Does a defendant have the legal right to know what evidence is against him?

Yes. The prosecution provides the defense with a copy of the discovery pertaining to the case, and the defense lawyer and you would review it to...

Why does it take so long for someone to go to trial?

Respectfully, you need to be discussing this with your husband's lawyer, who if authorized to do so by your husband, can explain to you the Court...

How can I withdraw a guilty plea?

Courts are generally more likely to grant a Motion to withdraw a guilty plea before sentencing, then after sentencing. The Court will expect you to...

My probation officer in Tennessee is willing to file for interstate compact with me but not sure how to meet the guidelines.

Many States balk at accepting the transfer of probation when the person is not already a resident of that State. As you suggested, having a firm...

Most prosecutors will agree to reduce the summons to a 2 point offense and a relatively low fine. You can get the points off your MVC record by...

In MS will getting a speeding infraction violate probation?

The standard conditions of probation include one that you remain arrest free; and, another that you inform your PO if you are arrested. In all...

I am looking for a pro bono criminal defense attorney to handle a VOP.

Almost all pro bono representation involves civil, not criminal representation. If he can meet the eligibility requirements, he can apply for the...

Wrong model year on the ticket.

Not likely. So long as the summons identifies the driver and the offense cited, the fact that it has this type of error is not by itself sufficient...

Police found marijuana under an oz in my sons car. he was not driving. the police mentioned ard program . what happens.

An alternate (diversionary) program, essentially provides a means to avoid the long-term consequences of a criminal conviction. This case should be...

Theft investigation

Respectfully, you should have gotten the advice before you spoke to the cops, not after speaking to them. Check out the listings here on Avvo.com...