Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

As a Former DA, I would need to go through the police reports and do some investigation into the matter. If you have a lawyer, ask him these questions. If you don't, then posting here is not very helpful for you. You need to speak with an experienced attorney. I wish you well....David

What are July Fourth rights? The right to use firecrackers?

If you have a search waiver, then they can search your stuff without you being present. Yes, your wife does have rights, but because of your search terms, the police can search your stuff as well as the areas you have access to (including the bedroom, closets, common areas, etc.

You need a good criminal defense attorney. I'd strongly suggest you find someone who focuses on criminal law and who routinely practices in the court where this case will be heard.

Please pardon any typos - posted via mobile device.

You lost your right to object to searches of your person, vehicle, residence or any area you occupy. That is what a "Fourth Amendment Waiver" means when on probation or parole.

If you've been talking to police and prosecutors, and going through the system without counsel, you have made serious mistakes already. If you have an attorney, you should be talking to him for informed answers. We know nothing about your case or facts, and can give no legal advice except to clients, only general hints and tips.

If serious about hiring counsel to help in this, and if this is in SoCal courts, feel free to contact me. I�ll be happy to help fight and get the best outcome possible, using whatever defenses and sympathies there may be.