No one ever even thinks of talking with a criminal lawyer until they need one. Usually it takes some fairly large disaster such as a DUI, bar fight, or drug charge before a person will seek out the services or advice of a criminal lawyer. Truthfully, there is no better time to talk with a criminal lawyer than before any trouble ever happens.

Speed and Efficiency in Emergency Situations

DUI’s and sporting event fights that get out of hand can turn legally troublesome in seconds flat. A lawyer you are already familiar with doesn’t have to waste any time getting straight in to talk to police and prosecutors, as well as preserve and document evidence. If you have already hired legal representation, there is no delay to a speedy trial.

Questioning Begins

Have you noticed your friends, coworkers, employers, neighbors, or even family have been questioned by the authorities about you? Has anyone told you that they were approached with unusual questions pertaining to you or your life? This is a great time to get legal advice from a criminal attorney. You do not know for sure what is going on, but you want to be prepared if anything happens.

You Get Questioned

If you are asked to come in for questioning, or are stopped in public or at your home, always deny the request to make a statement. Police have been known to convolute, change and downright manipulate any statements given without a lawyer present. If you are absolutely innocent of the crime, you will need to make sure all your statements are properly documented. If there is some question to your innocence, a criminal lawyer can assure you are properly represented and afforded all your legal rights.

It is always the right time to talk to a criminal lawyer. Any event can turn criminal before you realize what has happened, even if you are just an innocent bystander. The Slaughter Law Firm, P.C. can help with that.