If You Have Been Contacted by the Police, Here Is What Will Happen Once You Contact Me.

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I get the Facts from You

When you call me, I’ll start by asking you what you know. For example, do you know why the police are looking for you? And if so, when did the incident happen?

I’ll also ask for a bit of background information about you – your age, where you live, your job, etc.

At that point I’ll be able to give you a brief assessment of the situation from a legal point of view, as well as my advice on what to do, moving forward.

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You Hire Me

If you’re confident in my ability to help you, you’ll then “retain” me.

“Retaining” essentially means paying a fee to secure my services in representing you.

It’s a flat fee, and the precise amount depends on the nature of the case.

I’ll be able to tell you the fee during our first call.

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I Talk to the Detective

’ll call the detective who left you his card, or I’ll call the local precinct if the incident just happened.

I’ll find out what they think happened, why they’re looking for you, and anything else I possibly can.

If the police are looking to arrest you I’ll talk to the detective and set a time that’s mutually agreeable for you to appear at the precinct (this is called the “surrender”).

It always makes more sense that we go to the precinct rather than deal with the unknown of when the police may come to arrest you – and the embarrassment of being arrested at home in front of your family – or at work in front of your co-workers.

I’ll then call you and explain everything I know about the situation, and what your next steps will be.

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We Attend the “Surrender” (Go to the Precinct for the Arrest)

Beforehand, I’ll explain the following:

• What you should bring with you

• What happens when the detective processes you (photos, mugshots, paperwork, etc.)

• How long you’ll have to wait until the arrangement (the initial court case)

• What our plan of action will be at the arraignment

• Where you’ll be held until the arraignment

• How you can get in touch with me if you need me

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We Attend the Arraignment (the Initial Court Case) Together

A number of topics are discussed during the arraignment, but the main purpose is to decide your custody status.

A determination will be made as to whether you will be released on your own recognizance or if the judge will set bail to insure you return to court.

When I make my argument to the judge to ask for you to be released or for low bail to be set, I will discuss the fact that you have strong family/business ties and are therefore unlikely to willfully ignore the court’s order that you appear on each court date.

Or I might point out that you haven’t been arrested before, or that the case is a weak one, or that the financial or physical harm wasn’t as great as the prosecutors are making out. Anything that supports our position, I’ll use it.

The judge will decide whether to release you on your own recognizance, hold you with no bail or set a cash bail and a bond alternative.

If the judge sets bail, I’ll walk you through the procedure of getting it paid either through the court or through a bail bondsman.

It is possible that when a judge agrees to release you, she will do so only if you meet certain conditions.

One condition might be that you’re sent for “evaluation” – e.g. for substances, anger management, or mental health issues.

Most courts have an agency that will do the evaluation, but I send all my clients to my own people.

The court might also want to issue an “order of protection” that will keep you away from the person making the complaint.

This can have serious implications – e.g. some people can’t go back to their homes or see their kids – so I’ll do whatever I can to convince the court not to issue it if I think it’s unreasonable.

I’ll always try my best to make sure the arraignment takes place as soon as possible after your surrender, so that you spend as little time as possible in custody.

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Next Steps

Now that the arraignment is over, the next step will be for you to come into the office so that I can explain how the next stage of the process works – and how I can help defend you.

To learn more about the procedure and strategy for your defense case, [click here].

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Past Client Testimonials

I was falsely accused of grand larceny. For someone who has never been arrested, I was in shock. I complied with the police because I respect the law and assumed they would recognize the accuser’s lie and let me go. Little did I realize the criminal justice system treats you as guilty, until proven innocent. The opposite of what I thought. Scott walked me through the painful process of proving my innocence. His knowledge of the law and empathy towards me, helped me survive the process and get a full dismissal. I unequivocally recommend Scott as your defense attorney. Thank you Scott!

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Scott Limmer helped me through a difficult very situation. He was professional and guided me through the entire process with clarity and honest guidance. Most importantly, he had my trust through everything. He was responsive to any questions I had, and always returned my calls or emails. I never doubted that he undeniably had my best interests at heart. Thank you again Scott and I will most definitely recommend you to anyone that is in trouble and needs help.

