Falsely Accused? 3 Things That May Save You | Washington State

Experienced Attorney Lance Fryrear covers the topic: Falsely Accused? 3 Things That May Save You. In this video, Lance discusses a few of a defendant's options if they have been falsely accused of a crime. If you have more questions or think you may need an attorney's help, please give our office a call. We are here for you!
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[@tooge47]

being totally innocent, I get MORE ANGRY as time passes

[@nighthawk5859]

Same man. I was falsely accused of Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

[@tooge47]

@@nighthawk5859 MY 'deadly weapon" was the TRUTH his actions are CRIMINAL

[@oanthatakealeboga571]

It's been 2 years and I'm still waiting for a court date or settlement... Whichever comes first... I hate police since then...

[@tooge47]

@@oanthatakealeboga571 meeting soon with my federal civil rights attorneys, will ask why no one has attempted to have the courts strike down qualified immunity

[@chadtoews5407]

Same!!

[@ianbattles7290]

15 years ago, I was convicted of a crime I did not commit and the anger never goes away. My life was at the mercy of *a prosecutor who did not care about the truth.*

[@Pandagame230]

Which crime you was convicted of?

[@user-zi1wn9sv3h]

what do you do if this happens can you sue??? I really enjoyed the video but I thought he was going to tell us what to do if that happens to you

[@williamduke8331]

When someone accuses you of something you didn't do or are not doing they are falsely accusing you. False allegations are harmful to the person being falsely accused. The person making the false allegations has no right to expect the person they are falsely accusing to just accept the consequences of being falsely accused. When the person being falsely accused confronts the accuser the accuser does not become the victim by virtue of the fact that they are being called out for their false allegations. The person making the false allegations does not become the victim when they are confronted. They are not a victim, they are caught!

[@user-bx3hj2ge4h]

Advice to all, Don’t hire an idiot . Stay calm ! And this video is awesome! Love the way you break down the motives for people . With the little pictures on the side !

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Thank you so much. Many attorneys are great - some are not so great. Trust your gut. Thank you for your comment and thank you for watching.

[@sistersister8830]

How to you stop the persecutor from stalling the case trying to financially break you into taking a plea deal for a crime you didn't commit? A person shouldn't have to beg to go to trial, the judicial system is too corrupt and needs to be disbanded and redone. Don't even get me started on tribal and family courts.

[@overcomingnarcissism]

Agreed ❤

[@marvinhunt8276]

The 6a gives you a right to a jury trial by a jury of your own peers.

[@sistersister8830]

@@marvinhunt8276 Yeah the point is before you get to trial they stall the crap out of the system throwing bs plea deals at people who already are financially struggling because of false charges. Most don't make it to trial because of how they financially break people.

[@GuinessHangover]

I'm dealing with this exact situation, I haven't seen or spoken to my children in 9 months, and I have had two "early resolution conferences" rescheduled with no end in sight.

[@googlegmail9888]

@@marvinhunt8276really? That could be rigged lol

[@minstinct280]

And this is exactly why I record 24/7 wherever I go. Evil liars out there!

[@TheLanceLawyers]

That is very useful. Not a bad idea.

[@jonahtwhale1779]

What hardware do you use? Most body cams have limited battery life.

[@user-dd2gf1it1t]

Just because you have audio/video records does not mean that they will be admitted as evidence by (the proverbial) Judge Judy. The relevant times and dates have to be backed up with some kind of "expert witnesses"/technology that is unimpeachable.

[@kerritrouble3473]

Unfortunately some States/Commonwealths don’t allow you to record people without their knowledge and consent.

[@marvinhunt8276]

​@@jonahtwhale1779 This is why I have home security as well. I have the worst possible neighbors. Drug addicts and felons.

[@brendannegron2773]

I was falsely accused and wrongly convicted. I did a lot of work on my case: 40+ hours of service, 12+ hours of anger management, joined a church, helped my community. The prosecutor KNOWS his "victim" lied, yet he is ALL IN on pushing the case. I would like someone to look up TOM SWINK of WILSON COUNTY, TN. Can anyone help me understand why this guy has targeted me so maliciously?

[@nighthawk5859]

Good luck man

[@jans724]

I think many prosecutors dont give a shit about the truth or about justice, they just want to get attention, win a case and promote their careers. I have been prosecuted twice by a female prosecutor who must know that the allegations by my ex (a covert narcissist) are false. Her story is simply so crazy and exaggerated that no sane person can believe it. I was aquitted first but the prosecutor is at it again. In my opinion it is an abuse of office and violation of the principle to be objective. I have lost all faith in the prosecutors office. Many may be narcissists themselves. I must hope the courts are better. It is very hard to lose faith in the system. Anyway, good luck man!!

[@1mikesofocused42]

You have witnesses against your accuser. They need to have testimony and an affidavit a complaint with certified receipts to prover their case against you. And you have to face your accuser and be to cross examine them that's your 6th amendment right.

[@gfrancogmailcom]

I hear you, same thing, prosecutor won't try to find the truth, forget about the allegations and focus on make the prosecutor happy with classes and guarantees of any kind, keep doing it for as long it takes, it took me 4 years to dismiss my case, since the first 2 years I hired the wrong lawyer, I was so naive and trusted on justice, it was my traffic attorney since I wrongly thought was a very simple case, he made everything more difficult and finally hired Lance I got my life back after 2 more hard years. I'm with you and don't give up.

