Getting off paper on these offenses is not terribly common, so be aware of that. Usually, the USPO must concur. So I might start with asking your...

Is aiding and assisting a federal prisoner state time or federal time?

Federal prisoner, federal crime. You need a lawyer yesterday. Say nothing to anyone except that lawyer. Feds are keen to tell one there will be...

What type of letters may I right to the judge on the defendants behalf of I already got his permission?

It's best to coordinate this with his lawyer, let the lawyer review what you write before you produce a final copy (and listen to lawyer's...

There is no right to a plea offer. Where the USA believes it has a defendant cold (the case in the VAST majority of federal cases), it can be...

Getting a new court paid lawyer ?

Be very careful about hiring counsel. Court-appointment is based on a lack of resources, and having a lawyer even for limited purposes is a red...

Should the prosecutor let the def-attorney know about the day of presenting evidence to the grand jury for indicting the person?

New York is the only State I've ever heard offering potential defendants any rights in grand jury demonstrations. In most of the country,...

How can I drop the charges against my boyfriend if the case hasn't been filed with the state yet?

If you feel like you need to talk to a lawyer, do so. One's gut will never steer one wrong. As for the investigation, I'm not sure about...

Am I able to hire a lawyer for my juvenile friend?

Unless there is some specific prohibitions in Idaho law, which I would not know, there generally isn't a problem with third-parties paying for the...

Why was I federally indicted after receiving notice from the State of Georgia that they weren't pursuing charges or indictment?

The Federals are a separate sovereign from Georgia under law, just like Georgia and Canada are separate sovereigns. The Federals can charge and...

Can you be charged for conspiracy for a crime that has been dropped in district court during motions?

Currently, yes, the federals can now take the case under the "Dual Sovereignty" doctrine. The State and the Federals are different sovereigns,...