FAQ
Q. I have been arrested for a crime, should I go ahead and plead guilty to get it over with?
A. Being charged with a crime is serious business and it should be taken seriously. Do not plead guilty in an effort to get it over with. This strategy can lead to more sevier consequences than you should get. Even if you ultimately do want to plead guilty it is important that a lawyer is there to tell you if your punishment is fair. Depending on the crime you have been accused of, substantial jail time could be a penalty, as well as fines, asset forfeiture, and lifelong personal consequences. Pleading guilty without knowing the possible sentence could leave you in a position that you had never thought possible.
Q. Why should I hire a Minnesota criminal defense lawyer?
A. If you have been accused of a crime, the state of Minnesota has unlimited resources to prosecute you. They have access to a team of prosecutors, forensic scientists, law enforcement officers, crime scene technicians, and a variety of other professionals to convict you. When you hire a skilled criminal defense lawyer, you are presented with the opportunity to fight any evidence against you. A skilled criminal defense attorney can help guide you through what can be a complex and confusing legal system. With an attorney by your side the criminal justice system can be easier to navigate.
Q. When should I hire a lawyer?
A. It is important that you hire a lawyer as soon as possible. The moment you are arrested or are under investigation for a crime, you need to make the call. Criminal trial lawyer Kevin Sieben, will give you a free consultation to help you decide if it is important to get a lawyer involved.
Q. Are my results guaranteed?
A. Unfortunately, it is impossible to guarantee results. As a matter of fact, it is against the Minnesota bar rules to guarantee results to a client. What an experienced criminal defense lawyer does is provide opinions and implement strategy that can lead to a more favorable outcome. You can however count on Kevin Sieben working hard for you to achieve the best results.
Q. What do I do if I am arrested for a crime?
A. Whether DWI or another crime, do not say anything until you have spoken to an attorney. Anything that you say can be used against you in court. This is especially so if you have had your Miranda Rights read to you. You are warned that anything you say can be used against you in a court of law. The first thing you want to do is call your attorney and receive guidance from your attorney before you speak to a law enforcement officer or a prosecutor about the crime you are accused of. It is your right to tell law enforcement that you do not want to say anything until you speak with your attorney and it is important that you exercise that right.
Q. What does a criminal defense lawyer do for me?
A. There are several things that your Twin Cities criminal defense lawyer can do for you:
- Provide representation while your case is being investigated in order to prevent criminal charges
- Challenge the evidence that is presented against you and ensure that illegally acquired evidence is not used against you in court
- Determine what legal defenses you may have that could ultimately result in the charges being reduced or being completely dismissed
- Negotiate with the prosecution to work out the best possible outcome
- Guide you through the complex system taking time to answer any questions that you may havae.