[@BlackDahlia0393]

Going through something similar plaintiff will dismiss charges if I simply waive my rights to sue. The plaintiff lied in the accusation and abused the process for protective order to circumvent an eviction proceeding after they wanted me out immeadiatly but I just wanted a little time to make arrangements. She said I yelled at her and threatened her but I had no reason too as I stood on my rights as a tenant and was punished for exercising /asserting them. Police who came to scene said they didn’t believe a crime had occurred so she went and took out a protective order and criminal charge herself. I wanted to take it all the way but attorney is pushing for settlement after I paid a flat rate. He has on several occasions misrepresented updates with my case and allowed me to harm my case my not intervening when I told him I intended to file a demand letter and cease and desist for defamation and harassment I in order to encourage me to settle saying this won’t go the way you think it will. I never had an initial meeting with him to give my side of events, and I believe he thinks I’m guilty as he keeps advocating for the other side and won’t negotiate for favorable terms that I consider to be mutual consideration in the agreement. She owes me back money for rent, and has not tried to recover has pretty much told me I’m not getting it back. There is really nothing favorable about the settlement agreement other than being finished with the situation and done with an attorney who arbitrates and doesn’t want to litigate. It’s the craziest thing being thrown out of a house that you own because of instruments that were obtained through perjury and fraud and I believe an abuse of process as well as deprivation of civil rights under color of law. I just get angrier and angrier reliving the past events.

[@sirmuff01]

My husband was falsely accused of something at work buy a 22 year old lady. This is not the first time he's had a run-in with her when he first started he had to go to the manager the cuts of her harassment and he says that the manager even seen her push him. This time it's may cost him his job. After 3 years of being a loyal employee this new supervisor has taken it to the Limit. Thank you for this info.

[@terrencemilton5088]

Accusations with no evidence are just Accusations. Anyone can say anything....where's your proof?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

If only that is how it worked. Once law enforcement believes a "victim", that is proof enough for them to proceed. It is up to you and your attorney to get the system to see the truth of the accused. We agree with you. Thank you for you comment.

[@Dazyredfox87]

Thank you for sharing. Your words are encouraging. ❤

[@kerritrouble3473]

Definitely if you’re in Washington State, hire this attorney!

[@dclarke1896]

Thank you for talking about this!

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Thank you for your comment!

[@cindyw9697]

Very helpful thank you.

[@andrewmartinez2153]

Great job 👍

[@Vikngsoul]

Do you have a video on recovering costs and or damages incurred by being falsely accused, such as defense costs, having to maintain a second home if ordered out of your primary dwelling, court and filing fees? Loss of wages due to legal appearances in court or with an attorney, or the loss of ones job because of allegations or time taken off the job to handle matters?

[@nosajsamaniego4512]

This would be good;

[@TheLanceLawyers]

In Washington state the only criminal law statue that we are aware that allows recovery of criminal defense costs is one where if a jury find a defendant not guilty of a crime by reason of self defense, the court can order the state to pay the defense costs for the defendant. We would imagine that a civil lawyer may be able to sue someone in a tort claim if that lawyer could show purposeful malice in the prosecution of case.

[@jonahtwhale1779]

Any allegation needs to be based on a good faith belief. If there is some evidence behind the this belief then you may be out of luck. If you there is no evidence behind the accusation then malice can be inferred and you can sue for slander.

[@iheartherbs]

You should have filed a cross claim in the case.

[@flipper184]

Thanks for posting.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Of course.

[@briansyn1968]

What happens if the accuser drops the accusation (in an employment environment). It seems their privacy is protected but the formerly accused is left in pieces. ? Brilliant video!

[@rights_are_god_given]

Thanks Lance, I'm in this exact position. Hired an attorney, he failed me miserably, then got a public defender, then another and had two public defenders working against me. I fired them and I'm still pushing forward.

[@tidalrage7272]

How is it going

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We are sorry to hear about your position. We hope you get the outcome you desire. Thank you for watching.

[@reycfd7753]

Great! Thanks, Attorney!

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Thank you for visiting our channel! :)

[@reswobiandreaming3644]

This is exactly how things panned out for us. Our accusers were paediatricians in the Bundaberg Hospital who did not have the nursing staff to treat our youngest child. They constructed a narrative that we starved our children but the lies really don't hold up over time. A year later and the prosecution is backing out of the case, especially after I filed my affidavit to court.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Exactly. Over time lies by a witness of victim often fade away as the person making the claims has less interest in maintaining the claims or is unable to stand up to pressure from their claims being scrutinized. Great work on your case.

[@jonahtwhale1779]

Countersue for defamation.

[@pipypoppy]

I finally found a place where i can get solice🤦🏼‍♂️ being accused by officers of theft when i havent stolen anything is frustrating

[@xaraxara4708]

Thank you

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Thank you for your comment!

