Common questions (FAQ)

Preliminary Hearing & Motions

• Prior to the trial, we may file motions challenging the evidence or arguing for dismissal of the case on legal grounds. A judge will consider such arguments prior to the case.

Plea Bargaining

• Often we are able to persuade the district attorney on the case to offer a compromise. The prosecutor agrees to forgo trial in exchange for accepting a plea to a lesser charge. Often plea bargaining is an excellent option for the defendant as it eliminates the uncertainty of going to trial. However, it is not appropriate for all cases and we will only advise you to accept a plea when we believe it is clearly in your best interest.

Trial

• If your case is not resolved short of trial, we will select a jury of your peers and try the case. We will have the opportunity to challenge the evidence offered by the prosecution and cross examine any witnesses. We will also be able to call witnesses of our own and introduce favorable evidence on your behalf.