The word of one person is enough to convict someone of any crime, except treason. When the owner comes to court and testifies, what he says will...

Can criminal charges be filed in court and local newspaper published charges prior to service of summons?

The First Amendment rights of freedom of speech and freedom of the press allow the newspaper to print truthful information about you. They can be...

Summons and Complaint...lawsuit

Although the form is entitled summons and complaint, there is no room to really put in a complaint, which is why the form states: "Actual...

Normally, the courts will require a plaintiff (person suing) to include in the complaint all claims arising out the same or related facts and...

How do i find a criminal appeals lawyer that does pro bono work in Florida?

If the defendant and his supporters cannot afford to pay an attorney, the defendant can ask the sentencing judge to appoint a lawyer. The...

My husband is suppose to report to a federal prison in three week. Can we file a bond and appeal to keep him from going?

To seek release on bond pending appeal you must file a motion with the sentencing court. The matter will be up to the judge's discretion. Ask...

Do I have to wait for the judges order to file a notice of appeal. Our hearing was today; 2-24-12.

In most cases, you need the actual written order disposing of the case in order to begin an appeal. Even then, not all actions are subject to...

You can file a motion for anything. The real question is whether the motion will win. Judges alone decide motions. Judges alone decide the...

Attorney missed my husbands felony hearing this morning because of kidney stones.

First of all, remember which side the prosecutor is on: against you. If the prosecutor can cause you to distrust your attorney, that would further...

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If the victim has no new evidence and is saying the same thing can my brother be charged?

Whether to bring charges, drop existing charges, or reinstate dropped charges, normally is a decision for the prosecutor alone, not subject to...