A criminal defendant can always hire private counsel to completely take over representation.

His advice is correct. Sounds like that "case" isn't going anywhere fast..... Listen to your lawyer.

It's possible they could be considered to be possessing or distributing child pornography.

Yes, lawyers often talk "smack" about their clients--that doesn't mean they don't represent them zealously. Since you're not the one holding a...

Call your local police (non-emergency number) and report the alleged conduct.

Can't speak for the police officer, but I have to assume he counted the money. Perhaps you're misinformed.

It's certainly not ILLEGAL. Nurses (of any gender) are accustomed to seeing other people's "private parts." It's not a big deal, so to speak...

Coin flips are often used to resolve difficult situations.

Ask the seller to remove it and to provide a recent smog check as well.

You may tell law enforcement whatever you wish, but unless you actually assisted him, it's not your fault.