The Art Of The Perfect Defense Your Essential Guide To Criminal Defense In Los Angeles

The ultimate justice of the people? Is there any better or equal hope in the world?—Abraham Lincoln * Have you been bailed or cited out or released from custody? * Do you have a criminal case pending against you? * Have you been taken into custody? * Are you the subject of a criminal investigation? If so, your freedom and reputation are at risk. You are now charged with making decisions that could forever change your life. In The Art of the Perfect Defense Ronald D. Hedding, Esq. provides essential information you need to navigate through Los Angeles’s criminal justice system, which is one of the most complicated and largest in the United States. In this book, you’ll learn: * Common mistakes that could have tragic consequences and how to avoid them * Steps you need to take right away to protect yourself * What to do if someone you care about is the focus of a criminal investigation * Why a criminal defense lawyer’s local expertise is critical to a favorable outcome * Straightforward explanations of key legal terms and concepts you must know The Art of the Perfect Defense unlocks the mystery behind the Los Angeles criminal justice system. When you’re facing a scary and uncertain future, this book will be your essential guide to experiencing the best possible result.

* ¿Ha sido usted liberado bajo fianza, citado o liberado de la custodia? * ¿Tiene un caso penal pendiente? * ¿Es usted sujeto de una investigación penal? Si es así, su reputación y su libertad están en peligro. Usted se encuentra cargado con el peso de tomar decisiones que podrían cambiar su vida para siempre. En EL ARTE DE LA DEFENSA PERFECTA, Ronal D. Hedding, Esq. provee información esencial para navegar a través del sistema judicial de Los Ángeles, uno de los más grandes y complicados de los Estados Unidos. Usted aprenderá: * Errores comunes y cómo evitarlos. * Pasos que necesita tomar de inmediato para protegerse. * ¿Por qué la experiencia local de un abogado penal es crítica para un resultado positivo? * Explicaciones claras sobre términos legales clave y conceptos que debe conocer. Cuando usted se encuentre frente a un futuro incierto y desalentador, este libro será su guía esencial.

Writing for everyday people who are not acquainted with terms the courts and police use, the California criminal defense team of Mr. and Mrs. de la PeaNamong the most highly awarded names in criminal defense in the United StatesNexplain how the criminal justice system works.

Whether you are a law clinic student making your first foray into criminal defense, a newly admitted attorney, a general practitioner, or an attorney whose practice is concentrated in criminal defense, Representing the Accused will provide you with invaluable advice as you navigate your way through a criminal case. Authored by an experienced criminal defense attorney in a large public defenders office who has personally handled thousands of criminal cases, supervised representation in thousands more, and trained scores of attorneys, this book provides insight and guidance on how to efficiently and effectively manage each step in the handling of a criminal case. In order to help you provide quality representation to your clients, this publication offers clear explanations of a criminal attorneys role at every stage, from the arrest through the conclusion of the case.

Are you accused of a crime? Are you incarcerated? Are you close to someone who is? Are you a law student? (You won't find this information in law school!) Are you a practicing attorney who wants to be certain to excel in the arena of criminal defense? The secrets in this book serve as a guiding light to achieving Total Victory in the courtroom. An excellent criminal defense attorney's goal is Total Victory which means dismissal of all charges prior to trial, acquittal at trial, or reversal on appeal with directions to dismiss. A plea bargain is not Total Victory, nor can any form of win-win negotiating be Total Victory. Why should the prosecutor get anything? Every criminal case presents potential opportunities for Total Victory. An excellent criminal defense attorney knows how to transform these opportunities into actual dismissal or acquittal. When a lawyer is 100% for the client and stands up for the client to the nth degree, each secret of criminal defense is crucial. Just as a chain is no stronger than its weakest link, an excellent criminal defense attorney knows how to maximize representation in every case, never allowing a weak link. Those criminal defense attorneys who deserve the word excellent work to Win! They do everything they can think of within the law and the rules to win, and they win because they are knowledgeable and experienced with the tools and techniques and state of mind set forth in this book. Written in a clean, clear style, its also a most enjoyable read!

The first words most people utter when they find themselves in legal trouble go something like this: "I can't afford a lawyer." In A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Criminal Defense Attorneys in the United States, you will discover the multitude of reasons why you cannot afford NOT to hire an attorney.Put simply, the consequences of a conviction of any kind, but particularly a felony conviction, can and will change your life forever. Beyond the specter of prison time and other losses of liberty, including your right to cast a ballot or to own a gun, there are countless other penalties you will face if you are convicted of a crime. Even if this is the only black mark on your otherwise clean record, it will change the way in which employers, bankers, and even online love interests look at you. Why? Because your record is public and permanent. It's available for everyone to see. In this troubled economy, a black mark such as a criminal conviction can remove you from the job market permanently and prevent you from the pursuit of your version of happiness. A criminal conviction can leave you on the outside looking in while others achieve their dreams.Between the covers of this book you will find the advice you need to locate the very best criminal defense lawyer wherever you happen to be-and have every advantage possible as you face your legal problem.

"So you want to be a trial lawyer. By reading this manual you have chosen not to fail. By choosing not to fail, you are seeing yourself as a trial lawyer. You have resolved to stand up for those whose light shines dim and whose voice is heard small. It is now time to get your head in the game. The ultimate goal in any trial is to win. You win by telling your client's story in such a way that it compels the jury to see and understand it and believe in it the same way you do. You accomplish that by establishing your credibility with the jury -- by loving your client, telling the truth and being real"--

Have you ever wanted to defend yourself in court but did not know how? Couldn't afford a lawyer? But wanted to type your own legal forms but did not know how? Then in this publication you will find real court documents in a misdemeanor trial regarding a single charge that is sophisticatedly styled in a paralegal format. The style of legal writing and non-pleading format is up to date. The legal documents published are the following: Pro Per Sample Legal Forms for Demurrer, Informal Discovery Requests, Motion to Compel Discovery, Motion to Suppress Statements to Law Enforcement, Motion to Dismiss, Motion for Inspection of Third-Party Property, Memorandums of Points and Authorities, Declarations, Federal Civil Rights Complaint & Appeal. For students and self-represented litigants, this is a useful tool when researching California criminal law and civil rights law together. Political activists may find it useful when litigating civil rights against police brutality, harassment, and illegal surveillance. This publication does not substitute the advice of a licensed attorney. True Story. Real Case.