Have You Been Falsely Accused of a Crime?

When you have been falsely accused of a crime, there are certain things you should do in creating a strong defense from the very beginning. In a situation where you are being accused falsely, you can experience high levels of stress and worry. Having to defend yourself against something you know you didn’t do puts you in a position of fighting for your innocence.

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Playing a defensive game is always tough and the stress may cause you to not think clearly. If you are facing false allegations, you should take immediate steps to assert your legal rights and protect your name and reputation. Working with a criminal defense attorney who has experience in defending against false accusations will be imperative. In this article, we outline the steps you should take to put yourself in a position of having the best possible outcome.

Fight Your First Impulse – Say Nothing

Be aware that your first impulse, shouting your innocence may not be the right thing to do. Once you have been accused of a crime, it is important to be aware of the actions you take and the things you say because everything can be used against you in court. You don’t need to proclaim your innocence right from the start. It is better to say nothing at all.

Maybe you think that just because you didn’t commit the crime, truth will prevail and you will be exonerated. Sadly, this way of thinking can be incorrect. In a perfect world, you would be able to prove your case and the charges would be dropped. You may think you have an iron-clad case and everyone will see it, when in actuality, there may be room for doubt.

Remain Calm

First and foremost, remain calm. We realize this is easier said than done; however, you will need a cool head to think through what you need to do. If you lash out or act foolishly, it can give the other side more evidence to use against you. For instance, if you are being prosecuted for sexual offenses, demonstrating aggressive behavior now could influence a judge’s decision. Stay calm and collected, especially with any encounters you have with the police.

Retain Legal Counsel with a Criminal Defense Attorney

Be sure to hire a competent attorney who has experience with false accusations like you are experiencing. Ask the attorney for their experience regarding false accusations and choose one that you trust to advocate on your behalf.

An experienced defense attorney will guide you through the landmines. He/she will be proactive in considering the evidence, or lack of evidence against you and in discussing the strengths and weaknesses of a case before the institution of charges. Defense lawyers may call detectives and other law enforcement officers to advise them that you will not be giving a statement of cooperating with an investigation. The attorney will know what to do and what not to do in your regard, whereas you may not know.

Gather Evidence

Preparing a defense may include gathering documents and evidence, speaking with potential witnesses, confirming contact information, taking pictures, and visiting the alleged crime scene. A lot depends on the nature and circumstances of the allegations. Anything that exists relating to the incident or events that have caused you to be falsely accused is critical in building your defense. This can include clothing, photos, video, social media, and any other object that is related to the incident. Write down what you remember about any interactions you may have had with your accuser and make note of any witnesses who may have been present at the time and can help prove your innocence.

Contact Us If You Are Falsely Accused

If you have been accused falsely of a crime, contact us immediately! You will need expert advice and counsel in fighting the allegations against you. We can do that for you. We are experienced in these cases and can get you in front of the process. We serve clients across Wake County, including Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, Garner, Wendell, Wake Forest, Rolesville, and Knightdale. Contact us at (919) 239-8448 or fill out a contact form for a FREE consultation.

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I cannot say enough about Attorney Coolidge and his staff. He’s handed several matters for me and in every instance he has exceeded my expectations. He even answered a frantic call from me on a Saturday night. I called in desperation not really expecting an answer. Mr. Coolidge delivered on all that he promised and more. I highly recommend.

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I can not say enough good about David Coolidge and the Law Firm! From the moment of our 1st interaction, I could tell that David TRULY cares and has a passion about the cases he takes on. I was anxious and nervous about my case from the beginning. David immediately showed his support and listened with an empathetic ear. From that moment on, I felt as though I knew I could trust him to put his whole heart into helping me with my case. He is intelligent, kind and completely nonjudgmental. He will listen to you and is so very supportive. I really felt, and still do, that he really cared about helping me. His passion for his work and in helping others shines. We VERY HAPPILY, had a GREAT outcome from the case and I could not be happier. As I told him when we left the court room that morning... “David, you have changed my life forever”. I would recommend David and this Law Firm to EVERYONE who is reading this review.

- Brian L.

David Coolidge is a wonderful attorney! I hired him twice for two different cases that I had which were only 2 months apart. He's very thorough and efficient. I was even able to reach him after hours through phone calls, texts, and email. Hopefully I never need his services again but if I am in a similar predicament I would most definitely hire David again.

- Tiffany C.

Excellent Customer Service. I had a Speeding ticket and they resolved it positively with no points on my Driver License. They represented me in Court and by midday on the Court date, they had updated me on the outcome. Very efficient service. I highly recommend them if you are in need of Legal Services.

- Stephen O.

I got a speeding ticket for going 17 over. They sent me a letter in the mail explaining that I could plead improper equipment and get no points on my insurance or license. They even gave me the fees straight out on the letter including court costs. They represented me and made the ticket go away.

- David G.

I cannot say enough about Attorney Coolidge and his staff. He’s handed several matters for me and in every instance he has exceeded my expectations. He even answered a frantic call from me on a Saturday night. I called in desperation not really expecting an answer. Mr. Coolidge delivered on all that he promised and more. I highly recommend.

- Craig S.