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Attorney Vanderhorst is an experienced negotiator
and is usually able to resolve a case before trial. However, if the facts
of your case justify a fight all the way to trial, he will be prepared to
go to trial for you to defend your interest.
It is very important to remember that if a law
enforcement officer or private investigator contacts you that you have the
right under the California and Federal Constitution to remain silent and
to not give any statement without your attorney being present. My advice
to anyone who has been arrested or who is the focus of a criminal
investigation is to not speak other than to identify themself. You must
insist that you be given the opportunity to speak to an attorney. Many
people call me after they have given a statement and then ask for my
assistance. It is usually too late if the person has admitted to some
wrongdoing or has given information that only the wrongdoer would know to
the investigating officer. In such situations, the outcome of the case is
almost sealed or foregone.
If you have been contacted by law enforcement or
are placed under arrest by a law enforcement agency please remember your
right to remain silent and your right to have an attorney present during
questioning. Please do not say anything other than your name. Immediately
ask to call an attorney (preferably me) at my Porterville office (559)
781-0506 or at my Delano office, (661) 725-0506.
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