Law Offices of Peter J. Cyr
85 Brackett Street
Portland, ME 04102
ph: 207-828-5900
fax: 207-828-5909
alt: 207-730-3591
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In appropriate cases, our attorneys file pretrial motions with the court in order to protect our clients’ interests and constitutional rights. Pretrial motions include:
(1) motion to amend bail or petition for de novo review of bail;
(2) motion to dismiss based on the constitutionality of the criminal statute or defects in the charging process or document;
(3) motion for relief from prejudicial joinder of charges or co-defendants in the charging document;
(4) motion for additional discovery;
(5) motion for sanctions for noncompliance with discovery rules;
(6) motion to suppress evidence gathered in violation of the Fourth, Fifth, or Sixth Amendments to the United States Constitution, or corresponding or additional State of Maine constitutional provisions, including:
(a) the fruits of illegal searches or seizures;
(b) involuntary statements or confessions;
(c) statements or confessions obtained in violation of the client’s right to counsel or privilege against self-incrimination;
(d) unreliable identification evidence which would give rise to a substantial likelihood of irreparable misidentification;
(7) motion for state funding for the assistance of a private investigator or expert witness for the defense;
(8) motion a speedy trial;
(9) motion to continue court dates or extend court deadlines;
(10) motion in limine, dealing with the admissibility of evidence at trial based on the Rules of Evidence; and
(11) matters of trial or courtroom procedure.
When the court holds a hearing on a motion, our attorneys diligently prepare by carefully reviewing the evidence, thoroughly researching the law, and subpoenaing and preparing helpful witnesses.
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Law Offices of Peter J. Cyr
85 Brackett Street
Portland, ME 04102
ph: 207-828-5900
fax: 207-828-5909
alt: 207-730-3591
peter