[@demonsrain3770]

I really need this bro my ex is currently trying to put a restraining order on me and her and her mom has been blowing up my phone saying lies and horrible things and I have never experienced this and I’m not going to lie it scares me that I might not to see my daughter again but after this I really think you answer a lot of questions I was asking my self thank you 💯

[@tamaragregory1560]

This is happening to my son right at this moment he didnt do anything he has never been in trouble in his life..He has been falsely accused of something horrible..thamk you for the video very informative and helpful athis experience is a complete nightmare for him and everyone who knows and love him

[@paddy8391]

Hi Lance, give you the basic info. I am being falsely accused (started in Aug 2023 police charge me), haven't been to court at all yet, I don't go anywhere near my accusers or their home at all, that is certain! They live 12 doors down from my home and now on my home security system I am seeing them lurking at the entrance to my corner property standing, looking in and they stop in their car for a number of minutes clearly looking in to my property. I do not engage at all, I stay inside my home. I do have good legal representation for my situation. Can I get an court intervention order against them for stalking?

[@realjaxon]

Hi Lance. I was recently fired a month and a half ago for a false allegation of sexual harassment. BTW, I live in the at will state of Washington state. I've asked my former employer more than once who made the accusation? They didn't tell me the day I was fired, and they won't tell me as of yesterday when I called the HR person. I wasn't given a minute to defend myself. I believe it's a case of age discrimination on the part of the employer. The new manager had made it known to more than one person that he wanted me out. I'm 66 1/2 years old. Coincidentally, the exact age that I'm eligible for Social Security. I had no thought whatsoever of retiring until I would be 70, and I let other coworkers know it. I'm still in very good health as I have no issues at all. I was NEVER late for work, and I always got my work completed. And I was never written up for anything. I was told early on when I first started working the swing shift, that the company doesn't pay unemployment compensation. I now know this to be true. I was denied UI compensation. I had to take out my 401k before I wanted to, and I'm now contemplating claiming Social Security, which will be more than $600 less than if I retired at 70 as I had planned to do. I haven't had any other income other than the 401k. I worked for a Pepsi affiliated bottling company. The company is 'Noel Bottling and Canning' here in Yakima, Washington. They don't want me talking to any current employees at all for fear (I'm sure) that they may say something that would help me. I showed up at the company gate where I talked to a current female employee about this. Her and I get along fine, and there is no animosity between us. I thought that she was the one who accused me, but she said that she didn't say anything. We both said our goodbyes smiling at each other. I was told by HR that it was harassment, and if I show up on company property again, the police will be called. I told HR that it wasn't harassment at all. They definitely have a fear factor. My question is: Is the employer required to tell the accused who made the allegation? And are polygraph tests allowed ? I know for a fact that they would fail it.

[@kingdomcalled1403]

My accuser is bipolar and has caused many others a ton of grief by habitually lying. Then followed by a policeman who lied under oath. I was arrested and denied my medication causing me to have a stroke followed by another stroke (40 hours later) while standing cuffed and chained in a courtroom while everyone else was sitting down. What should I do? Thank you…

[@teksight9714]

I hope you are doing better healthwise. Most people don't realize the system is incentivised to get convictions. It's good job security for all involved including the jailers. My experience has been that a person is guilty until proven innocent. Look at it like a person playing poker in a crooked card game. Sometimes it is better to fold and make the deal if the stakes are too high like lots of prison time. Either way like someone advised me, don't let it define who you are. Character is what most people value. Be of good character and forgiving and keep a good attitude and stoic outlook. If you can't get them to see the truth, at least most people will respect you.

[@missa1292]

Get you a civil rights lawyer

[@kingdomcalled1403]

@@missa1292 I’m working on this. A similar case was settled in Denver for I think… $11.7mil and I’m told my case might be stronger than this one but, finding the right lawyer or lawyers is key 🔑 I’m in Ohio and it’s like most all the lawyers belong to a sort of; Buddy Buddy system 😳🤷🏽‍♂️😵‍💫

[@tooge47]

when I mentioned the DA'S name to a prominent Baton Rouge criminal defense attorney, he said, and I quote " if I have to deal with XXXXXXXX, I hope he took his bi-polar medicine that morning.' Once I found MY attorney, SHE said " if I have to deal with XXXXXXX, I hope he took his anti-psychotic medicine that morning" True statements

[@miguelberetta7887]

I'm EXTREMELY annoyed right now. I turned myself in and my lawyer didnt notify me of a 24hour hold after booking (34 hours spent in holding) and in my bond conditions, I'm not able to leave the county despite having ZERO priors, house is barely in county lines, and that I work all over the city. I called him this Saturday and asked if we can speak Monday. Why am I paying you a retainer if I'm constantly being blindsided?

[@DanyLeeRoth]

In Germany is very difficult to make fals acusations because the justice muss prove the acusations.

[@mikepayne5780]

I'll do what ever it takes to clear my name

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Amen!

[@TAMMYVANCE205]

Down the road i will be goimg to Court over this!!!!

[@tommartin7506]

I been there before. At the final pfa hearing the ex lied about having a torn ligament and a concussion. After i reluctantly plead guilty. I asked my lawyer for my case file. Thats where i compared the final pfa transcripts to the medical report from the hospital. Every box had a no checked off.

[@tommartin7506]

Update. I scheduled an appointment for Thursday. I'm going to an expungement and pardon clinic. I'm hoping I'll find a lawyer that will be willing to do a writ

[@XquisiteAmat]

I got accused of Elder abuse of my mother by an Anonymous person (whom I suspect is a family member who wants to be involved more directly in mother's care). How can I protect myself or get info on who submitted this false claim.

