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Finding a Lawyer After an Arrest

Finding a lawyer should be your first priority if you have been arrested, especially if the crime is serious. He will be able to assist you with your statements to the police so that your words are not misunderstood or misinterpreted. The lawyer can also be of advice to family and friends regarding the bail process and whether it is a possibility.

Ask for recommendations for attorneys. Also, call the State Bar-certified lawyer referral service. Lawyers will be listed in the Yellow Pages under Attorneys. The state of California’s maintains a directory at the State Bar website www.calbar.org.

Referral lawyer services certified by the State Bar are available to assist you in finding the best lawyer for your situation. Generally, the consultations are a half-hour for a fee ranging from $25-50. They can help you decide which level of lawyer would be most adequate given your case. Because the fees vary, make sure to ask upfront what they will be.

In deciding upon a lawyer, understand exactly what services you will be paying, the total cost, and the time line in which the bill is expected to be paid. If you happen to be covered by a legal insurance plan, the plan might supply an attorney to represent you. Request a lawyer who specializes in criminal law.

What if you do not have the funds available to afford an attorney? Under the U. S. Constitution, an individual charged with a crime has the right to legal counsel. Therefore, a public defender or other attorney will be selected to represent you.

If you have been arrested and are seeking legal counsel, contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys of San Jose, California at the [firm-name] by calling [phone-number] today.