Possession Case And Inconsistent Testimonies

Summary

You have the right to record police in public spaces and access your case file. Inconsistent testimonies from officers can weaken the prosecutions case. Discuss your concerns with your public defender.

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I have a possession case I'm fighting in Wich I am not guilty . The officers pulled a gun on me stole my phone because I was recording them
What evidence do you have to support your claim? In Missouri, it's legal to record police in public spaces as long as you're not interfering with their duties.
My passenger ,got caught with a glass pipe ,in Wich the officers said they found it in the car I was driving and neither officers have the same story , one says they pulled a gun and found everything on my person the other officer says they found everything in the car
Do you have any witnesses or video evidence that can support your claim? In Missouri, inconsistent police testimonies can potentially weaken the prosecution's case.
The officer that pulled me over for expired tags asked if I was recording him I said yes he said it was ok he was recording me also
Do you still have access to the recording you made during the incident?

In Missouri:
- It's legal to record police in public spaces.
- Inconsistent police testimonies can weaken the prosecution's case.
And yes my passenger
What is the current status of your case? Are you working with a lawyer?

In Missouri:
- You have the right to legal representation in court.
- Evidence like video recordings can be crucial in your defense.
Yes have a special public defender I have had * lawyers public defender's on this case one job st withdrew from my case now I have a special bulic defender . My last public defender wouldn't give me my case file and at my first court appearance I put in for a change of venue . And the denied me saying they were not over *,* population and that is totally wrong
Have you requested your case file from your current public defender? In Missouri, clients have the right to access their case files.
I haven't spoke with him yet .
When do you plan to speak with your current public defender? It's important to discuss your case and request your case file. In Missouri, clients have a right to access their case files.
As soon aspossible what can I do about them denieing my change of venue
Have you discussed the denial of your change of venue request with your current public defender?

In Missouri:
- A change of venue can be requested if a fair trial is not possible in the current location.
- The decision can be appealed.
I have court the * th and not the have not
What is the name of the court where your case is being heard?
Henry county mo ssouri felony court
Henry County Circuit Court is located at * W Franklin St, Clinton, MO *. You can contact them at (*) *-*. Discuss your concerns with your public defender.
I have but it seems they are working against me and against everything I tell them to do
What specific actions has your public defender taken that makes you feel they are working against you? In Missouri, you have the right to effective assistance of counsel.
Not told me of my court dates not giving me my case file ,telling me nothing that happened matters like them saying I had it on my person the other it was found in my car ..
What steps have you taken to address these issues with your public defender? In Missouri, you have the right to effective assistance of counsel, which includes being informed about court dates and access to your case file.
I don't know what to do
What is the name of your current public defender? It's important to communicate your concerns directly to them. If that doesn't work, you can file a complaint with the Missouri State Public Defender System.
Bearden, is the new one I haven't spoke too yet trull was the last one
What is the specific charge against you in the possession case? In Missouri, penalties for drug possession can vary depending on the type and amount of drug involved.
Possession of a controlled substance .I thought it was the pipe they were charging me with .that was found on my passengers person but they are saying they found a crystal like substance that weighed *.* somewhere one officer says on my person the other says with in the car
What is the controlled substance they claim to have found? In Missouri, penalties can vary depending on the type of substance involved.
Crystal meth I guess idk I didn't have anything I have passed a random drug test for them at court
In Missouri, possession of methamphetamine can result in severe penalties. Have you shared your drug test results with your public defender?
He knows
In Missouri:
- Possession of methamphetamine can lead to severe penalties.
- Sharing your drug test results with your public defender can help your case.
Ok so it doesn't matter that in my discover the officers told * different stories as to were they found the stuff
In Missouri, inconsistent testimonies from officers can potentially weaken the prosecution's case. Have you discussed this inconsistency with your public defender?
The last one yes he said it didn't matter
In Missouri, inconsistent testimonies can impact a case. It's crucial to discuss this with your new public defender, Bearden.
Ok thank you
You're welcome, ****. Remember, in Missouri, you have the right to effective legal representation. Don't hesitate to discuss all your concerns with your public defender, Bearden.
Ok thank you
What is the current status of your case? Have you been able to gather any evidence to support your claim?
I got court the 16th and I requested to take it to trial because I'm not guilty and my public defender withdrew from my case after that now I have a new special public defender
Have you had a chance to discuss your case and trial strategy with your new special public defender?

In Missouri, public defenders can withdraw from cases due to conflicts of interest or other valid reasons.
Not yet
When do you plan to meet with your new special public defender? It's crucial to discuss your case and trial strategy as soon as possible.
Sometime before the 16th
What is the reason your previous public defender withdrew from your case?
It says because special public defender bearden has takin the case
What is the nature of the possession charge you are facing? This will help me provide more specific information.
What do you mean
By "nature of the possession charge", I mean what specific item were you allegedly in possession of? Was it drugs, a weapon, stolen property, etc.?
Crystal meth weighing *.*
What is the exact charge you are facing? Is it possession or possession with intent to distribute?
Possession of a controlled substance
What is the quantity of the controlled substance you were allegedly in possession of? In Missouri, possession of less than * grams of a controlled substance is a Class D felony.
*.*
What is the exact weight unit of the controlled substance you were allegedly in possession of?

In Missouri:
- Possession of less than * grams of methamphetamine is a Class D felony.
- Penalties can include up to 7 years in prison and fines up to $*,*.
*.*
What is the unit of measurement for the *.* quantity of the controlled substance you were allegedly in possession of?
Idk let me look
Sure, take your time. It's important to know the exact weight and unit of the controlled substance for understanding the severity of the charge.