Pre-Screen Criminal Defense Inquiries Before They Reach Your Firm

Arraignment in 48 hours. Bail hearing tomorrow. Criminal defense intake is time-sensitive. PreIntake.ai captures charges, court dates, and custody status immediately.

Know if someone is in custody—and when they need you—before the phone rings.

The Criminal Defense Intake Problem

In Custody, Arraignment Tomorrow

Time-sensitive cases buried in generic intake queue. By the time you respond, the arraignment has passed.

Already Represented

Family calling "just to check" on another attorney's case. Hours wasted on consultations you can't ethically take.

Charge Confusion

"DUI" could be first offense misdemeanor or third-strike felony. Generic forms don't capture the difference.

Jurisdiction Shopping

Federal case but calling state practitioners. Understanding federal vs. state jurisdiction saves everyone's time.

See What Your Team Receives

Every inquiry arrives pre-screened with urgency flags and clear routing

QUALIFIED — URGENT Expedited Response Required
⚠️ URGENT: Arraignment in less than 24 hours

Contact Information

Lisa Martinez

(calling for son)

(714) 555-8843 · lmartinez@email.com

Case Summary

Son arrested last night for DUI in Orange County. Currently in custody at Orange County Jail. Arraignment scheduled for tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM. First-time DUI offense. BAC reported at 0.12%. No injuries or accident involved. Family able to post bail if set. Son not currently represented.

Case Type: DUI (First Offense)
Defendant Status: In Custody
Court Date: Tomorrow, 8:30 AM
Jurisdiction: Orange County Superior

Key Factors

✓ In custody—time sensitive ✓ No prior DUI convictions ✓ No accident or injuries ✓ Family ready to post bail ✓ Not represented

Intake

Hello, and thank you for reaching out. I'm here to help gather some initial information about your criminal matter. To start, could you please share your name, phone number, and email address?

Visitor

Lisa Martinez, 714-555-8843, lmartinez@email.com. I'm calling about my son.

Intake

Thank you, Lisa. I understand you're calling on behalf of your son. What type of charges is he facing?

Visitor

He was arrested last night for DUI. It's his first time ever being in trouble.

Intake

I'm sorry to hear that. Is your son currently in custody, or has he been released?

Visitor

He's still in jail. Orange County Jail. He called me this morning and said his arraignment is tomorrow at 8:30 AM.

Intake

Thank you for that important information. With an arraignment tomorrow, this is time-sensitive. Do you know any details about the arrest, such as his BAC level or whether there was an accident involved?

Visitor

He said his BAC was 0.12. There was no accident—he was pulled over at a checkpoint. No one was hurt.

Intake

That's helpful context. Has your son had any prior DUI arrests or convictions?

Visitor

No, never. This is his first time. He's 24 and has never been in trouble before.

Intake

Does your son currently have an attorney for this matter, or would this be his first time seeking representation?

Visitor

No attorney yet. That's why I'm calling. We need someone to help him before tomorrow morning.

Intake

If bail is set, is your family in a position to post bail for his release?

Visitor

Yes, we can handle that. We just need to know how much it will be.

NOT A FIT — Already Represented Cannot Consult

Contact Information

Michael Brown

(323) 555-1192 · mbrown@email.com

Assessment Rationale

Caller is currently represented by public defender in pending felony case. Seeking "second opinion" on plea offer. Cannot consult while client has active representation without Marsden motion or substitution of counsel.

Case Type: Felony Drug Possession
Current Status: Pending (pre-trial)
Representation: Public Defender assigned
Court: Los Angeles Superior

Key Factors

✗ Currently represented ✗ No substitution filed ○ Unhappy with plea offer ○ Case at pre-trial stage
Outcome: Explain Marsden motion process; decline consultation while represented

Intelligent Case Routing

Every inquiry receives a clear recommendation with urgency flags

GREEN / URGENT

Expedited Response

In-custody cases, upcoming court dates, and time-sensitive matters flagged for immediate attention.

YELLOW

Needs Review

Complex charges, jurisdiction questions, or prior record requiring attorney analysis.

RED

Cannot Accept

Already represented, conflict of interest, or matter outside practice scope.

Built for Criminal Defense Practice

Urgency Detection

Flags in-custody cases and upcoming court dates requiring immediate attorney response.

Court Date Capture

Captures arraignment dates, hearing schedules, and court locations upfront for scheduling.

Representation Check

Identifies existing representation status before consultation to avoid ethical conflicts.

2 Simple Steps

1

Choose Your Practice Areas

Select criminal defense and any additional practice areas your firm handles.

2

Create Your Account

Get your intake widget and start receiving pre-screened inquiries immediately.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

$99/month

14-Day Free Trial

Start Free Trial

No credit card required · Cancel anytime