[@NewfieGeekMedia]

I've been falsely accused. Thankfully I wasn't convicted. However, this person threatened me and assaulted me. Police decided to investigate him instead of them when I filed a police report. I want to take this to court, but our criminal justice system is designed to protect criminals.

[@katieb1932]

Falsely accuse me - you better hide

[@beautifulbrokenmommyof1]

My ex claimed false alignment 😢 I had to make sure I had police officers and they didn't even keep my ex off Me while I was trying to get me and my son out of the toxic unhealthy and unsopprtive

[@topherwhite370]

This is a bit of concern for me. People think that name + DOB is unique, but I know there are at least 2 other people who have my exact name & DOB. I know this because we’ve had insurance mix-ups. One is n the Midwest and (unintentionally) used my vision benefit; in another case, I got the reimbursement check for a dental procedure in Florida. This is exacerbated by the fact that there are only a few large insurance providers (in my case, United Healthcare and Delta Dental). When I read stories about people held for weeks in jail only to discover they had the wrong person, I get a little scared. Heck, there are three people with my name who have bought cars from Lee Johnson Chevy (discovered trying to pull up the service record for my car). So, yeah … this is an actual concern for me.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Yes, we agree. We have seen multiple cases with mistaken identities due to similar or identical names. In Washington state, people can ask for certain warnings to be put on their drivers license or other law enforcement notifiers if any issues like this come to light. Some people choose to change their name in order to avoid this in the future. We are not sure what is right for you but we appreciate your comment, thanks for watching.

[@markh4926]

Thanks for the video. Anything helps as the mind reels. I made an enemy with a girl, I turned her offer of sex down. She has been spreading lies and rumors about me for about two years now with some joining her because she is just the sweetest little and most innocent girl you have ever met. It came to a head at one AA meeting where I made a new girl laugh, that was my sin. Three people stood up and publicly accused me of being a predator. I tried to live with that, asking for those people to produce a witness and other things. Another girl got a message about me and joined in on the accusations, she called me an old pervert. I left AA as a result, too many friends lost and the liars seem to be happy about it. One of my accusers came up behind me one morning and began to massage my shoulders, I don't know what that means but it was unwelcome. I have no idea what to do. I have no money to hire a lawyer for a Civil Case of Defamation. It's a small town and those people have about wrecked me.

[@Medietos]

Good Sir, What when it is much worse than just being falsely accused?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We think most people think that being falsely accused is a terrible experience. We hope it never happens to anyone.

[@Dmc00777]

What if a family member is the only witness to the false accusation ? can someone help

[@pixigirl4u2]

Hello im going through this right now. My son and i are being falsley accused of very serious crime. I am out on bail but my son has been locked up for almost 2 years. Today my public defender tried to withdraw from the case and he totally lied and the judge believed him but denied for him to withdraw. Im so frustrated i am afraid this attorney is going to get me convicted. He is very mean and ugly to me. I really need some help here im at my whitts end. Ive tried to find help but doesnt seem like anyone will help without a lot of money.

[@israelmondragon2664]

Will a video of her admitting to setting me up by calling the cops and kicking me out of this country help me get DVOR dismissed?

[@dr.debbiewilliams4263]

If you saw all of the things that they said. How can I do alcohol management when I don't drink alcoholic beverages or beer. What are they going to detox?

[@RicardoRoams]

What if you're falsely accused by the police of DUI? I'm a 71 year old male with extremely long hair, piercings and facial hair. I plan to do an around the country road trip later this year. I have personalized California license plates on my Jeep. Everyone hates Californians these days so I expect to be pulled over a lot. The cop will take one look at my appearance and assume I do drugs, or deal in drugs or both. The fact is I do NOT drink alcohol, EVER! And I don't smoke anything or do any illegal drugs. But do you think the cop is going to believe me? I will refuse any field sobriety tests. At my age with my bad knees there is no way I could pass those tests. I have no intention of providing evidence for the cop to use against me in court. And at this moment, I'm leaning towards refusing to do roadside breathalyzers even though some states punish those who refuse. Those roadside breathalyzers are notoriously unreliable. And even if you blow zero, the cop will then try and claim you're on drugs. If a cop wants you to do field sobriety tests he already believes you are DUI. So I probably will be arrested even though I'm totally innocent. At that point I will submit to a blood test. I'm just wondering if there's anything I can do to protect myself to avoid being arrested?

[@robertsteinbach7325]

I heard from my lawyer friend that in Georgia, and many other states, you can refuse the roadside breathalyzers without losing your license. It is the more accurate and calibrated alcohol breath analyzer at the station that refusal has consequences. Sure they may drag you down to the station but if refuse the sobriety test and roadside breath test and you blow a zero on the true breath test at the station, they don't have evidence. A few hours lost beats a wrongful DUI conviction, right? And its a chance to make the cops look like chumps. Look it up yourself. This is not legal advice disclaimer.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

In most cases, speaking calmly and respectfully to law enforecment will improve your chances of avoiding wrongful arrest. Lance is a big reader of the book "The Four Agreements", one of which is, "Don't make assumptions". It may be best to believe that a trained officer will know you are not under the influence. In Washington state, it would likely be best to refuse the field tests but take the breath or blood tests as that would show your innocence. Lance drives a Jeep as well, good luck on your trip.

