Odessa Criminal Defense Attorney

It is part of human nature to make mistakes. We are emotional beings and prone at times to let our emotions get the best of us. Sometimes these emotions can lead to police intervention. If the police arrive to arrest you for any reason, it may feel like the walls are closing in and your life is over, especially if you’ve never been arrested before. But being arrested isn’t the end of the world and doesn’t make you a bad person. You are still innocent until proven guilty. What you say and do after an arrest is made can either help or harm you, so it pays to do the right thing.

Here are some steps to take following an arrest: 

• Remain calm
  As we mentioned, emotions can be high at the time of your arrest. The best thing you can do when law enforcement arrives and confronts you is to control your emotions the best you can. Behaving aggressively or resisting arrest will only hurt your case.
• Stay silent
  The law says you have the right to remain silent. You may have heard the portion of the Miranda rights which proclaims, “anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.” Take this to heart and don’t say anything that prosecutors can use as ammunition to convict you.
• Be cooperative and non-threatening
  No matter how upset you may be, being cooperative and polite towards everyone will help you. Your behavior at the time of arrest will be examined closely, so you don’t want to demonstrate any hostility or disrespect as the arresting officers may pile on more charges, creating a deeper hole for you to climb out of.
• Ask for a lawyer
  You need to ask your arresting officers right away that you’d like to speak with your attorney. Do so respectfully and in a composed tone. It’s your right and you should always use it.
• Listen to your lawyer’s advice and guidance
  Your attorney has your best interest at heart and is your ally in getting you out of trouble with the law. As your representative, we will provide you with guidance on how to proceed following the arrest and the steps to take when it comes to court dates and other legal proceedings. 

Let The Law Offices Of Hector Peña, PLLC Be Your Advocate & Protect Your Rights

When facing criminal charges, the police and the prosecutor will not go easy on you. While you are certainly innocent until proven guilty, the odds are stacked against you and the state will ferociously look to convict you. Going it alone is a recipe for disaster. You need an ally in your corner that will protect your rights, ensure a fair trial, and present a strong defense.

Our firm, headed by founder Hector Peña, has the right combination of experience and strategic intelligence to handle your case with the care and aggressiveness needed to obtain the most favorable result. Make the wise choice by reaching out to us today to retain our services.

Call either of our two offices in Odessa or Pecos at (432) 500-5555 to get in touch with a criminal defense attorney today. You can also contact us online by completing our simple form.