If You Are The One Arrested

            You do not have to answer questions!

            You do not have to sign or initial anything!

            You may refuse to take a breath or chemical test until you speak to your laweyr.

            You Can Change Lawyers

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            Advise the police officer or detective that you do not wish to answer any questions; that you wish to contact a lawyer or your family.

            If you are permitted to call your family, tell them a) where you are being held;
b) by what police department; c) what you are accused of.

DO NOT DISCUSS YOUR CASE IN DETAIL OVER THE PHONE         

                         Tell your family or friends to call

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            Police do not have to ‘‘give you your rights’’, and their failure to do so does not invalidate an arrest.

            The police only have to give you your rights if they wish to question you.
If they do wish to ask you questions, it is then that the police have to advise you that anything you say may be used against you, that you do not have to answer questions.

            If you were already before the court, being represented by a lawyer provided by the court, you do not have to continue to use that lawyer.

            While it would have been better to have had your own lawyer when you first appeared in court, it is more important, as soon as possible, to retain a lawyer dedicated to your case, a hard fighting lawyer, as early in the case as possible to protect your interests, to resolve the case, and to get you the best results.

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            For more information, look at those portions of our web site under FAQS to find out more about the arrest procedures to be followed by the police or the next steps that are likely to occur during your case.

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            Do not feel obligated to stay with the lawyer who helps you the first night.

            Do not sign a long term retainer. Any legal fee for standing in at arraignment should either be a flat fee or should be hourly. Most Criminal Defense Attorneys will charge between $150-$350 per hour. It will cost more in many big cities or urban areas. For example many well known NY lawyers charge upward of $600 per hour.

 When it comes to your rights, and it comes to your freedom, leave nothing to chance.

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            The Law Offices of Iannuzzi and Iannuzzi are always available for those in need. Call us at 212)227-9595 at the first sign of your legal troubles. Usually, the sooner we can get in and help you, the easier things become for you.

IANNUZZI and IANNUZZI - 74 Trinity Place - City of New York - 212-227-9595 lawoffice@iannuzzi.net