[@gfrancogmailcom]

Have a spare phone with lot of free memory or a dash cam that can rotate, if you make a long trip buy the dashcam that records forward and backwards at the same time, document 100% of any interaction, it is your right to record even if anyone tells you to turn off the camera, even the police. Policies are not law, if an officer tell you to stop recording because of a policy respectfully decline and keep recording.

[@user-yt2qh6nz6v]

Do you give free consultation?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We do! Visit our website to learn more. Washingtoncriminaldefensefirm.com

[@flyhjdjdn]

I'm being falsely accused and now all of a sudden she doesn't want to testify what does that mean?

[@hungarychannel4840]

What should i do if if my relative accusing me as a terrorist and a thief which is its a false alligation since i did not do anything to them.

[@olgaandsergei]

Its exactly opposite- police always believe that acuser wants something from it if no direct proof involved

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Interesting position. We are not quite sure that we understand what you mean but, it is possible than an officer may believe an accuser is trying to gain something as opposed to being an authentic accuser. Thanks for watching.

[@gabrielramirez6349]

Hi lm been acuse from my sister and nice in Chicago and the day of try all the judge don’t want to lessen my part everything was from them false l don’t do anything and it’s been a year already what l have to do to fight it if you can help please let me know lm in Illinois

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We are so sorry you are going through this. We are only licensed to practice law in Washington state. You may want to reach out to Derek Martin at 708-734-6029, If they do not do your type of law they will likely know someone in the area that does.

[@willthias]

Are there consequences for publicly posting pictures of court documents from a sealed SAPO?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Yes there are likely consequences, which at the least could be contempt of court. There may be other statues that apply as well.

[@wjluxury]

@@TheLanceLawyers how would you approach a coordinated attack of false allegations by 2 people, in different courts and counties? With proof of falsifying evidence, and lying in sworn written statements...

[@mr.melontoyou]

So, a woman crashed into the back of me when I went to exchange details she came at me aggressively. I got into my car and as I did she tried to open my car door, I locked it just in time. And drove off and went back home and went to sleep. I woke up the next day to the cops at my door very early accusing me that I had assaulted her-I told them I didn’t do it! They were already treating me like a criminal. it went to court. I went a pleaded not guilty. It was deferred or something I forgot the word they used. The judge was actually nice to me but, said he knew nothing about my case- I wish I said something but, I was so nervous that day. Then my 2nd court day came my father fought with me whilst I tried to get ready for court I was so drained I went to sleep I don’t regret it I slept all day I needed it. So I missed my court date. And got a fine in the mail for unlawful assault- I put the letter under my dads door saying plz help me as in get a lawyer- he ended up paying the fine- so… now I have a criminal record.. so my life is over There goes any job helping the disabled. That I wanted to do. There goes any travel. There goes my life. I’m gob smacked that, that woman stood in court and lied. She will probably use it to get a pay out. And the worst part is; one. I didn’t do it! Two. She lied and got away with it. Three. The way the cops treated me! Four. My dad not helping me! Five. No one cares! Six. I’ve got a charge against my name. Seven. At the same time of this all happening to me I was actually being assaulted by my partner. And he got away with all the hits to my head everything he did to me. And the worst part is through all of this I preyed to god that the truth would be revealed and that she wouldn’t get away with her lie and she did! All whilst I’m getting bashed myself. How can I possibly fix this?! I give up.

[@thomasryan2679]

I pursued a stolen vehicle which was just involved in a burglary. The Jeep crashed and both occupants fled on foot. I ran after the driver thinking he was the primary target. He was caught and also determined to be drunk, so DWI was an additional charge. He had been an Army Special Forces soldier who got discharged for drug addictions. I'm also a veteran and we got along well. He admitted to the burglary and car theft but insisted he wasn't driving. I said tough luck, but this nagged me. Several days later I returned to the scene and recreated the chase. I realized he couldn't had been driving. The DWI charge was my mistake. I told the prosecutor this and asked for that charge be dismissed. She refused. He served two years in prison and died shortly after being released. I was never able to apologize to him. Mistakes shouldn't be encouraged but are an inevitable part of police work.

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

I’m dealing with it right now! I’m scared for my family, they wanna put me in jail for 90days over lies. Even tho the WHOLE thing is on camera and audio. My grandmother is on her deathbed and I am the only adult she has supporting her, same goes for my 16 year old nephew. They will be screwed if I go to jail! It’s sad and officer would put our family in that position

[@paddy8391]

just seen you post madmax, so sorry to hear your are going through that. limit you contact with people, it's important, have your phone cam ready anytime you are off the property.

