“Hi, today we’re here with Andrew Dósa, an attorney in Alameda, California and surrounding counties of Alameda, California. And, Andrew, before we start talking about other issues in the civil justice system and the criminal justice system, I’d like you to spend a minute talking about the policies and procedures that you may have enacted during this time of COVID-19 pandemic, to make the public feel safe and comfortable contacting you about the issues they may feel. I think it’s important that everybody knows when they are dealing with a professional such as yourself, what they can expect.”
“All right, well, thank you, Ray. The simple answer is that our policy really hasn’t changed. The approach I’ve taken through the years has been to do what puts the client at ease. Where they’re the most comfortable talking with me and communicating. So for example, if we began with a face-to-face meeting, but they preferred having text messages, or email messages, or phone calls afterwards, I would accommodate them and do whatever they liked, because one, it would be convenient or comfortable for them. What we’ve simply done with the pandemic that’s around us, is that we have added the possibilities of a Zoom meeting, and there are other vehicles out there besides Zoom, but that’s the one that seems to be best known.
So, what we’ll do after that is, for clients who are comfortable coming into my office and would prefer the face-to-face meeting, we can do social distancing. There’s a chair to my left that’s slightly farther than 6-feet out, maybe 8-feet out, and so the client is outside that 6-foot mark. And they can wear a mask if they want. I can wear a mask. And when they ask me for a mask, I usually wear it, but I will do what makes them comfortable. And thereafter, if Zoom meetings make it easier, than we do that. And then again, we have the other option of phone calls, text messages, or email. So, whatever will work for the client, we’ll be happy to accommodate them.”
“Well, thanks, because that’s an important aspect for people when they need to get back to their life, to find out, “hey, I need help, this is what I need to do”. I appreciate your commentary on that.”
“All right.”
“So. thank you very much, and we’ll talk again. Thank you.”
“Thank you. Thank you, Ray.”
If you’ve been charged with a crime, one of the things that you should think of is what type of defenses are available to you. There are different types of legal defenses available in criminal law, and the type of criminal defense applicable to you and your case will depend on your situation.
Criminal defense law consists of all the legal protections given to individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. In criminal court, the prosecutor must meet the burden of proof – that is, the responsibility of proving their allegations against the accused.
The police and prosecutors have plenty of resources at their disposal to go after someone and charge them with a crime. To balance the power within the justice system, certain protections are in place for the accused. These, and the skills and experience of a defense attorney will dictate how a defendant will be treated in criminal litigation.
An experienced criminal defense attorney knows how to use constitutional laws for the benefit of their client. For instance, criminal prosecution is based upon the evidence gathered by law enforcers. This evidence can be in the form of physical evidence. This will usually consist of objects found in a crime scene, like a possible weapon, tire marks, shoe print, or even tiny pieces of fabric.
Common Defenses in a Criminal Case
There are many common defenses to criminal charges. You may argue that there are inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case against you, that the evidence gathered violated your constitutional rights, or that you had a justifiable reason for committing the crime. Below are some common primary criminal law defenses.
Alibi
The defendant didn’t commit the crime you were charged for. The defense can provide an alibi proving you weren’t at the scene when the crime occurred, or present evidence and witnesses that can counter the prosecution’s case.
Self-Defense
The defendant admits to using force. However, the defense argues that it’s justified since it was done in self-defense due to the violent and threatening actions of the other party.
Insanity Defense
The defendant may plead insanity to avoid being punished, since a criminal punishment is only justified if the offender has full control over their actions and understand that what they did was wrong.
Under Influence
In certain circumstances, a defendant may commit crimes under the influence of alcohol and drugs. This can be used as a criminal defense as if it affects the defendant’s mental functioning to the point where they cannot be held accountable for their actions.
Entrapment
If law enforcement officers caused the defendant to commit a crime that they wouldn’t have otherwise committed, then it’s considered entrapment and be used as a defense in criminal court.
Innocence
Claiming innocence is one of the most basic defenses to criminal liability. You must remember that the prosecution has to prove the crime filed against you beyond a reasonable doubt. If you’re innocent, you don’t have to prove anything, but you can provide documents, testimonies, or evidence that will support the claim that you’re innocent.
Constitutional Violation
A constitutional violation is a type of criminal defense used if the evidence collected by the prosecution was gathered in a manner that violated your constitutional rights. This can include the illegal search, entry, or seizure of your house, car, clothing, etc. Failing to obtain an entry warrant, getting an improper confession, or failing to read to you your “Miranda Rights” at the time of your arrest are also constitutional violations that could lead to suppression of evidence against you or the total dismissal of the case.
Defense of Others
Similar to self-defense, you can use this type of defense if you have used a justifiable amount of force or violence to protect others who are being threatened or are in danger.
Other types of criminal defenses include defense of property, necessity, involuntary/voluntary intoxication, mistake of law, coercion, abandonment, and the statute of limitations.
If you’re accused a crime in California, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why you need an experienced defense attorney on your side when you face your charges. With over 20 years of experience successfully defending clients in California, Andrew Dósa understands the unique challenges of criminal defense in Alameda, CA and other areas in California.
