Beeing Bee

Citations and allegations both civil and criminal are uncomfortable to receive. This article provides useful tips to help you advocate for yourself in the court of law. Your side of the story matters. Your overall well-being is important. 

Talk with yourself quietly 

The first thing you should do is have a private conversation with yourself. Explain your side of the story from beginning to end. This will help you decide which plea to make. Whether you’re innocent or not, you have a story to tell. What’s your criminal background like, your upbringing? Are you enrolled in college or graduated? All of these factors can be useful in your case. 

Consult with a higher power 

Consulting with a higher power means praying and/or meditating to a religious or spiritual entity. Based on your knowledge of the action, how would this higher power view you? Was the act done in good faith? Was it accidental based on circumstance? Was it purposeful with full intent ? Were you truly afraid ? Were you swayed by judgement or prejudice? 

Watch YouTube videos on the alleged charge 

If the criminal justice system has written you a citation for something, someone has already done it before you. YouTube has video footage of News Clips, Real Online Jury Hearings, and Advice from Professional Lawyers. Study these videos. They will provide you insight on what people have done, what evidence prosecutors have used, and how the defendants have explained themselves in court. 

Read your State Statute

The citation will have a specific code, a mixture of numbers and letters. There is a handbook that has all of the information on what the crime is exactly in the eyes of the court. If you study this statement you will be able to explain what truly happen, in comparison to the alleged statement. 

Create a list of questions from the prosecutor’s perspective 

The prosecutor’s entire purpose is to make you look bad. You need to be ahead of them. Reflect on the quiet conversation you had with yourself. Write down a list of questions a prosecutor could ask you on the stand. 

Examples: 

• Did you commit XYZ crime? 
• How did you commit XYZ crime? 
• Why did you commit XYZ crime ?
• Who was a part of this crime ?

The prosecutor will have very tailored questions so be prepared to write down specific questions to your case. 

Consult with a Lawyer

Call a few lawyers and ask them for a free consultation/ quick questions. Be sure to not say ANYTHING that could potentially incriminate you if that recording was exposed. Your lawyer will be able to best defend you if they believe in you. If money is a concern, ask them how much they charge for XYZ citation defense. If money is not a concern, do your research on the best Lawyer you can get for this specific matter.

Remember your Lawyer was not at the alleged crime scene 

Your Lawyer will often do their best to defend you with the knowledge and expertise they have. However, they were not at the alleged crime scene. They can only help you as much as you help them. By preparing yourself in advance you give your Lawyer leverage on how to best support you. 

Know that you don’t need a Lawyer to win 

Although Lawyers can be incredible tools for success, they aren’t always required to win your case. If you come prepared, confident and in good karma your chances of winning are high. 

Review/Study the Police Report 

Police reports are often used in court. If you review the police report you know exactly what was said about the situation. When you study the Police Report you may begin to notice errors or false information. This will be especially helpful in your case. 

Write self-advocating letters to the Judge

Once you receive your court date, you will be notified who the judge is. Writing letters to the judge that are NOT incriminating and could be used in the case is important. If you notice an error in the police report, make a statement about it. If you know that video footage could prove your innocence, ask for it to be used. If you’d like to request accommodations this is the place to do so. You could even share information with the judge that allows them to get a better view of who you are. An introductory letter of your character. The Judge is very busy and will see multiple cases that day. You are only given an allotted amount of time, so information beforehand could help them determine your innocence quicker. 

Not Incriminating

I’ve used the term incriminating multiple times throughout this article. I define it as saying or doing things that prove you to be guilty of the criminal offense. If you don’t wish to plead guilty, avoid saying things that state you are. Say alleged offense when speaking about the citation. This gives the courts notice that the offense is but a mere allegation. Something not proven to be true. If you plan to represent yourself, watch political interviews. Politicians often do an excellent job answering leading questions. Answer what you want them to hear. If you need professional help with your responses, consult with your Lawyer.

Disclosure 

Although I hope this advice serves you all well, I am not a Lawyer. This article should not be used as Legal advice. This article provides you with independently tested methods of self advocacy. I will not be held liable for the outcome of any of your legal cases.

Blessings on your journey,

Beeing Bee