Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

I just received a letter from the DA charging me with possession for a traffic stop that happened a year ago. The night I was stopped the cop told me if i would help them he would not arrest me. He took the evidence and gave me a name and number to call. When I called the officer told me that he said he would be in touch. I never heard from them again and now I'm being charged.Is this legal?


Asked on 10/17/11, 8:46 pm

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David M. Wallin Law Offices OF David M. Wallin

Its legal and happens all the time. I have yet to hear of a time law enforcement was good for their word when they arranged a deal of info in exchange for non-filing. I have been retained by people in your situation to make sure the narco guys are good for their word. NEVER believe the cops will be good for their word. Always retain an attorney to force them to be good for their word. Now that you have been filed on, get a lawyer....FAST. I wish you well........ David Wallin

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Answered on 10/17/11, 10:00 pm


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