Private attorney vs. public defender
It is largely an issue of money. If you can afford private counsel, get one. Public Defenders are very good, but often have many, many cases. ...
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Criminal defense Lawyer at Calabasas, CA
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It is largely an issue of money. If you can afford private counsel, get one. Public Defenders are very good, but often have many, many cases. ...
It does depend on the contract. But it may also depend on the state bar rules and how much work the attorney has already done.
You can discuss the matter with a plaintiff's attorney, but you don't appear to have a great deal of damages--one night in jail?
You should get authority from your son and discuss the matter with his attorney.
You should try to get an attorney to appear an request a postponement or at least contact the court, but be prepared to show solid proof.
Cops aren't mind readers. However, in any event, you should get a lawyer to review all your potential defenses.
You should get an attorney. Based on the criminal nature of the proceeding, you might get appointed counsel. . .
You should consult with a plaintiff's lawyer for this .
Felony murder, or some South Carolina version of it. He made the mistake of his life. It will cost him dearly.
First offense or second, he should be getting an attorney, immediately.