I burned some papers while camping, and later a forest fire started. I was sure it was my fire, even though investigators a few times stated they weren't sure fire started where I was. Stupid me, I just thought it too big of a coincidence that it wouldn't be my fire. So I pleaded guilty of charge of reckless burning. Judge is having me meet with probation person to get further info to determine sentence/restitution. But I found a govt website that states "A report from the crew at the scene indicated that as of 5:30pm, (day of fire) fire was not north of Flick Creek."
But my campsite and where I burned papers was at least a 10 minute walk north of flick creek.
I don't want to pay big bucks to an attorney, just to find out 'the crew' made a mistake in their reporting.
Before I plead I asked to see case documents, but was told they wouldn't be available til after going to court.
Do you know when this info would be accessible to me? (i'm in washington state) Thanks
2006-08-30 13:41:43 · 3 answers · asked by Joy_Brigade 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
You belong in Jail
2006-08-31 09:02:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not consulting an attorney is taking a big risk...
But, if you think the report or the witnesses would be exculpatory, then you have a right to argue that they be produced before the trial.
2006-08-30 21:42:49 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
arson is serious crime get a lawyer
2006-09-01 13:54:57 · answer #3 · answered by aldo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