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I was charged with Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument and my confidant charged with unregistered vehicle and other traffic summons. I called Scott Limmer the next day, he was straight forward, and well versed about the charge we were hit with. Mr. Limmer was interested and he had our best interest which was to get our cases dismissed. He was willing to go to trial and fight. The cost were given from the start, no hidden fees. Scott Limmer is straight forward, a fighter, accommodating, articulate, caring, knowledgeable and he will have your best interest genuinely. Which is rare these days. He always tell me if anything in the future comes up, in which my case may be brought up against me, he said call him. That's a good lawyer right there!

Anonymous

Mr. Limmer is a total professional. He truly cares about his clients. Mr. Limmer helped my son out of a tough situation. He guided my son with complete honesty. He is very responsive and knowledgeable. He spoke to us in layman’s terms and prepared us for what to expect before each appearance. His efficiency allowed us to feel confident that his experience would help get us the best possible outcome. During a very difficult time for my family, we found ourselves in need of a criminal defense attorney and after much research and many phone calls, we felt confident that Mr. Limmer was the right choice. His fees are very reasonable and there are no hidden charges.We highly recommend Mr. Limmer. He deserves more than 5 stars.

Anonymous

Let me start by saying that I was in deep S..t at one point last year and I was in a breaking point and no where to run. I needed a lawyer more that you know and I searched the web for one and found Scott Limmer. Didn't know much about him and really at that moment didn't care.
He was truthful and straight forward with me. Didn't con me in thinking it will be an easy road but told me we will beat the case in court. He fought with the judge to a point I thought I was in contempt with the judge. lol.. Called the ADA's bluff and we road it out together. He is fair, understanding and as for me, I have his name on speed dial.

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Never thought we would need a lawyer. But we did. Found Scott Limmer online when our son got in some trouble. Scott was there for us. My wife and I didn't have a clue how the system worked. Scott was helpful in every way. At times my son wasn't the easiest client. Scott was there for us. He made us understand what and why things are going to happen.

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I found Scott when I was in a very tough spot. I had been charged with two serious felony level crimes. I met with a handful of attorneys and Scott's reviews and presence both online and in person impressed me, so I hired him.
I am so thankful I made that decision. Scott was consistently friendly,  professional, and easily accessible. His fees were very reasonable, especially considering the level of service he provided. Most importantly to me, Scott made sure that the Judge and a zealous DA's office saw that the charges were not at all what they were chalked up to be. In the end, there was no jail time, no probation, no criminal record and no fines or community service.
If you are being criminally charged, I couldn't recommend hiring Scott more strongly. He delivered when I needed it and I am forever grateful.

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I am grateful for everything that Scott has done for me. If you are looking for a lawyer look no further.  Scott went above and beyond for me, he did everything in his power to help me.  And because of him I have my life back and it's intact. I was innocent from the beginning but if I did not have Scott, I do not think I would have won. He is one of the smartest people I have ever met. He thinks 10 to 20 steps ahead in any scenario. There isn't one thing bad I have to say about this man. To all those out there who need representation, Scott is your guy. The one thing that means more than anything to me is that he ACTUALLY cares. Not many people are like that anymore, and he is amazing. He cared about me when he didn't have to, he just had a job to do. To have a lawyer who actually cares about their client and doesn't see them as their next pay check, pick Scott. I cannot stress how amazing of a lawyer and person he is, he will fight tooth and nail for you.

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I reached out to Scott after a police officer contacted my employer.  I was worried that my case could have a negative affect on my employment situation and freedom. Scott kept my mind at ease and ensured we would not plea guilty and rightfully so. By the end of my case, I was not convicted with any crimes. I could not have asked for a better lawyer experience.
From first contact, Scott was approachable, very responsive and engaged, professional, and compassionate. He took time to talk through every concern and explained the process thoroughly, gave best and worst case scenarios and didn’t not over promise. In fact he under-promised and over-delivered. My family will forever be thankful we choose Scott to represent us. He is a down to earth, smart, highly capable professional.

Anonymous

I hired Scott Limmer to defend my son who had gotten into trouble in school and with the law. From our first meeting to our last, and there were many in between, not only was Scott extremely knowledgable in both aspects, but he always kept us informed about what was going on, and answered my phone calls any time of the day to put my mind at ease. Scott went above and beyond for our son to make sure that he would get the best outcome possible and that outcome was better than we had ever expected. He is very compassionate about his work and it shows in everything he does. I truly believe that if I hadn't hired Scott as my lawyer, my son would not have been given the fresh start that he now has.

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