Download or read book The Defense Begins written by K. Ryan Helmick and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2020-07-05 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The attached book is a great success to guide the laymen through the intricacies of the criminal justice system. Likewise, its author, Ryan Helmick, is a dynamic, well-respected, proactive attorney. Read the book carefully for it will answer a great majority of questions other than those unique to your own case. Be candid with your attorney for those conversations are privileged or confidential under the law and may help to structure a defense or provide mitigation. Being charged with a crime and the court procedures which follow require patience and understanding. You should follow your attorney's advice, ask questions, and assist him in providing your defense. Think of going to an attorney as though you were going to a doctor. You would listen to the doctor's advice and you would comply with his directives. Your counsel understands the intricacies of the system, knows the personalities of the opposition, is well respected by the court, and no doubt will assist you greatly. Always be prepared and good luck on your path through the criminal justice system. William B. Terry Attorney at Law Admitted to Practice 1973