Legal Question in Criminal Law in Arizona
Not allowed a police report
After son was caught selling marj.at school I was asked 4 times permission to search the house.I said no all 4 times the 5 time being asked and me saying no I was told I was detained for the next 3 hours while a search warrent was gotten. I said thats fine but I need to call babysitter to let her know im going to be longer I was told no so I gave consent to search.2 officers went to the house prior to myslf and other officers arrived the babysitter was search and they found a vile of meth and glass pipe in her purse. they let her go and charged me with it.I have court in 9 more days.I have been told no by the county records department that the prossacuting attorney said I am not allowed access to my police report or any of my files.I need to know just exactuly what im charged with befor I go to court. is this legal.I am also told the police have 3wks. after an arrainment to file a police report.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Not allowed a police report
You need legal representation. This is too serious a matter for you to attempt to represent yourself. There is the potential for a felony conviction and jail time in the charges you describe. Consult a criminal lawyer in your town. He will know what to do. You are entitled to 'discovery' from the State prior to trial, which includes the police report, which is a public record. Get a professional on your team - you need one.
Re: Not allowed a police report
the facts your present suggest major search and seizure issues. you need to get representation immediately so that they can be addressed quickly. As to the police report, Arizona law dictates that they are public records. Go to the police department, fill out their forms, and you will get a copy. They may charge a small fee. (10 bucks or less usually)
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