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

@@paddy8391 since then I have bought a body cam and dash cam. I will get every interaction on cam or audio….. I hesitate using cell phone because once you hit the record button, they change their tone and “try” to be more professional….. recording candidly gets the best results…. Deputy had to fabricate many things in order to get prosecutors to sign off on arrest. The craziest part is my citation in post arrest report only says and I quote “subject cussed at deputy. Subject failed to obey directives” even if that was the TRUTH, it still doesn’t come close to meeting the elements of disorderly conduct 2nd deg. (Krs 525.060) I’ve so much evidence proving this was malicious and abuse of power…. Heck the prosecutor assistant said… “whatever is in the citation is all the discovery…… basically your citation is like the Bible and important to the courts and the proceedings!” It’s all a joke. The deputy, security guard, witness they plan on using (court house clerk), prosecutor, and the judge work in the same building. You can’t tell me that bias isn’t gonna be a problem

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

Also, I already written my opening statements and closing statement, if needed I will make a PowerPoint to use….. also downloaded and printed off many items that will help, examples case law, legal definitions of word, a written transcript of encounter, policy and procedures they they themselves broke, code of ethics and code of conduct statements…. Plus a few other things such as deputies and security guards Facebook post that contradict is own statements to me day of arrest. Those examples being, co worker talking about he like to pull pranks, and “lies” also he told me in the lobby, “the whole courthouse is under limited access and appointments only, except he shared a post from Kentucky Supreme Court explaining limited access and when it expires and that was 3 year ago. I know cops are allowed to lie, but not on the stand, plus pointing out those lies and contradictions will definitely sway the jury….. if this goes to trial!

[@forgiveandmoveon]

I guess the Informants payments are disguised as something else when the payment posts to there account.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Anything is possible. Thanks for watching.

[@tooge47]

what about the BAD prosecutors ?

[@zijunluk]

Also is easy to be falsely accused of assault on a minor as legal adult over 18 in washington state or any crime that are commited against children. So this is why washington state is a very safe country for kids.

[@gerryhazelton9569]

Accusation ,is just what it says it is . Word vs word you innocent till proven guilty without doubt . Doubt should lead to freedom. Practically everyone owns a I phone 📱 . They record if you have a issue with somebody record it and prove it . This is how law should work .

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We do often advise our clients to use video as a way to defend themselves, good thinking.

[@Dustypa66]

I can only afford a public defender..

[@sallyngene7049]

Good morning I've accused by my sister when we went to court last week. In court, they notice that my sister doesn't talk the truth,I just want to know what to do next.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Please make sure you have a good attorney in your state. Thank you for watching.

[@mrcleanisin]

What's it called when the statute that you are accused of violating is wrongly worded so bad it looks like a scrivener's error?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

In Washington State, the criminal complaint can be dismissed if it fails to state the essential elements of a crime. If you are talking about a mis-worded statute, it could be declared void for vagueness or no governmental interest in regulating among other challenges. Each state has different laws. Thank you for watching.

[@mrcleanisin]

This statute, 16-3-655, has been submitted to the state Attorney General for an opinion. If you or any You-Tubers would like to try to interpret it, it would be interesting to see how your interpretation compares with the AG Opinion. Scenario, the actor was 17 and 1/2 when the victim was 14, but 1 year later when the victim turns15, the actor is now 18 and 1/2. Would the actor be guilty of (B)(2) "or is older than the victim"? (A) A person is guilty of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the first degree if: (1) the actor engages in sexual battery with a victim who is less than eleven years of age; or (B) A person is guilty of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the second degree if: (1) the actor engages in sexual battery with a victim who is fourteen years of age or less but who is at least eleven years of age; or (2) the actor engages in sexual battery with a victim who is at least fourteen years of age but who is less than sixteen years of age and the actor is in a position of familial, custodial, or official authority to coerce the victim to submit or is older than the victim. However, a person may not be convicted of a violation of the provisions of this item if he is eighteen years of age or less when he engages in consensual sexual conduct with another person who is at least fourteen years of age. (C) A person is guilty of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the third degree if the actor is over fourteen years of age and the actor wilfully and lewdly commits or attempts to commit a lewd or lascivious act upon or with the body, or its parts, of a child under sixteen years of age, with the intent of arousing, appealing to, or gratifying the lust, passions, or sexual desires of the actor or the child. However, a person may not be convicted of a violation of the provisions of this subsection if the person is eighteen years of age or less when the person engages in consensual lewd or lascivious conduct with another person who is at least fourteen years of age.

[@FacelessFacts13]

My wife and i recently were falsely accused of sex crimes by my baby mother. I lost my job and it came out she had actually posted her of herself pictures online in order to make up charges. They null processed the case and i dont know what to do now. i want something done this has ruined my life

[@Itsjames_-809]

Well I told public defender I wasn't taking no charges. Reason being I'm not guilty of anything. She told me people are convicted every day that are innocent. WTH Not the way I was taught. Had a public defender tell me the prosecutor and I know you are a victim, but we are going to convict you any way! 4:36 I call foul! Foul legal system.

[@Chris0708]

How is it posible or legal that the DA attorney continued a case 6 times and not evidence has been presented. ?

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Most likely it Is the defense asking for a continuance. If the prosecutor is asking for a continuance the legality of such request would be controlled by your local court rules. Please ask your attorney about this question. Thank you for watching.

[@fraustman.97]

🙏😓

[@miguelberetta7887]

I'm in this situation right now after I found out my now ex was sleeping with multiple men, she decided to say I hit her. I have a text message of her saying she will do everything in her power to ruin me. I hope this helps me

[@maiden_america]

Keep the entire string of text, the court will have to see the context of those text messages. Just having one text message isn’t always helpful.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

It should. Your attorney should determine when and how to use that evidence. It is not a smoking gun in your favor, but one piece of a brick wall to be built for your defense. Thanks for watching.

