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Can an inmate awaiting a appeal bail hearing, write a letter to the prosecutor and or the judge since his lawyer isnt doinggood?
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Answered on May 23, 2013
In this particular situation, I recommend that you and your fiancé consult with several attorneys who have experience defending federal financial...
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I got served a suphena , a command to appear before a Grand Jury in Reno, NV. My son was recently indited. Do I need attorney
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Answered on May 23, 2013
Yes, you unequivocally should retain counsel to represent you. An attorney will be able to evaluate the situation and confirm that you are not in...
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Can a person be left uncharged for drug possession with intent to sell up until the sol?
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Answered on May 23, 2013
The statute of limitations applicable to drug offenses is 18 U.S.C. § 3282, and prescribes a limitation period of five years, generally, from the...
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Can my husband qualify for a half way house?
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Answered on May 21, 2013
Although there is no parole in the federal system, your husband's sentence may be reduced several ways. 18 U.S.C. § 3624(b) authorizes the Federal...
Can my restitution be separated from my co-defendants?
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Answered on May 21, 2013
If the sentencing judge finds that more than one defendant contributed to the victim's loss, 18 U.S.C. § 3664(h) authorizes the judge to order that...
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If I am under investigation by the police and I think there is a grand jury indictment, should I have an investigator
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Answered on May 20, 2013
The short answer is an unequivocal yes. Is this a state or federal investigation?
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Is it legal of the DEA to charge me with Felony possession of a dangerous drug?
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Answered on May 19, 2013
It is legal for DEA agents to charge you with this offense; however, whether the agents will be able to present evidence sufficient to prove the...
Can you go to jail for wire fraud as a 17 year old
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Answered on May 19, 2013
The conduct that you describe certainly meets the definition of wire fraud in 18 U.S.C. § 1343. Nonetheless, because your son is a minor and the...
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If i was charged resulting from a grand jury hearing that i was a witness for grand jury am i entitled to the entire transcripts
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Answered on May 19, 2013
The Government must disclose grand jury transcripts (1) of witness testimony if that witness will testify at trial (18 U.S.C. § 3500 or the "Jenks...
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What are the statue of limitations on the day of an arrest , when dealing with the feds if any ?
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Answered on May 18, 2013
There are several statutes of limitation for federal crimes, but 18 U.S.C. § 3282 is the "general" statute of limitations, which states that a...