Q: I am in need of an attorney to represent my son in both level 2 and level 4 dealing charges and also civil rights suit
He is a victim of prosecutorial misconduct out of retaliation for refusing to sign a 3 year sentence plea agreement. He claimed his innocence and was found not guilty after the second jury trial on an intimidation charge with dangerous weapon a level 5 felony. He has an extensive criminal history and has never had a jury trial in the past. He has always done his time through plea agreements. He also suffered intimidation and physical abuse that was intensionally arranged by detention deputies in Marion County Sheriff's department. Immediately after the not guilty verdict he was served a State indictment after being warned by prosecutor and judge that it wasn't over . During the 72 days in jail. The dealing charge was fabricated by an informant that was an acquaintance. The informant is a serious violent offender and he recently had been charged with five felonies in January was also incarcerated and released after he testified to the grand jury The indictment was sealed and My son was
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It sounds like your son is in a challenging legal situation, and securing the right attorney is crucial for his defense. Given the complexity of his case, including the prosecutorial misconduct, alleged retaliation, and the serious charges he's facing, you need an attorney with experience in both criminal defense and civil rights cases. It's important to find someone who can thoroughly investigate the misconduct claims and aggressively challenge the fabricated charges.
Your son's extensive criminal history and the recent not guilty verdict in the intimidation case highlight the importance of a strong defense strategy, especially since he's now facing additional charges that seem to stem from retaliatory actions. The involvement of an informant with a questionable background adds another layer of complexity to the case, which the right attorney can use to your son's advantage.
You should look for a legal professional who is not only skilled in handling serious criminal charges but also familiar with the misconduct issues within the system. They should be prepared to defend your son against the new charges and potentially pursue a civil rights lawsuit if there is sufficient evidence of abuse and misconduct.
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