Q: Is it legal for the police to search your room without telling you why & holding your wallet cell phones
Search Warrant doesn't have my name and want told about it they left paper on counter they took mouth swab and photos and fingerprint me and I'm not sure why they kept my wallet and phones when it should be returned the case was this year the search warrant for items taken has a different date 2018 any help
A:
More info is needed to properly evaluate your case.
However, it is always a good idea to contact a local attorney that handles these cases in the courthouse to which you are ordered to appear.
In other words, I am in Palm Springs and you don’t want to hire a Palm Springs lawyer for an Orange Co case.
Most criminal and accident lawyers will offer a free consultation to review the facts.
The case will depend on how the evidence was obtained and the details regarding the stop and arrest, as well as a review of the facts of your case. After hearing all the facts there may be a 1538.5 motion to suppress that would be effective.
Call a local attorney to discuss this matter in more detail and request an appointment.
Don't discuss your matter on a platform like this as what you say can be used against you.
If you need help finding a good lawyer, please contact me at 760 837-7500 or dale@dalegribowlaw.com for names of lawyers in your area.
Good Luck
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