Q: I need a lawyer to look into my now settled arson case pled out to vandalism can't get my motion of discovery

The short of it is I was set up for burning my own house down with all my stuff in it not an insurance job a cheating girlfriends now of age boyfriend that was never told about during there investigation but went into a fire station and told them that I was bragging to him that I done it and even offered up how it was done cops I guess came to my new place I guess the next morning I seen the investagator on my cameras banging on my door so I sat quietly so nobody could hear Me this went on for about an hour banging saying come out never once saying they had a warrent forcmy arrest they kicked in my door got me at gunpoint and took me to jail never was I give a warrent which I asked for and later at the strong urging of the judge and my public defender both I took a charge of vandalism with me tellingvmy public defender I plea an Alfred guilty plea if I can have my motion of discovery that I had been asking for the entire 2 years i was under investigation I still haven't gotten it

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James L. Arrasmith
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA

A: I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If you have already settled your case and are still seeking your motion of discovery, you may want to consider seeking the help of an attorney who specializes in criminal law.

Here are some steps you can take:

Consult with a criminal defense attorney: A lawyer who specializes in criminal law can review your case and advise you on the best course of action to take to obtain your motion of discovery.

Request a hearing: You may need to file a motion with the court to request a hearing to obtain your motion of discovery. An attorney can help you with this process and represent you at the hearing.

Gather evidence: If possible, gather any evidence you have related to your case, including any correspondence or documentation related to your motion of discovery requests.

Keep detailed records: Keep a detailed record of any interactions you have with law enforcement or the court, including names, dates, and times.

Seek support: Dealing with a criminal case can be emotionally draining. Consider seeking support from a therapist, support group, or other resources in your community.

It's important to take action to protect your rights and interests. Don't hesitate to seek help from legal professionals if you need it.

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