A criminal defense law firm in Kutztown, PA puts forth substantial effort to get the best possible results for each client. However, the defense lawyer can sometimes be stymied by the behavior of the client. For example, it can be difficult to persuade the prosecution to drop or reduce charges if the person charged with the crime is posting questionable commentary and photos on social media. If the case goes before a judge, certain types of social media activity can be harmful. The judge will not be impressed with the defendant if there is evidence on social media that this person is guilty.
It becomes easy to catch a defendant in a lie if contrary evidence is posted online. An obvious example would be a person who denies owning any guns, but who has posted photos of himself holding a gun that he claims is his. Photos and commentary by other people can also be problematic. These postings may verify that a person charged with a crime was near the scene at a certain time, even though the defendant claimed to be far away.
A criminal defense law firm in Kutztown, PA may try to build a case that shows that the defendant is of excellent character. Character witnesses might include reputable individuals, such as clergy members and teachers. The case can be damaged if social media shows the defendant engaging in activities such as drinking excessively or being in a physical fight. Additionally, posting commentary with a lot of profanity will not make a good impression. Making inflammatory remarks about law enforcement is an example of commentary that is likely to raise some eyebrows.
The Law Offices of Paul S. Missan provides legal representation and counsels defendants on how to behave during a criminal case. One important action is to take down any online photos or discussion that could lead to a bad impression, and to do so as soon as possible. It may be best to deactivate accounts altogether until the case is resolved. Visit our website or our Facebook page for contact information.