[@gfrancogmailcom]

Dude, I had a similar situation, make sure you hire the right lawyer from the beginning, don't ever underestimate the case, Lance office got me out of my mess, if you are on WA don't play dice, if things are not going as you expect don't wait and hire Lance as your counselor.

[@nicolasdelaforge7420]

"I assumed that my innocence was obvious when I reported a crime of abuse to the police. The police did not believe me. The abuser had gaslit the police. The police thus stated that I had lied to the police and had disturbed them for no reason. They charged me. Though I was innocent, I was now guilty. First, I experienced shock and disbelief: I had turned to the authorities whom I trusted for help and protection. That protection had now been withdrawn. The reality of who I was vanished. I was someone else and guilty. This imaginary person was me in the world’s eyes. It was maddening. I fought to restore my innocence - my being - but it was not possible. Everyone believed the authorities, not me. I never thought that something so perverse could happen to me. I realized that there was nothing I could do to make people see the truth, it was all tied up in the dominant narrative (that of the policed society). The lie was the truth as far as society is concerned. Had I not gone to the police, I would have fared much better, merely being abused. I became alienated from society. I began to fear it; I began to fear going out lest someone see me, recognize me, and accuse me. When I did go out, I looked in every direction to see if it was safe. I looked to see if the psychopath that had abused me and then gaslighted the police was anywhere near. He tortured me in my dreams. I became physically ill; sleep was no comfort. I expected to be approached and accused at every moment. I looked to the front door of my house expecting authorities to arrive and arrest me. Or that I might have missed my summons. I await my trial."

[@kristenkirkland3880]

What if the cop fabricated part of the story? I had a black eye and goose egg just above they other eye. My husband hit me across the bridge of my nose with my phone, It was in a leather with my credit cards and ID, and it's magnetized. He ended up having some health issues and ended up in the hospital. He had the keys to my SUV, so I called the cops to see if they could get them for me. I am a disabled veteran, I have PTSD, anxiety, major depressive disorder, sleep disorder, MS, and a brain tumor. I fought back and was charged with assault. He had no marks on him.

[@hugh2hoob668]

My sister accused me of abusing my elderly father 4 years ago after he's had several falls on his own at the nursing home and brain bleeds She's framing me off of no evidence

[@Mikenmishler]

The freaking truth doesn’t matter and you work in that world? What is wrong with you people, is everyone in the legal world such narcissists? The truth matters to those the innocent, some take their our life because of the incentive things you say in that video.

[@cashpsychology]

Thank you 🙏 I wish you where in Utah

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We love Utah. We are not able to practice there but we wish you good luck in your case.

[@dennismclaurin1487]

It's a cinch for wolves to falsely accuse lambs, and consume them. 1 Pet.5:8 and Hosea 4:8 also relates Even Jesus was falsely accused (Mat.27:12)Unlike Jesus, I'm dumb. NOBODY KNOWS my case. The righteous judge ( Rev.19:2) has to take charge of this one. I'm in the Devil's hands. Satan is called the accuser of the brethren ( Rev.12:10) in the last days (times of the light of the gospel of Jesus Christ going on in the world) before darkness (unrighteousess; the power and authority of Satan through his heads and people/followers) takes over completely in an overwhelming attempt to overthrow the government of God. The world will be worshipping an accusing god > Rev.13:8. Dan.11:32

[@dennismclaurin1487]

I believe I was falsely accused to the authorities by a narcissist Jezebel neighbor, back in '93. It's the way I look. I've been covering my hideous, pathetic face long before this pandemic, after getting sick from kissing a prostitute, back in '83. That's the sin that brought me under, and led to this reproach judgment. Prov.7, beginning in verse 6, is like reading about myself in '83. What led me to that fateful path is a whole other story, which I believe dates back to 1969, when I was young , innocent, and most vulnerable. I remember another incident years later, from the same cousin.Those incidents remained embed deep in my consciousness until decades later, when I attempted to look back on things ,as to why I'm this way. I knew subconsciously that there was something abnormal about me; Never had a love life because of the shameful, desolate state of being I'm in NOBODY KNOWS....... Only GOD. I leave it in God's trust and care. The world doesn't give a damn

[@basicprogrammer6147]

Try reading Rex Stout's Nero Wolfe books.

[@teksight9714]

Yes many times the wolves have weaponized the law against the sheep.

[@VernonRhem]

I was accussed of bring alcohol and solivticing and stealing 10.00.lb boxes drove me to a stroke ruine life

[@Dustypa66]

Do they believe parental alienation and grand parent alienation

[@tooge47]

I dared, DARED to tell a corrupt Lousyana deputy his actions were CRIMINAL so, WEEKS later, he, some judge and DA had me ARRESTED in retaliation !! FIVE DAYS AND NIGHTS IN JAIL WITH NO BOND SET !!! If you were TRULY disturbing the peace and a deputy is STANDING THERE SPEAKING TO YOU, would it not make sense he would arrest you THEN and not WEEKS LATER ?

