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How often should a bail reduction be filed

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Here in NJ, once the first formal bail motion has been heard by the court, we can file another after a 30 day waiting period. After the first bail...

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Can he get his sentence reduced or possibly get his probation reinstated?

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Here in NJ (and I presume in TN as well) his lawyer would need to file a Motion for Reconsidration of Sentence with the same judge who gave him the...

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Ticket had male in stead of female can i be dismissed

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Not likely. If the ticket identifies you (name, address, DL#) then an incorrect piece of info of this nature does not affect the purpose of the...

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How long can an inmate be held without a court date? And if this act is illegal what would one do to rectify the situation?

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Respectfully, there is no way to answer your question without specific facts relating to the type of charges, the date of incident, the date of...

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If enrolled into highschool and college is there a less chance of going to prison

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Enrollment in school can be used as a mitigating factor at sentencing. The impact on the sentence would depend on the other possible mitigating and...

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Is there anyway to confirm or know if someone..........

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

No, not while the cooperation is still in the investigative stage. Assuming you have a lawyer, discuss with the lawyer what you think any such...

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How do Iarrange a set date to surrender to U.S.marshals for federal bench warrant

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Respectfully, I already answered this question at http://www.avvo.com/legal-answers/how-to-set-a-date-to-turn-yourself-into-custody-fo-140022.html...

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How to set a date to turn yourself into custody for a warrent U.S.marshals

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

Whether the Marshalls will agree to a date that far out is the question. We have arranged surrender for clients, but the date is usually several...

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What if the arresting officer that's listed on the record isn't the actual arresting officer?

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

I agree with Mr Guidry that this type of name switching is seldom a significant issue in either a disposition or a trial. Review the complete...

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Do i need to retain a lawyer

Howard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2009

I agree with my colleague, consult with the lawyers first, then decide whether you want to retain one. Good luck. DISCLAIMER I do not practice...

Howard Woodley Bailey's Answers (5092)

How often should a bail reduction be filed

Can he get his sentence reduced or possibly get his probation reinstated?

Ticket had male in stead of female can i be dismissed

How long can an inmate be held without a court date? And if this act is illegal what would one do to rectify the situation?

If enrolled into highschool and college is there a less chance of going to prison

Is there anyway to confirm or know if someone..........

How do Iarrange a set date to surrender to U.S.marshals for federal bench warrant

How to set a date to turn yourself into custody for a warrent U.S.marshals

What if the arresting officer that's listed on the record isn't the actual arresting officer?

Do i need to retain a lawyer