What to Do if the Macon County Alabama Sheriff Arrests You

When a Macon County Sheriff's officer stops you, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. If the officer then places you under arrest with criminal allegations, it can be downright frightening. Many people in this situation do not know what to do - or what not to do. However, your actions following an arrest can have important effects on your criminal case. 

Keep in mind that when a Macon County Sheriff arrests you, the most important thing you can do is hire a criminal defense attorney to begin protecting your rights.

Cooperate With Officers

It is critical that you are polite and cooperative during the arrest process. Even if you believe the arrest is wrongful, fighting with sheriff’s officers will not help you. In fact, any conflict can even lead to additional charges against you. If your arrest is wrongful, your defense attorney can work on getting the charges dropped later on.

Know Your Rights

The law provides you with important rights when you are in police custody. You have the right to be free from unreasonable force by officers. Further, if a sheriff wants to question you about the offense or anything else material, they must inform you of your Miranda rights, which include:

• The right to remain silent
• The right to an attorney

You should always invoke these rights and refrain from answering any material police questions. Once you have a defense lawyer representing you, they can oversee all communications with officers to prevent you from saying anything that can hurt your case.

Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer

Always seek defense representation right after an arrest. You should do this even if the prosecutor has not yet filed charges. A lawyer can work to avoid charges from being filed whenever possible. 

Your attorney can immediately begin to investigate the circumstances of your case and the allegations against you. They can review the evidence the prosecutor plans to use against you, and collect evidence in support of your defense. 

You need guidance from a legal professional throughout every stage of your case. You should never appear in court, speak with law enforcement or prosecutors, or plead guilty to any charges without a defense attorney advising you. 

Speak With a Macon Criminal Defense Attorney Immediately

After an arrest, it is easy to panic about your future. However, you do not need to face the criminal process alone. The law firm of Wallace D. Mills, PC, defends against a wide range of criminal offenses, including misdemeanors, DUI, drug crimes, white collar offenses, and even capital murder. Always take all criminal charges seriously, even if they seem relatively minor. Even a misdemeanor conviction will go on your record and have lasting consequences in your life.

Contact us if you’ve been arrested by a Macon County Sheriff. We can get to work investigating your charges and building a strong defense. Calling us immediately can help protect your rights and avoid wrongful convictions or overly harsh penalties. There is no need to panic with our law firm on your side.