Los Angeles Criminal Attorney
Los Angeles criminal attorney Douglas Miranda knows from experience how high the stakes are when a client faces a serious criminal accusation. With more than a decade of legal experience, he has handled over 5,000 criminal cases including death penalty cases, has litigated more than 1,000 motions, and has tried over 100 criminal cases before juries. It’s the kind of experience that teaches an attorney how to pick juries, negotiate with prosecutors, and offer the strongest possible arguments in a client’s defense.
IF YOU ARE STOPPED BY A POLICE OFFICER
Most people are frightened or intimidated when they are stopped by a police officer, and this is perfectly natural. No one wants to get into trouble with law enforcement. Sometimes, people however panic and do things that actually puts them in even more trouble. Talk to a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney after an arrest.
If you are stopped by a police officer who wants to question you, be courteous, and calm. Be polite all the time. Being polite can help you, while being hostile or aggressive could actually hurt you. Don’t disrespect the officer-he could arrest you.
Don’t try to run away from the scene of the scene. If the police officer wants to search you, inform him that you do not want to be searched. Remember, the officer may go ahead and search you anyway, but it is important for you to make it clear that you do not consent.
Be honest with police officers. Don’t make up stories, or offer long explanations.
Don’t fall into the trap of assuming that the police officers only want to question you and then let you go. Officers may try to intimidate you, because that is part of their job. Don’t be intimidated, and don’t lose your cool.
You have the right to remain silent – exercise it. This is a golden right that many people often forget when they panic after being stopped by a police officer. Remember, talking too much and offering explanations for why you are in a particular area may put you in trouble, when you were never in trouble before.
If police arrest you, exercise your right to legal counsel. Immediately get in touch with a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney. The first step will be to secure your release, and a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney can help your family members secure bail for you.