Frequently Asked Questions
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Conflict Defender
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Conflict Defender
You must first contact the office of the Public Defender and fill out a financial affidavit. Sometimes you will be given them in court. They will determine if you qualify. If they find that you qualify but they have a conflict of interest, your case will be transferred to the Conflict Defender's Office for representation.
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Conflict Defender
You should talk to your attorney about the circumstances, however the failure to read rights does not make your arrest illegal.
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It is always best if you refuse (politely) to make any statement and ask for an attorney immediately. Do not talk to the Police.
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An A felony is the most severe and an E felony is the least severe therefore felonies range from A, B, C, D and E Not every felony charge requires a state prison sentence, some allow for probation or local jail.