They won’t let me get a lawyer

July 23, 2019 (updated July 23, 2019)

They won’t let me get a lawyer

The govmt keeps harassing me and won’t let me get a lawyer or charge me with anything they are using voice to skull technology to force me to do things and I want to sue but won’t tell me agency or identify themselves when I ask plz help.

Richard’s Answer

You are certainly able to hire an attorney. You sound like you have a tough case and will be hard to find a good attorney. Get your head looked at by a doctor so you can present evidence to a lawyer to show you have a case.

Why would a person be sent to maximum security facility on a 5th degree possieson charge when in violation of probation agreement

July 22, 2019 (updated July 24, 2019)

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Question

My brother was arrested in 2010 for 5th degree possession.He has no prior offenses. He was sent to maximum security prison for 5 years

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer

That was the determination of the department of corrections, why, I do not know their reasoning.

Can a municipal court in missouri still charge you with the same offense if county prosectors denied charging?

July 22, 2019 (updated July 30, 2019)

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QUESTION

I was accused of invasion of privacy in a municipal district and when turned over to county prosecutors office they refused to pursue charges and sent it back down to municipal court?

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer

Yes they can, if both courts are of jurisdiction, one may make the charges within the statute of limitations.

Are public defenders reliable when fighting a criminal case? What are the pros and cons to then?

July 22, 2019 (updated August 30, 2021)

Are public defenders reliable when fighting a federal case? What are the pros and cons to then?

I am currently fighting a felony case with 9 counts and was appointed a public defender because at the time I couldn’t afford a private lawyer. It is a serious offense and seems like it could carry alot of time if convicted. Is it best to try and get my own defense lawyer or can a public defender get the same results?
This is my first offense

Kansas City Traffic Lawyer Richard Simons Answer

Public defenders get a bad rap. Many of them are fantastic and in court or trial more than private attorneys. That being said it will depend on their experience and case load. Low experience high case load means little time for your case.

How much trouble? And I am for assault on my wife

July 22, 2019 (updated July 22, 2019)

How much trouble? And I am for assault on my wife

Can my wife got into an argument got out of hand she put her hands on me other hand my hands on her how much jail time am I going to have to do or can I do something to get out of it

Richard’s Answer

Depends on if it is a municipal or state charge and what the level of the charge is. All assault charges can carry jail time.

How much jail time for assault?

July 22, 2019 (updated July 24, 2019)

Question

Me and my wife had gotten into it I got out of control I put my hands on her choke her how much jail time am I going to get if she does press charges ?

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons Answer

Depends on if it is municipal or a state charge and what level of charge. Also depends on the judge. All assault charges have the risk of jail time.

Restraining order

July 22, 2019 (updated July 23, 2019)

Question

This is concerning a long and drawn out family dispute. However, recently things have escalated and I am in a difficult situation. Basically, I’m accused of domestic abuse by my mother and have a restraining order next week. I never laid a hand on the woman. She waited until I walked into her house and started screaming for neighbors. I left and a couple hours later she had scratch marks on her neck and police were at my house. It may sound somewhat far fetched but, you don’t know my mother. I just would like to know how to be prepared for this hearing. I have a great deal of support from friends and family members who know her. I was thinking just go in on a positive note with character references instead of bringing up the reason this all started. Which was, my mother stole an automobile from my sisters partner. When the owner pursued legal action my mother swore she would see my twin sister and I in jail. I’m assuming it would be best if we go into that if they proceed with charges against me. What is your opinion?

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Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons answer

My first suggestion is to hire a lawyer. That being said, your question surrounds you going to a hearing for what I am guessing is a restraining order. My suggestion is to not contest the restraining order and basically say, “these accusations are false and my mother has issues.” The hearing you are going into surrounds specifically her not wanting to see you. If that is the case and there are possible future charges against you, then you do not want to be around her and it would be best if you avoid contact in any form.

How to get video surveillance from a police department camera?

July 22, 2019 (updated July 22, 2019)

How to get video surveillance from a police department camera?

An incident happened outside of the police department and a bank where someone accuse me of a crime I know there should be video surveillance from the police department that picked up the whole incident can I ask the police to preserve it or do I have to go through an attorney or is all police surveillance public domain

Richard’s Answer

Hire an attorney and get them to file a motion to preserve the evidence. This is a serious crime that could effect your life forever. Treat it that way.

My wife feigned assault when she came into our home with family to take stuff…should I be worried?

July 22, 2019 (updated July 23, 2019)

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Question

My wife showed up with family, moving van, and proceeded to come into our home, whisking past me when I went outside to find out the matter…family began taking things and I couldn’t stop them. Wife feigned that I pushed her down when nobody was around and started screaming. Another step daughter was taking items out of the house, and I tried to stop her, but she resisted my attempts…Police arrested me, and they both pressed assault charges against me, for putting my arms around my step daughter and ask her not to be taking things out of the house. Police report from officer says he will write that she forced the confrontation by having her and her family invade the house. Nothing was peaceful about her invasion…should I be worried?

Criminal Defense Lawyer, R. Christopher Simons answer.

Yes, you are possibly going to be charged with domestic assault, get a lawyer ASAP and have them help you during the investigation phase.

Can I get probation for a class d felony…possession of a control substance charge?

July 22, 2019 (updated July 22, 2019)

I have 2 previous convictions and completed drug court 2 years ago… Not currently on probation or parole

Richard’s Answer

Yes it can happen, I have done that for a few clients in the same spot. But it will depend on the judge and facts of the case.