How can the federal prosecution have jurisdiction of a case that was never dismissed by the state?

The elements of the federal offense differ from those of the state offense, so there is nothing preventing indictment in both types of...

What kind of lawsuit can I bring with this scenario?

I had one like that in Columbus many years ago -- my client sold his restaurant including the lease to the defendant, who promptly defaulted and...

What does final agency decision mean in state and federal government?

A final order from an agency is appealable to the EEOC Office of Federal Operations, and must be appealed within 30 days of receipt. The details...

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How do you file an appeal for custody judgement in Kentucky?

Unfortunately, pro se appeals are almost never successful. The requirements of the courts provide no exceptions for non-lawyers; you must comply...

Which court reviews newly discovered evidence on Appeal after Landlord accepted future rent while MSJ decision was pending?

New evidence cannot be considered by any court of appeals, and the First District of Ohio is no exception. To make it part of the record requires...

We found out today we won physical custody of my fiancés son so now what happens?

Enforcement of trial court orders is a bit complicated, I'm sorry to say. Most commonly the trial court's decision is the end of the matter, so it...

Can the prosecutor appeal?

Yes, Ind. Code § 35-38-4-2 permits appeal by the state of an order granting a motion to dismiss.

The answer is a bit more complicated than, “the prosecutor makes that decision.” Victims (in Kentucky, the spouse of a deceased victim or an...

When CC permit holder is carrying a concealed handgun on his person in Ohio is it mandatory to have it in a holster?

No, the rules do not attempt to regulate the manner of carrying a firearm, leaving that to the wise discretion of the individual. Using a holster...

When I send my Interrogatories to the Plaintiff...how do I postpone my need to answer the complaint until they respond?

Where facts are needed, I would call my opponent to secure his or her consent, then file a simple stipulation with the court extending the time to...