Price, UT asked in Criminal Law for Utah

Q: My public defender thi said I was a 1090.public nuisance. I am not guilty of this crime. How do I get another lawyer?

I need a lawyer that is loyal to me has all intentions of winning this case. I am not guilty of this crime. The plea bargain he wants me to take i will do a minimum of 3years. I am kit sure how to get a competent public defender.

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Aric M. Cramer
Aric M. Cramer
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • St. George, UT
  • Licensed in Utah

A: You don't get to chose your public defender. However if you want to go to trial they must respect that decision and do the trial. You are always free to hire your own attorney as well.

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