Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

911 calls and witnesses

I called 911 after walking infront of truck i got hit by it. The guy jumped out and we started fighting.

i have 3.. 911 calls... me, the person giving play by play telling 911 he just jumped out who was in the car behind him. And 1 other lady too.

1 witness told police i punched through the window. The person i was in a fight from did not even say that.. the police told my witness to leave without getting there statement.

he got the 1 witness to write a statement..which is not even close to corrct... and he took me to jail for a Burglary and simple battery

I have the 911 calls on cd.. and a blurry video.

Do i need to hire an attorney.. or can a public defender help me therough this.


Asked on 4/26/09, 8:18 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: 911 calls and witnesses

The charges are serious and you face felony conviction and prison time. Public defenders are lawyers who only represent indigent people. The court will only appoint a public defender if you qualify financially. It is always best if possible to hire the lawyer of your choice, not who the court appoints. My office is in West Palm Beach, feel free to contact me regarding representation.

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Answered on 4/26/09, 8:25 pm
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: 911 calls and witnesses

The charges are serious and you face felony conviction and prison time. Public defenders are lawyers who only represent indigent people. The court will only appoint a public defender if you qualify financially. It is always best if possible to hire the lawyer of your choice, not who the court appoints. My office is in West Palm Beach, feel free to contact me regarding representation.

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Answered on 4/26/09, 8:26 pm


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