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Can a plaintiff use polygraphs (multiple if need be ) of ones self...administered for purposes of determining truth in court?
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Answered on January 02, 2012
The rule of law in Alabama is that polygraph examinations are generally inadmissible in civil and criminal cases. See, Alabama Evidence 3rd Edition...
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Should my friend take court ordered rehab or stay in jail until her indictment?
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Answered on January 02, 2012
The first thing to recognize is that if your friend does indeed have a lawyer - whether retained or court appointed - it is the duty of the...
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If a used car dealer advertises a car as being meticulously maintained but it had a lot of problems is that false advertisement
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Answered on December 29, 2011
Probably not. The general rule governing the purchase of a vehicle in this state is "caveat emptor" - let the buyer beware. Absent an express...
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Are there any lawyers experienced with representing nonviolent prisoners under the amended habitual offender law
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Answered on December 18, 2011
Your best solution to your problem is to seek the services of an experienced criminal defense lawyer who specializes in representing clients before...
What is the statue of limitations on child molestation?
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Answered on December 16, 2011
There is no "statute of limitations" on this type crime in the state of Alabama. See, Title 15-3-5 (a)(4): Any sex offense involving a victim under...
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What inconsistent statements lead to dismissals of DUI cases?
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Answered on December 16, 2011
Your question is far too vague and general to be adequately answered. You should start with the proposition that all criminal defendants -including...
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When should an officer actually mirandize a detainee or defendant?
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Answered on December 16, 2011
Since this question is listed under the "DUI Board" I am going to assume that the question revolves around a traffic stop and traffic-related...
I bonded someone out of jail and they didnt go to court can I go to jail
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Answered on December 14, 2011
The court will issue a 'forfeiture and capias' warrant. The bond will be scheduled for bond forfeiture hearing. At that time, the bond holder must...
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Is it true dothan alabama has the highest conviction rate,but also has the most overturned also in appeals court?
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Answered on December 11, 2011
I cannot tell if this is a legitimate inquiry or a generalized complaint, but it is commonly recognized within the criminal defense bar that...
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Can I use freedom of imformation act to find out a imformant on drug case
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Answered on December 10, 2011
No. The federal 'Freedom of Information' act found in Title 5 of the United States Code does not apply to the states or to sub-divisions of the...