Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Control the Media Dialogue in Minnesota -Video
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In high profile criminal cases in Minnesota, the media can have a field day and the public dialogue con spin out of control. The fear is the impact that it can have on a client getting a fair trial. At the same time, while it is important to be able to respond to what is being said in the press, is it possible for a criminal defense attorney to control the dialogue in the press? This is an age old question. It is sometimes possible but criminal defense attorneys also need to be careful about what they say. It is possible that they may be admitting to specific facts or even opening their clients up to additional charges and even limiting their defenses.
St. Paul, MN Criminal Defense Attorney Jack Rice appears one Court TV on 1/27/22 on why it takes experience with the press to make sure you control the dialogue without making client admissions. Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney. If you are facing serious criminal charges in St. Paul, MN, contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.