What happens if an defendant fails to appeal to the State Supreme Court?

Generally, an issue which was raised at the trial level, received a ruling on its merit, was appealed at east once and addressed, on its merit, in...

Can someone be convicted on a charge they confessed to doing but didnt do intentionally?

Well, your friend is not exactly starting in a position of strength if she gave any kind of inculpatory statement to the police. Then again, if her...

If a rehearing petition was filed, is a cert. petition limited to the issues raised in the rehearing petition? Yes or No only.

Most likely, you would not be limited to the issue raised on rehearing in the cert. petition.

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Is the law of Alleyne vs. US Districts retroactive?

I answered this question a few minutes ago. Short answer is that it's not retroactive yet, but that issue still needs to be litigated.

Does the law of alleyne vs. US Districts case apply to 851?

Alleyne specifically states (in footnote 1) that the Court was not taking up 851 issues in the case, so the answer is that we don't know ...

Question about trying to vacate a criminal case?

The question you're asking is really fact-intensive. It's possible based on what you've said that the attorney misadvised the defendant and...

I need to no if there are payment plan attorneys who can file appeals in Fresno ca for a criminal case

The hardest part of the equation is probably not finding a lawyer who can work the money out with you. There are a number of lawyers (myself...

Federal Criminal History Points

The grand theft and fraud were two different convictions and, although you took a 25-month sentence to cover both, but they are separate...

What does enhancement mean in federal drug conspiracy case sentening

Those are citations to the United States Sentencing Guidelines and the specific enhancements the government is trying to impose. an ...

Where can I find a Appeal Lawyer for my boyfriend?

Obviously, this website is a good place to start. from there you just have to find a quality, experienced speaks lawyer who you can afford. In...