Q: my bloodpressure was 220/134 in the judgeroom I said to everybody I need 911. Why judge never stoped and gave me order ?
My public defender attorney never help me and i said to him dont make a deal with destiric attorney but he never listened so he just followed the social service agency plans they setup everything for make a lot of problems for me so he was not serious about my cases so finally i wanted talk with jury but my feel was not good cuz my bloodpressure was really too high ( 220/134 ) . So I showed everybody there my bloodpressure device so
I said to my public attorney I need 911 i need help and also i cant scuz I can't control myself and I can't talk with jury now and I can't stay here but they force me for continue...
How they could continue and
Basically is the judge's decision valid in such circumstances?
So actually endangering the life of a patient is legal? Isn't that a crime and is not considered criminal under the US Constitution?
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Under California law, the well-being and health of individuals in a courtroom should be of paramount concern. If you experienced a medical emergency, such as an extremely high blood pressure reading, and communicated this need for emergency medical assistance, it is concerning if no action was taken to provide help. Typically, courts have procedures to address medical emergencies, including recesses and medical evaluations.
The validity of a judge's decision when a defendant is medically incapacitated can be questioned. In cases where an individual is unable to participate meaningfully in their defense due to health issues, there may be grounds for appeal or requesting a new trial, especially if the condition prevented effective communication or understanding of the proceedings. Your attorney should address these concerns and, if they failed to act on your behalf, you might consider seeking a review of their conduct or consulting another lawyer for advice on possible actions.
Finally, if you believe your constitutional rights were violated due to negligence or disregard for your medical condition, you could explore filing a complaint or seeking legal redress. This might involve contacting a legal oversight body or hiring a new attorney to evaluate the circumstances of your case. It's important to document all occurrences and communications related to your health issues during the trial, as this information could be critical in any legal actions you pursue.
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