Can I get my attorney right now because I want to get my bond reduced?
Once our office is appointed by the court, it usually takes 5 - 7 days for an attorney to be assigned and to receive your file. Once your attorney is assigned, you can call and discuss the possibility of modifying your release conditions. You will have to discuss some specific details of your case and situation before your attorney can tell you if it appropriate to file the motion.

It is important to know that modification of release conditions is not appropriate in every case. Also, it can take several weeks for the court to address release conditions, as your attorney must file a written motion and the prosecutor is allowed time to respond.

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1. How do I get a Public Defender?
2. When will I meet with my Public Defender?
3. How can I help my attorney?
4. What type of cases does the Public Defender’s office handle?
5. Why was I told to contact your office within in 2 days of being released from jail?
6. Where and when can I get a copy of my police report?
7. What is a preliminary hearing?
8. What happens at the Initial Pretrial Conference?
9. Why was my hearing vacated?
10. Who has a right to file a notice of appeal?
11. How much time do I have to file a notice of appeal from a Superior Court case?
12. Who files the notice of appeal?
13. Who has a right to file a PCR (petition for post-conviction relief)?
14. How much time do I have to file a PCR?
15. I missed my court hearing, what do I do?
16. Can I get my attorney right now because I want to get my bond reduced?
17. How often should I expect to hear from my attorney?
18. I was told my case was “Scratched.” What does that mean?