Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Do I need a lawyer

I was a school volunteer for 14 years at the same school. I was told by the principal I can no longer volunteer being that a tecaher came to him nad said a girl in the 7th grade said I kissed in her in the mouth.This was said to me @ 1 month ago.I then recieved a letter Thanking me for my volunteer services but I no longer can volunteer at this school.1 monthlater I recieved a call from a dective who wolud like to to interogate me on 6/3/08.I how do proceed from here do I go alone or witha lawyer? I live on a fixed income and I'm male 62 yrs of age. Please help soon. Never had trouble with law, I'm really not sure under what catagory this falls under. you can speak to my wife--name removed--Hernandez


Asked on 5/29/08, 2:52 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: Do I need a lawyer

HIRE A LAWYER IMMEDIATELY! in general the police do not have you best interest in mind when wanting to interview, and you want to ensure that your rights are absolutely protected...

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Answered on 5/29/08, 7:30 pm
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: Do I need a lawyer

HIRE A LAWYER IMMEDIATELY! in general the police do not have you best interest in mind when wanting to interview, and you want to ensure that your rights are absolutely protected...

If you would like to get a little more information on how the system works listen to my free podcast at cgonzalezlawfirm.podbean.com

and feel free to contact us for a free consultation to duscuss your case ASAP!

you may reach us at 212.709.8303

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Answered on 5/29/08, 7:31 pm

Re: Do I need a lawyer

You should definitely hire a lawyer before you go see the Detective. It is likely that you are going to be arrested when you go to the police precinct. If you cannot afford a lawyer, try calling the Legal Aid Society, but I'm not sure they handle cases before arraignment in court. If you decide to go to the police precinct alone, its probably best not to answer questions as anything you say can be used against you in court. I am a former Assistant District Attorney and also a former federal prosecutor. I now handle criminal defense cases. Please feel free to contact me. The above is for informational purposes only and not meant as legal advice.

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Answered on 5/29/08, 2:59 pm
Robert Evans Robert S. Evans esq.

Re: Do I need a lawyer

You certainly should retain an experienced criminal defense attornet before you do anything further. By appearing alone you risk greater liability,inasmuch as anything you say can be used against you in the future. Call the dectective and tell him/her that the interview should be postponed pending your retaining an attorney. Do not speak to anyone about this event without an attornet present.You may contact my office for a consultation.I handle matters such as these on a regular basis.You can view my site www.nydrunkdrivingdefense.com for my credentials.

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Answered on 5/29/08, 5:30 pm


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