I had previously asked about sealing my record, but now im wondering if I could get a re-trial in hopes of getting it dismissed?

You would need to do a motion for new trial which, if successful, would vacate your prior conviction an put your case back on the trial list. It is...

Can i get the case dropped or possibly transferred back to Syracuse drug court, from a Springfield area court.

Whether the case gets dismissed or not is really up to the prosecutor, not the family, though their wishes would likely be taken into account. As...

I am on a two year probation. My PO explained I cannot leave state without Judges approval. Is this constitutional?

As terms of your probation, you can have travel restrictions. If the probation officer is telling you that this is part of your probation and you...

I lived in Mass in 1986-1989 and during that time I was arrested. I didnt serve any time in jail. I paid a fine.

I hate to tell you this, but you might not be able to avoid appearing in a Mass court to clear it up. I will say that you can hire an attorney for...

Divorce final judgement - better to correct a judges error regarding the facts - or better to go to appeals court?

Without repeating what was already said, I'd want to know about the errors of the trial judge you are alleging. You indicate that they are errors...

Is it important that an appellate/ appeals lawyer reside and practice in the same state as the potential client?

It may not matter where the appellate lawyer lives, as long as they are authorized to practice here. What is more important is that lawyer's...

My husband was convicted of rape of a child with force. There was no DNA, witnesses, or any solid evidence, the case is 17 years

It sounds to me like you are saying that your husband, after being arrested in a traffic stop, had to face a court case for a 17 year old rape...

Under investigation

I have a few questions for you. Who is "they"? Are you talking about police in Massachusetts, another state, federal authorities? When they showed...

If I invoke my right to remain silent, will this stop police from coming back and questioning me over and over?

You are always free to tell police that you do not want to speak with them, or that you want to consult with an attorney. Generally, if you tell...

Stay Away Order

There is no leeway with the order. She cannot go within 100 feet of the persons she is ordered to stay away for any reason, even a funeral or...

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