Can I appeal a sentence because it violates my constitutional freedom of life , liberty, and the pursuit of money (happiness)?

You could appeal on the constitutional basis that the sentence constitutes cruel and unusual punishment. Without knowing more, it seems highly...

I am the executor of my Mother's estate. Her atty has quoted a fee of 5% of the probate estate. I wonder if that is fair.

A few additional facts would be helpful in answering your question. First, is your mother still alive or has she already passed. Second, Is her...

First, at 17 you are a juvenile. If they charged you as an adult then you need to have your attorney move to transfer the case to the juvenile...

Why would Delaware County fill up the correctional institutes with minor stuff?

You don't say whether your son has an attorney. If he does contact the attorney and let him know that you have the phone records. If he doesn't...

I fell at an outdoor quilt show at a quilt shop,Can i request financial help ?

I agree with the other attorneys that you should talk to a personal injury attorney about this incident. It is not entirely clear from the facts...

I've been Subpoenaed to testify at a criminal trial. Can I assert my 5th amendment rights on some questions but not others?

In most cases you can only assert your Fifth Amendment right while testifying on a question by question basis. If, after testifying, you find that...

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I don't see any reason why a company issuing a customer a refund would need a social security number or a tax id number, but it is somewhat unclear...

If I,the victim gets a subpena do I have to show up in a case of aggravated assault commonwealth verses my accuser? Thanks!

I agree. You could be charged with contempt of court if you fail to show up or if you refuse to testify. And of course when you testify you...

Does judicial activism violate the Constitution?

I guess it depends on how you define judicial activism. The. U.S. Supreme Court has issued many decision that many people consider to be judicial...

What does it take to make a change to a guilty plea sentencing sheet.

You will probably need to petition the court to change the condition of probation or parole.