Why can't a defendant waive appearance at arraignment and trial?

One of the basic tenets of the criminal justice system is that the defendant must stand and face the Court to be formally charged with the alleged...

If a person pleads guilty to a crime and is serving a prison , can their case be reopened?

If he entered a plea of guilty and was not found guilty at trial, there is no right of appeal. Check with an Oklahoma attorney to more precisely...

Mr. Finnecy is right on the mark. You may want to request a review of your time served and any "good time" you have accrued to confirm just how...

My husband has been arrested for DUI and driving with a suspended license. What's his chances and lawyer fees

The answer cannot be reasonably made without a consultation. Prior history is only one of the factors which will be important to know.

What do I have to do to have my father terminate his parental rights?

Depending on your age, you will need to have a parent or guardian carry through such an action on your behalf. If you have allegations of neglect...

If a girl is 17 and was seduced by a man that is 47 into having sex can she sue for statutory rape 3 years later?

Check with a Georgia attorney to find out the rights and options available in this matter. Georgia's statute of limitations for rape is 15 years. ...

I received a speeding ticket for 18 miles over in a 60 zone. Paid off ticket in same year. Can I get a pjc in buncombe. County

It never hurts to speak with a traffic ticket attorney in North Carolina. That person may be able to help you reduce your penalty even further.

I received a speeding ticket for 18 miles over in a 60 zone. Paid off ticket in same year. Can I get a pjc in buncombe. County

It never hurts to speak with a traffic ticket attorney in North Carolina. That person may be able to help you reduce your penalty even further.

The answer will depend on the sensitivity of the equipment to the tobacco you chewed. I suspect that law enforcement has anticipated that a...

What happened???How can we fix this

Check with the administrator of the Louisiana prison system to see if the good time was lost in the latest translation of the records.

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