Accused of a crime? Is this the first time you are in this predicament and seriously do not know what to do?
It is time for you to stop panicking and understand some of the legality of the matter. With the right advice, you will be able to get through this adversity.
Being falsely accused of a crime is very traumatic on its own. If this is the first time you are being dragged into such a catastrophic situation, thinking logically wouldn’t always be your forte. However, these are five defense strategies you should know from the get-go.
These defense strategies are suggested by top criminal lawyers from well-known firms. So, here is your best criminal defense strategy if you are ever caught in such a situation.
1. Call A Lawyer
If you call a lawyer, half of your tension is automatically transferred to their shoulder. Yes, for that, they need to be a good lawyer with the correct track record. It is almost impossible to navigate your case without the right lawyer.
For example, you have to know your rights, what exactly you should be saying and what you shouldn’t, depending on how well the lawyer is teaching you. If you are already getting tangled in an unfortunate business and you find yourself on the suspect list, call a lawyer right away.
2. Do Not Talk To The Opposite Party
This is not the time to test the power of humanity. If you think you can talk them out of withdrawing the case against you, then you are wrong. It almost never happens, and you need to let the lawyer do all the talking.
There is a possibility that you are worsening the case against you by giving them more evidence to present to the court. The victims or the opposition party are off limits, and you shouldn’t be conversing with them during the case.
3. Try To Recall Evidence
Try to recall every move of yours from the time that the unfortunate incident happened. Get your alibi straight and give your lawyer the names of the collaborators. Yes, it is the job of your lawyer to find the evidence since you cannot investigate your own case as well as a professionally trained lawyer can.
However, you should give your lawyer enough help which can help them go to the places, investigate, analyze the loopholes, and form a strong case for you. No matter what you do, do not try and destroy the other evidence against you because if you are caught because this can lead to very serious felony charges.
4. Know The Law
It doesn’t matter whether you are innocent or guilty. No one should be forcing you to confess to you something with threat or pressure. If any police officer is doing so, you should immediately lodge a complaint.
Plus, you should have your lawyer at all times during an interrogation. They understand the tricks police officers use to get a confession better, and they should be able to prevent you from answering a question in a way that will harm you.
5. Take It Seriously
Yes, you need to take this case seriously. Putting all your trust in the singular fact that you are innocent is really not enough. You have to work to prove your innocence. Yes, it’s true you are not guilty until proven, but an accused is not viewed as innocent to a police officer who is desperate to gather enough information to charge you with a serious crime.
The officers will try to drill you during interrogation, and any sense of defeat or outburst will be taken into consideration. So, you have to be serious about this predicament you are in and be focused.
6. Get Your Story Straight!
Bleeding into the last point, great criminal defense lawyers always tell their clients that they should take thier case seriously. Yes, it will be time and money-consuming, and just being innocent isn’t enough to get charges dropped or a not guilty verdict at trial.
Yes, it is not just about standing for your trial and saying all the right answers. It is about understanding the law and working accordingly. This might seem harsh in times of distress, but it is better to get these truths out in the open so that you are prepared.
Call me today if you want a serious defense to prove your innocence in court. I know how to get results! Call me now at 616-438-6719 to talk about defense strategies that will work for you.