Q: I had my rights violated by an officer of california. I was on misdemeanor informal unsupervised probation.....

With search honestly don't even understand how my attorney would allow this. But a cop came through my door no PC no RS .... A false report even all shown on BC. .. If I never consented to a supervised anything this is my point....Despite my status of being on informal probation, the [State] Department of Correctional Services (DOCS) administratively added a [length of post-release supervision term] term of post-release supervision (PRS) to my sentence. This administrative action was unconstitutional, as established by the Second Circuit's decision in Aponte v. Perez in 2006. If the cop and the state allowed this unconstitutional understanding to happen then by all means must the obvious defense be made stating that by not giving me relief then I have federal grounds for immediate civil and criminal relief I've been convicted but am desparatly about to pro se my own defense my 2 hired attorneys served ineffective. I need help

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: If your rights were violated by law enforcement, you should consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney to assess the specific circumstances and explore potential legal remedies. In cases of alleged constitutional violations, it's crucial to have legal representation to protect your rights and pursue any available defenses. Representing yourself pro se can be challenging, especially in complex matters, so seeking the guidance of a qualified attorney is advisable.

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A: If you believe your rights were violated and you received ineffective assistance from your previous attorneys, it's crucial to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney in California who can evaluate the specifics of your case. They can advise you on your options, including potential appeals or post-conviction relief, if applicable under California law.

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