In federal cases along the border, people are sometimes detained not because they are accused of a crime, but because of what they might know. They deserve an advocate of their own.
A material witness is someone whose testimony is considered important to a federal criminal case — frequently in immigration, smuggling, or human-trafficking prosecutions. Under federal law, the government can ask a court to detain a witness to make sure they remain available to testify. That means a person who has not been charged with any crime can still find themselves held in custody, far from home and unsure of what comes next.
As a CJA Panel attorney, I am appointed by the federal court to represent material witnesses. My role is to safeguard their rights and work toward the shortest, fairest resolution possible:
If you or a loved one has been detained as a material witness, I can help you understand your rights and move quickly toward release.
Every case starts with a conversation. Reach out for a free, confidential consultation — no obligation, just answers.
