Summary
In Minnesota, proving ineffective counsel requires demonstrating your lawyers deficient performance and its impact on your defense. You can file a complaint with the Minnesota Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board and appeal your case. Law enforcements entry into your home may be unconstitutional under the Fourth Amendment, depending on circumstances. Statements made under the influence may be suppressed if proven involuntary. Predatory offender registration typically lasts 10 years but can vary. Consult a lawyer for personalized advice.Full Conversation
my public defender wasnt helping me. Then he got fired for fraud.Can I get my case dismissed before pre-trial for ineffective councel
Hello Dean, I understand your situation. In Minnesota, ineffective counsel can be grounds for dismissal, but it typically requires:
- Proving your lawyer's performance was deficient.
- Showing the deficiency prejudiced your defense.
Is there any evidence to prove your lawyer's inadequate performance affected your case?
he got fired. He didnt put in motion to suppress evidence and he never explained anything to me.
Hello Dean, I understand your concern. In Minnesota, you may consider the following steps:
- File a complaint with the Minnesota Lawyer's Professional Responsibility Board.
- Appeal your case based on ineffective counsel.
- Gather evidence to prove your lawyer's incompetence.
Remember that this does not guarantee case dismissal but can potentially help.
Law enforcement gained access into my house by lying their way in. is that unconstitutional?
Hello Dean, typically, the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. However, whether the law enforcement's actions are considered unconstitutional depends on the specific circumstances. It may be beneficial to consult with a new lawyer on this matter.
i was under the influence of meth and alcohol and gave * statements while hallucinating. I can prove it also buy witnesses that I was hallucinating. can those statements be dismissed
Hello Dean. In Minnesota, involuntary statements made under the influence may potentially be suppressed. However, this depends on:
- Proving you lacked capacity to make voluntary statements
- Showing your statements were involuntarily made
Engage a lawyer for specific advice based on your case details.
how long must you register as a predatory offender for a gross misdemeanor that happen in *
Hello Dean. In Minnesota, a person convicted of a predatory offense generally must register for 10 years with some exceptions. However, this is a general guideline and the duration can vary based on the specifics of your case. Please consult with a legal professional for detailed advice.