What do you do when you find out a prosecutor withheld evidence which would have proved your innocence?

There are two aspects to consider -- (1) the fact that there is newly discovered evidence that tends to exonerate the defendant; and (2) the...

Do not take the risk of simply leaving without following the advice given by the other attorneys who've answered your question. One of the first...

Notice to appear in court for trespassing.

It's my understanding that, in California, depending on who owns the property (and other factors, like notice, or any other damage or harm that may...

Did the magistrate in my case act in bad faith?

"Bad faith" usually refers to some form of judicial misconduct, such as using his office to harm someone for personal reasons, accepting bribes or...

Is it legal to be stripped naked, held in jail for hours then transported to a mental health institution AFTER bond's posted?

Some additional information about a person's rights following a mental health commitment is available here:...

Magistrate playing favorites and making threats

Information about submitting a complaint of judicial misconduct in Virginia can be found...

Respondent filed an answer to petition but no counterpetition. How should I proceed?

If your adversary is not represented by a lawyer, he/she is supposed to be granted a substantial amount of leeway when it comes to the rules of...

How long until child is returned with motion for civil contempt?

If your motion is granted, the judge will likely specify exactly what the time for compliance will be.

Am I entitled to half of the security deposit irregardless

Most likely, it sounds like your former landlord would be justified to consider that you signed the lease jointly, paid for it jointly, and thus...

Is this true? Florida law dictates what evidence is permitted and disallowed during al trial for sexual battery.

Of course it's admissible. It would be admissible with or without the statute. The statute takes it a step further -- it provides that a...