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If a state warrant that is issued has the incorrect date, and the person was NOT in that state on that date, is it valid?
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Answered on July 11, 2013
It really comes down to what the crime charged is. People expose themselves to the jurisdictions of other states in different ways, so it depends...
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Is an inmate who punched and killed another inmate able to claim self defense after the deceased inmate struck and missed him?
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Answered on July 11, 2013
First off, I'm sorry for your loss, this is clearly a tragic situation.
As far as the self defense claim, it obviously depends on the full facts...
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Do I need an attorney for knowingly allowing unauthorizd (suspended) driver? If not I was recommended to take withhold if offerd
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Answered on July 10, 2013
Always hire an attorney for criminal charges. Even the most mundane, unassuming criminal traffic citations will adversely affect your future in...
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Should I turn myself in this county even though charges are from another county?
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Answered on July 10, 2013
Turning yourself into the county the warrant is from will only help to expedite the process. If you turn yourself into another county and are...
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Released with bail or transferred to another county for Violation of Probation?
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Answered on July 10, 2013
Presumably, the warrant has a bond already set by the judge that handled the case originally. Usually for misdemeanor probation, the bond, even on...
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Can i bond out of jail if i have more than one felony against me.
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Answered on July 10, 2013
The Clerk of Courts website and / or the Jail Booking website should contain the information you need to find out what your son's bonds are. Like...
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Can speedy trial deadline be used to force a DA to drop the charges if the clocks run out ?
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Answered on July 10, 2013
The State has 90 days in a misdemeanor from date of arrest and 175 in a felony to bring an accused to trial. Should the accused not waive his...
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How do I write/ request a modification of sentencing to a judge?
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Answered on July 09, 2013
Judges will often time roll over community control (house arrest) at the half way point if you haven't violated yet. This doesn't have to add...
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Can we do anything without a lawyer if the judge says one thing in court and writes something different in the order?
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Answered on July 08, 2013
Did the Judge set a hearing on the letter you wrote? If not, I agree with the above that the proper vehicle is a Motion to Clarify Order. The...
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Must the state prove you were properly explained the conditions of your probation?
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Answered on July 08, 2013
The State has to prove you were aware of the terms of your probation. This is easier than it seems though as the State may be able to: (1) enter...
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