criminal law

[foxden3]

I have been charged with illegal aquisition of a controlled substance-calling in and picking up prescription medications without MD authorization. My pre-trial is less than two weeks away. Due to these pending charges, I have lost my job and now cannot afford private counsel. I will probably be forced to represent myself. How can I prepare for this??
Thank You!
Shawna Barlow-Farmington, IL.

 

[glynn]

I too was charged with prescription fraud of picking up prescriptions I called in for myself am also RN let me know how you do. The DAs office where I live said is usually fine and probation. I can say the police DAs off Dectives have been very supportive. I know I did wrong and want to get on with my life. I was arrested Aug. # and havenot been charged yet. the dective said I should know something this next. Let me know how it all comes out. Can't you ask for public defender, or callfor level aid Good luck. <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by foxden3:
I have been charged with illegal aquisition of a controlled substance-calling in and picking up prescription medications without MD authorization. My pre-trial is less than two weeks away. Due to these pending charges, I have lost my job and now cannot afford private counsel. I will probably be forced to represent myself. How can I prepare for this??
Thank You!
Shawna Barlow-Farmington, IL. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

 

[Tracey]

File for a public defender. At the very least, you need to spend some time with an attorney going over the issues & outlining your defense. You should also file a motion for a continuance to allow you to obtain a PD.

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This is not legal advice and you are not my client. Double check everything with your own attorney and your state's laws.

[This message has been edited by Tracey (edited October 04, 2000).]

 

[foxden3]

Thank You for your response. Do I need to wait and request a PD and/or a continuance at the pre-trial? Is there a way to do so prior to the pre-trial?
Thanks again!!
Sincerely,
Shawna Barlow
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Tracey:
File for a public defender. At the very least, you need to spend some time with an attorney going over the issues & outlining your defense. You should also file a motion for a continuance to allow you to obtain a PD.

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[Tracey]

The sooner you file the motion for a PD, the better. You might get the SA to agree to a continuance on your own, but be careful you don't waive your right to a speedy trial. The sooner trial starts, the more pressure on the SA to plea bargain.

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This is not legal advice and you are not my client. Double check everything with your own attorney and your state's laws.