How long in a murder/ arson case can a DA withhold evidence from the public defender even after a motion of discovery?

What is the alleged evidence that is being withheld? If there is a motion and it was granted, then a judge gives a specific time frame.

How do you know if a downward departure was used in your sentencing??

A departure may be able to be used multiple times depending on the reason. The best way to know if it was used is to either ask your attorney or...

Not a good idea. The judge won't read it and the state won't care. The state may even be able to use it as evidence or add additional witnesses...

I was ordered to go to court for trespassing and resisting arrest without violence. Seven years later I was falsely accused.

I am sorry but you are only allowed one sealing in your life. Your best bet is to get a certified copy of the dropped charge and let potential...

Do I need to pay Walmart's civil fee that I received in the mail from Palmer Law?

Those are very common letters. It is your choice as to pay but the chance of them suing you is very remote.

If doing 90 days in county jail and on probation for 2years will that time count towards my probation

We need more information to answer that question. Was a condition of probation 90 days? Did the probation start after jail?

My daughter wants to fire her lawyer, can she get alternate or pro-bono representation?

Your daughter needs to sit down with her lawyer and make sure they are both on the same page as far as a strategy. If they are not, your daughter...

Do I need to retain an attorney?

Best advice is to retain a local lawyer. Good luck,

Appealingly After dmv hearing for DUI - lost

What is your question? DMV has a much lower standard of proof then a criminal court and an appeal will be difficult. Please speak to your lawyer...

Can charges just be placed against you?

Sadly, yes. The police can make an arrest on a much lower standard of proof. The real question is can a prosecutor file charges or convict you? ...