Monticello, FL Criminal Defense Law Firms & Lawyers

Ordinarily, and in most instances, the answer is No. Communications between a lawyer and client are confidential and privileged. This means that your lawyer cannot disclose them to anyone else. In addition, the lawyer's Code of Professional Responsibility requires a lawyer to preserve a client's secrets and confidences. There are some exceptions. You can voluntarily give up the privilege. If you allow a third person to be present during your discussions, the privilege may be considered waived. And if you tell your lawyer about plans to commit a future crime, the privilege doesn't apply. It is very unusual for a prosecutor to subpoena a defendant's lawyer to testify against the client. I highly recommend you consult with new counsel to determine if this is proper and if you have grounds to object.

Possibly. It depends on what county you are in. Orange county is more likely to do it, however Seminole county will be tougher. Most courts require a hearing before they will allow the defendant to have contact with the alleged victim. You may want to hire an attorney to file what is called a Motion to Modify Conditions of Pretrial Release. That's the fastest way to get it done.

What exactly would you do if the answer is no, it is illegal for a cop to order someone to take a taxi? If you want to sue the police, you have to give six months notice to the police department before you can even file suit. What are your damages? You have none. Do you think you can get an attorney on a contingency basis for this type of case? You actually would have to pay an attorney if there was even a case, which there is not. So, drop the matter and be thankful that you were not arrested for public drunkenness or something the cop might have made up for an arrest. They do that all the time and get away with it. It is the criminal defense bar that keeps America free.