Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you have been accused of a crime, you likely have a number of different questions about your case. While information has become much more readily available with the advent of internet technology, the fact remains that criminal law can be difficult to understand without a legal background. At Castleberry & Elison, P.C., we specialize in criminal defense and have prepared the following list of frequently asked questions and their answers in order to provide our clients with the information they need.
If your question isn’t here or you would like to discuss your case with an attorney, please contact our offices at 503-223-0011 today to speak with an experienced legal professional.
- What are jury instructions and how could they affect my case?
- Who is picked for a jury?
- What is a writ of habeas corpus?
- Do I have to testify in my defense trial?
- Will I get a trial by jury?
- Do I need a lawyer before my arraignment
- Is it legal for the police to take my personal belongings after arresting me?
- The police limited my number of phone calls after an arrest. Is this allowed?
- Is it legal for police to frisk me, or is that considered an illegal search?
- I have hard evidence that’s sure to exonerate me. Do I still need an attorney?
- Will my record in other states influence my charges in Oregon?
- After a domestic dispute, my significant other wants to drop the charges. Is this possible?
- Can I have illegally obtained evidence thrown out of my case?
- How does the presumption of innocence work?
- Can a plea bargain be rejected even if the prosecution agrees to it?
- What kinds of juvenile crimes cannot be expunged?
- If I was convicted as a minor, when can my records be expunged?
- I know I’m innocent. Do I really need to worry about my defense case?
- Can’t I just work with a public defender?
- If I’m offered a deal that involves implicating others in a crime, should I accept it?
- If an alleged victim calls me during legal proceedings, what should I do?
- Can I still drive after a DUII conviction?
- I have multiple convictions, and my current charges are more severe than before. Can I avoid this?
- Can you help me if my original attorney drops my case?
- After paying bail, can I still travel?
- What if I’m arrested for something I didn’t know was illegal?
- Will my charges affect my military service opportunities?
- Can I afford your services?
- When should I contact an attorney?
- Will a conviction affect my job?
- Will my charges go on my permanent record?
- Will I go to jail?
- Is an attorney really necessary?
- What is disorderly conduct?
- Can I get my record expunged?
- What are harassment charges?
- Why was I charged with illegal weapons possession?
- Is a felony DUII different from a first-time DUII?
- Do I need an attorney for DUII charges?
- What are the penalties for cocaine possession?
- What is considered a white collar crime?
- What is reckless driving?
- What should I do if I’m charged with marijuana possession?
- Are the police allowed to lie to me?
- Do I have to let the police search my house or car?
- Can I still be convicted if I wasn’t read my rights?
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