Most lawyers who handle criminal appeals will handle 3.850 motions. Of course, make sure you hire a lawyer who files these specialized motions on a...

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3.850 or wait for the Innocence Project of FL ?

It is a really bad idea to miss the 3.850 deadline. Chances are that the innocence project will not take the case unless it is a DNA exoneration...

Can I appeal even though I signed a plea deal, if the documentation I have proves that I signed the plea deal under duress?

The answer is yes, you can try, but whether you prevail will depend on the specific facts of your case. If you entered a plea and was sentenced...

Do appellate divisions of circuit courts in Florida issue mandates after the opinion in the same manner as the DCA?

Yes all appellate courts will issue a mandate, which signifies finality in that court. It also directs the lower court to proceed accordingly.

Is the 'Deadline' for filing a Motion To Recall Mandate based on when the term ends OR based on 120 days after mandate issued?

A few years ago, the rule changed limiting the power of an appellate court to recall its mandate. The new limit requires that it be done within...

How long after a defendant is sentenced to life without parole does he have to appeal?

You mentioned that a motion for new trial was filed which, if timely, will toll the time to file an appeal. the notice of appeal must be filed...

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A commutation of sentence is an extremely difficult task and unfortunately, rarely get granted. Numerous factors are considered, including how...

If no motion is filed with 15 days, a mandate will follow concluding the appeal. Assuming of course that a further appeal is not taken.

Knowing that alleged victims in Florida are consulted and their input is considered, what affect does this have on a defendant?

Unfortunately for your situation, the alleged victim has rights and great influence over your case. As long as they are not acting outrageously and...

As you may already know, this means that your loves one's post conviction motion was denied after an evidentiary hearing. The denial may be based...