Minneapolis, MN asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota

Q: isnt it unreasonable for a probation officer who has monitored a phone a yr. at defend. expense to then take and keep it

she took and kept phone for no stated reason he missed his call to her two days later now he is in jail for 2 months with high bail she had no reason to take it she monitored for a year

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Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Licensed in Minnesota

A: It is not clear from the stated question what the situation is. The solution maybe to call a criminal defense lawyer on the phone, so the most relevant, known information can be considered.

William Bailey agrees with this answer

William Bailey
William Bailey
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Licensed in Minnesota

A: I am not sure I completely understand the situation. I recommend contacting an attorney do discuss all of the facts. Then an attorney will be able to advise on what can or should be done.

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