Attorney Andrew Dosa Explains His Covid-19 Procedures
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Attorney Andrew Dosa Explains His Covid-19 Procedures
Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media
“Hi, today we’re here with Andrew Dósa, an attorney in Alameda, California and surrounding counties of Alameda, California. And, Andrew, before we start talking about other issues in the civil justice system and the criminal justice system, I’d like you to spend a minute talking about the policies and procedures that you may have enacted during this time of COVID-19 pandemic, to make the public feel safe and comfortable contacting you about the issues they may feel. I think it’s important that everybody knows when they are dealing with a professional such as yourself, what they can expect.”
Andrew Dósa – Civil Defense Attorney– Alameda County, CA
“All right, well, thank you, Ray. The simple answer is that our policy really hasn’t changed. The approach I’ve taken through the years has been to do what puts the client at ease. Where they’re the most comfortable talking with me and communicating. So for example, if we began with a face-to-face meeting, but they preferred having text messages, or email messages, or phone calls afterwards, I would accommodate them and do whatever they liked, because one, it would be convenient or comfortable for them. What we’ve simply done with the pandemic that’s around us, is that we have added the possibilities of a Zoom meeting, and there are other vehicles out there besides Zoom, but that’s the one that seems to be best known.
So, what we’ll do after that is, for clients who are comfortable coming into my office and would prefer the face-to-face meeting, we can do social distancing. There’s a chair to my left that’s slightly farther than 6-feet out, maybe 8-feet out, and so the client is outside that 6-foot mark. And they can wear a mask if they want. I can wear a mask. And when they ask me for a mask, I usually wear it, but I will do what makes them comfortable. And thereafter, if Zoom meetings make it easier, than we do that. And then again, we have the other option of phone calls, text messages, or email. So, whatever will work for the client, we’ll be happy to accommodate them.”
Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media
“Well, thanks, because that’s an important aspect for people when they need to get back to their life, to find out, “hey, I need help, this is what I need to do”. I appreciate your commentary on that.”
Andrew Dósa – Criminal Defense Attorney – Alameda County, CA
“All right.”
Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media
“So. thank you very much, and we’ll talk again. Thank you.”
Andrew Dósa – Criminal Defense Attorney – Alameda County, CA
“Thank you. Thank you, Ray.”
If you’ve been charged with a crime, one of the things that you should think of is what type of defenses are available to you. There are different types of legal defenses available in criminal law, and the type of criminal defense applicable to you and your case will depend on your situation.
Criminal defense law consists of all the legal protections given to individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. In criminal court, the prosecutor must meet the burden of proof – that is, the responsibility of proving their allegations against the accused.
The police and prosecutors have plenty of resources at their disposal to go after someone and charge them with a crime. To balance the power within the justice system, certain protections are in place for the accused. These, and the skills and experience of a defense attorney will dictate how a defendant will be treated in criminal litigation.
An experienced criminal defense attorney knows how to use constitutional laws for the benefit of their client. For instance, criminal prosecution is based upon the evidence gathered by law enforcers. This evidence can be in the form of physical evidence. This will usually consist of objects found in a crime scene, like a possible weapon, tire marks, shoe print, or even tiny pieces of fabric.
Common Defenses in a Criminal Case
There are many common defenses to criminal charges. You may argue that there are inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case against you, that the evidence gathered violated your constitutional rights, or that you had a justifiable reason for committing the crime. Below are some common primary criminal law defenses.
Alibi
The defendant didn’t commit the crime you were charged for. The defense can provide an alibi proving you weren’t at the scene when the crime occurred, or present evidence and witnesses that can counter the prosecution’s case.
Self-Defense
The defendant admits to using force. However, the defense argues that it’s justified since it was done in self-defense due to the violent and threatening actions of the other party.
Insanity Defense
The defendant may plead insanity to avoid being punished, since a criminal punishment is only justified if the offender has full control over their actions and understand that what they did was wrong.
Under Influence
In certain circumstances, a defendant may commit crimes under the influence of alcohol and drugs. This can be used as a criminal defense as if it affects the defendant’s mental functioning to the point where they cannot be held accountable for their actions.
Entrapment
If law enforcement officers caused the defendant to commit a crime that they wouldn’t have otherwise committed, then it’s considered entrapment and be used as a defense in criminal court.
Innocence
Claiming innocence is one of the most basic defenses to criminal liability. You must remember that the prosecution has to prove the crime filed against you beyond a reasonable doubt. If you’re innocent, you don’t have to prove anything, but you can provide documents, testimonies, or evidence that will support the claim that you’re innocent.
Constitutional Violation
A constitutional violation is a type of criminal defense used if the evidence collected by the prosecution was gathered in a manner that violated your constitutional rights. This can include the illegal search, entry, or seizure of your house, car, clothing, etc. Failing to obtain an entry warrant, getting an improper confession, or failing to read to you your “Miranda Rights” at the time of your arrest are also constitutional violations that could lead to suppression of evidence against you or the total dismissal of the case.
Defense of Others
Similar to self-defense, you can use this type of defense if you have used a justifiable amount of force or violence to protect others who are being threatened or are in danger.
Other types of criminal defenses include defense of property, necessity, involuntary/voluntary intoxication, mistake of law, coercion, abandonment, and the statute of limitations.
If you’re accused a crime in California, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why you need an experienced defense attorney on your side when you face your charges. With over 20 years of experience successfully defending clients in California, Andrew Dósa understands the unique challenges of criminal defense in Alameda, CA and other areas in California.
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