[@1mikesofocused42]

You need to file a claim against their bonds b

[@zijunluk]

This is what happened when you live in a state or a country that is guilty first until proven innocent like washington state. But you don't get falsely accused in a state or a country that is innocent first until proven guilty as in these state or country, they would need evidence to prove that you are guilty which is a huge burden to prove and words can't be an evidence.

[@still2nd2none]

I'm going through a case now. I have evidence that what I'm being accused of never happened and that the date they claim it happened on, I wasn't even around nore any days close to it. I have the text and conversation proving it but here I am still having to go to trial September and on house arrest for something I didn't do

[@user-ln7mq4uf2b]

What if a person is guilty of a sexual offense against children. Then you defend them and make it so much harder for the people abused to be heard. Then lets say the guilty person wins and gets unsupervised visits with those children and then continues to sexually abuse the children. Only this time the children don't speak out about the abuse, because their abuser won and no one believed them just like they kept saying their reason for the child to not tell sooner.

[@norfendirie36]

How do I go about trying to get this new case I have I’m being accused by BPD ( Burlington police department) for 4 felony charges ( Burglary an Theft an burglary an resisting arrest by fleeing on Nov 20, 2021 which is false cause I have photo proof that I was in Seattle that whole day since 2:30 pm till midnight with no evidence at as well only because I have been permanently trespassed from Fred Meyers an I am in a documented data base saying I’m trespassed. Also I am being accused of being arrested for trespassing at said location I am permanently banned from back in September 2021 when I never was an was working at a shell gas station when they alleged I was arrested in September. The case wasn’t filed till Feb 28, 2022 even thought the alleged crime happened in 2021

[@TheLanceLawyers]

We are sorry you were accused this. If you have evidence that supports your defense you will want to make sure to provide those to your attorney. As for the timing of the charges in Washington State the statute of limitations for most felonies is 3 years. That means if the alleged offense date was November 20, 2021, the state likely had until November 20, 2024 to file charges. Make sure you have an attorney and ask them for instructions on how you can help them help you. We hope it turns out how you want. Thank you for watching.

[@Cass_772]

sometimes, the person is just antisocial and narcissistic and is a pathological liar and just do it to crush a person reputation. An antisocial person sometimes have a vicariant behaviour, that means... if they hear a story from someone, they will make it them... so if they heard someone being abuse, they will tell others that they have been abuse using all the details they know about the other's story. It is really insane.

[@alwaysbadideas]

Fantastic video, but your voice is a bit quiet.

[@TheLanceLawyers]

Thank you. Lance is still learning the ins and outs of the audio. Comments from viewers are very helpful, he tends to focus on the quality of the information being given. Thank you for watching.

[@theviking363]

What about lie detector test?

[@tooge47]

WRONG !! I DO know what the truth is, I was THERE !!!!!

[@mikepayne5780]

I'm being framed in Thurston County for something I did not do

[@TheLanceLawyers]

That is terrible, make sure you get a good attorney. Thank you for watching.

[@user-tt6xb4jc6f]

Okay this is the way it goes my nephew was falsely accused Benjamin Hoyt his ex-girlfriend didn't want him to marry another girl they had broken up and he fell in love with another girl and she did not want him to have anybody but her she was a very selfish beating woman she used to beat him bite him all kinds of horrible things to him overall that she falsely accused accused him of molesting her son that is brother to his son Ben is a sweet innocent became a father too soon cuz he was like the kid read through him because he had SSI and he gave it all to her all he got in return was beat up number for the ring because he loved her and she told me if I can't have him then nobody is the Sun up and her son said he said guess what Aunt Janice been raped me and I really wasn't his aunt but I said well how did he rape you he said my grandma said he raped me what do you call that I call that a setup the grandmother didn't like my nephew didn't want my daughter with him and then Ben got put in jail went to jail 15 years in jail for something he did not do😢😢 and now is looking for a lawyer to help him he is now in a mental hospital because of all the mental problems of knowing how innocent he is and we all know Ben he was just an innocent kid that got convicted of a crime he did not do I am trying to get a lawyer that will help him without causing so much money because they want $3,000 down for retainer and we don't have it obviously been can sue the state of Vermont and her for false statements he is innocent and I hope somebody can help him I see all these lawyers and I decided to post this I hope me doing this can help him because he needs help he all all he does is cry and everything because he is so innocent and he wants to be proven even though I went to jail and he's in the hospital and every time I call him or he calls me he tells me how innocent he is and he didn't do it his psychiatrist told me if he was in a room with a thousand child molesters the Ben would be the one that he would believe because I told him that's because he is innocent is been in jail in hospital since he was 21 years old I just wish that we could a better life and to be happy it's not right that he said all his life thank you for your time and listening and hopefully you can help him amen

[@BritneySpencer-hl9kq]

You know gas lightning... Manipulation and COVID department of health pandemic dealing with series of events.... Trauma bonding in relationship new relationship also three children with no secure professional structure of daily routine... Situation Chao's agent... Detergents... Represents terms and imbalance scattered location of base formula of misusing power

[@richardcranium6081]

Redundant

[@Watdadogdoin7]

Im like accused of being a pedo

[@tooge47]

Falsely accused ? I DARE you to look into and report my story from the POLICE STATE OF LOUSYANA MY situation IS "black and white"