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If I've been contacted by law enforcement do I need to talk to them or contact a lawyer first?
Never talk to law enforcement without talking to a lawyer first. Always be polite to law enforcement and tell them you're happy to talk with them further, but only after you've consulted a legal professional. Talking to law enforcement on any level—whether state or federal—can be very detrimental to any defenses you may have if they decide to investigate further. That is why it's imperative to work with an experienced criminal defense attorney in Dallas to dictate the parameters of any conversation you have with law enforcement.
If I think I may be being investigated for an offense how can I find out?
A lawyer with a lot of experience generally has lots of contacts in law enforcement—both in the state arena and the federal arena—and can reach out to gather unofficial information to determine if you're in fact under investigation. If you're looking for a recommended criminal defense attorney in Dallas, The Linder Firm provides experienced legal representation to help navigate state or federal investigations. Protecting your rights as early as possible is critical, especially considering that, according to the United States Sentencing Commission (USSC), rather than proceeding to trial, roughly 97% of federal criminal cases result in a conviction through plea deals negotiated prior to trial.
If I find out that I have a warrant what should I do?
Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney in Dallas immediately. An experienced lawyer can find out the specifics of the warrant and often negotiate a pre-arranged bond and self-surrender, which allows you to take care of the bond on your own schedule rather than risk being arrested and spending several days in jail waiting for a bond to be set.
If I or my business receives a target letter from a federal agency or a call or personal visit from a federal agent, what should I do?
Be polite and tell them you're happy to visit with them, but you need to get in touch with your attorney first. An experienced criminal defense and drug crimes attorney in Dallas can contact them to determine which United States Attorney is running the case and set up the proper parameters for any future meeting.
If an officer or agent ever asks to see my phone, should I comply?
Absolutely not! Never give any law enforcement agent access to your phone on any grounds without a warrant. If you're facing investigation or charges, consult an experienced criminal defense or DWI/DUI attorney in Dallas immediately to protect your constitutional rights.