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Why after DA withdrew charges is a man still in prison a year and a half later?

David's answer | Answered on October 23, 2019

Unfortunately, there is no way to answer your question from the limited information provided. I also do NOT suggest that you put the details of...

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Violation of probation?

David's answer | Answered on October 07, 2019

You need to make an appointment with an attorney. You actually did violate probation. The argument will relate to the sanction that will be...

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If I am not served my summons to court will it go away

David's answer | Answered on September 26, 2019

The first thing you should do is set up a confidential appointment with a lawyer, so he/she can review the records. You may get a summons in the...

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I got a ticket for a DUI last October in now my court date is this October, did they past my Hicks date do they have to throw i?

David's answer | Answered on September 25, 2019

There is no such thing as a "Hicks" date in District Court. District Court is governed by the case law regarding speedy trial issues. Hicks can...

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How specific do you need to be when describing a suspect /defendant in trail on the stand?

David's answer | Answered on September 25, 2019

This question is more appropriate for your husband's attorney. When a defendant is identified at trial, the court has to be satisfied that the...

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How long does a person have to file an appeal who pleaded guilty to a felony in the state of md?

David's answer | Answered on September 23, 2019

In almost every case in Maryland, a defendant only has 30 days to appeal. The scenario your ex-friend proposes is not really possible. There are...

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I have 3 misdemeanor warrants in Maryland. 3 different counties. DUI vop, assault 2nd degree pretrial vop and possession.

David's answer | Answered on September 19, 2019

Outstanding warrants do not just disappear. If you move to North Carolina and the police there find out about the Maryland warrants, you will be...

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Im trying to see for disposition purposes can a judge go back on dwi before 10 years. I had one in 2012 and one in 2007?

David's answer | Answered on September 12, 2019

I think you may have asked a similar question a little while ago. The simple answer to your question is, "Yes."

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I got a dwi on july sixth 2017 My last one was 2012 and the one before that was 2002? Can they only look back on the 2012 for

David's answer | Answered on September 12, 2019

The State can and will look back. Maryland law actually allows for enhanced penalties for subsequent offenders. From the information you...

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How do I proceed with legal council ( public defender)immediately in MD.? When should I expect to be extradited to Va. ?

David's answer | Answered on August 26, 2019

Extradition to another State can be complicated and take some time. It is unclear whether you waived an extradition hearing or not. If you did,...

David Keith Felsen's Answers (637)

Why after DA withdrew charges is a man still in prison a year and a half later?

Violation of probation?

If I am not served my summons to court will it go away

I got a ticket for a DUI last October in now my court date is this October, did they past my Hicks date do they have to throw i?

How specific do you need to be when describing a suspect /defendant in trail on the stand?

How long does a person have to file an appeal who pleaded guilty to a felony in the state of md?

I have 3 misdemeanor warrants in Maryland. 3 different counties. DUI vop, assault 2nd degree pretrial vop and possession.

Im trying to see for disposition purposes can a judge go back on dwi before 10 years. I had one in 2012 and one in 2007?

I got a dwi on july sixth 2017 My last one was 2012 and the one before that was 2002? Can they only look back on the 2012 for

How do I proceed with legal council ( public defender)immediately in MD.? When should I expect to be extradited to Va. ?