How long can an inmate be held in county jail with no court date given to them?
Its hard to speculate on so few facts. I do not know why he did not attend his hearing or whether the hearing was waived for Grand Jury action. ...
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Its hard to speculate on so few facts. I do not know why he did not attend his hearing or whether the hearing was waived for Grand Jury action. ...
Six months in jail and 5 years of probation is a great deal if you are guilty. If innocent, go to trial if you have the nerve.
Did you fail to appear in Court when scheduled? Were you indicted? If not either of the above, you do not have a warrant.
If there are no holds on you, and no conviction, I would think that you may leave the country without violating any laws, providing your bail...
DA's can reduce but are not obliged to reduce. Best advice is hire the best attorney you can afford.
Your attorney can speak to a witness but cannot testify and still be your lawyer. There appears to be a serious conflict of interest.
The maximum time permitted under the conviction. For a misdemeanor-one year.
A lawyer would have to examine the record to answer properly, but if you were held in jail on the new charge until posting bail, you should get...
The Courts have the power to lower his sentence, unfortunately you will need legal help to make a positive application.
Unless the case is due to start trial, adjournments are routine.