FELONIES, MURDER, SERIOUS CRIMES
I have done hearings and gone to trial on various types of felonies: “A”, “B”, etc. These felonies often cost much more than misdemeanor crimes because the District Attorney (Prosecutor) fights them hard.
Felonies are serious because they can put you upstate New York in jail for years. You can lose your driver’s license, pistol permits and other rights.
If you think police are following you, you do not have to give them any information. Just say “Keith Weidman” is my attorney and they must shut up.
Our Federal and State constitutions say:
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You need not talk (no self incrimination)
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You have a right to a lawyer
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You have the right to a speedy trial
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You can have a fair trial.
Murder carries long periods of jail. But if Mr. Weidman can find weaknesses, you do less time. Manslaughter, attempted murder and other lesser charges may benefit you.
You can also have hearings.