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Q: Girlfriend was arrested fo dv should I charge my story in court to get her out of trouble

Was hit 8 -10 while drinking she left bumbs and cops arrested her...I can change story to help her..debating if I should

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Daniel R. Perlman
Daniel R. Perlman
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  • DUI & DWI Lawyer
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: I know this issue is probably long past, but I couldn't resist. While it's true that you becoming an uncooperative witness can make the prosecution less sure of their case, they will not give up simply because you are going to testify differently from what you told the officers who responded on the day of the incident. It's best for you each to consult with separate attorneys on how best to mount a defense.

David Philip Shapiro
David Philip Shapiro
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  • DUI & DWI Lawyer
  • San Diego, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Can't condone you perjuring yourself....

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