used a lawyer and was very pleased with their work. Personally, I would recommend Alexander...

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My friend is in jail for grand theft but he was a passenger in the car. He had nothing to do with the property in the car.

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 26, 2009

Unfortunately, innocence is seldom enough to make the case go away. Absolutely, your friend needs a lawyer - a good trial lawyer will know how to...

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My sister has been sentenced to 14 years to life for a crime she did not commit, how do we retain a legal team?

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 22, 2009

My focus is on innocence cases. I'm interested in speaking with you. Please contact me and we can discuss this further.

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My fiance is in prison for a crime he did not commit guilty man says appeal it supeneoa me and ill tell them it was me

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 07, 2009

There are two avenues of post-conviction relief once a prisoner has been sentenced: first, your fiancé can file a direct appeal (must file notice...

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If the judge allready gave me his verdict could i reopen my case

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 06, 2009

If, through the fault of the interpreter, the lawyer, or the court you did not understand your constitutional rights, the possible defenses to the...

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Need help finding lawyer for my son for probation violation

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 06, 2009

If you are going to use Avvo to find a lawyer, please don't put too much stock on the rating alone. These are subjective and, frankly, can be...

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Fiancee charged with Grand Theft and Counterfeiting

Deirdre's answer | Answered on September 06, 2009

I really can't understand the counterfeiting charge based on the facts you have provided. As for the grand theft, the state will need to prove...

Deirdre Lynn O'Connor's Answers (1339)

How do I find a good criminal defense lawyer for my son who is being held and implicated in a murder?

What is the max jail time for a first time criminal offender of Robbery in the state of California?

My husband got arrested in california and being held in custody for in nevada how do they have to pick him up from CA.

How should i go about finding a good defense attorney in the bay area??

My friend is in jail for grand theft but he was a passenger in the car. He had nothing to do with the property in the car.

My sister has been sentenced to 14 years to life for a crime she did not commit, how do we retain a legal team?

My fiance is in prison for a crime he did not commit guilty man says appeal it supeneoa me and ill tell them it was me

If the judge allready gave me his verdict could i reopen my case

Need help finding lawyer for my son for probation violation

Fiancee charged with Grand Theft and Counterfeiting