Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: husband and wife

If you and your husband are co-defendants, you may MAY have a conflict. You are both entitled to separate counsel however it may behoove you to have the same counsel as long as your defenses are common.

Most attorneys prefer to handle cases separately but will make exceptions for cases where the defenses are not in conflict and money is tight.

If your case is federal, you may contact me through the links below if you have further questions.

Good Luck

Re: husband and wife

Yes, you probably should.

Re: husband and wife

Yes!

Re: husband and wife

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There may very possibly be a conflict. Your interests may vary during the course of the trial. Thus, separate attorneys is certainly adviseable for each of you.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.