My husband is currently incarcerated and has been appointed to a public defender. How can he change to a different one?

A new appointment is unlikely without some issue that effects the relationship between attorney and client. Consider hiring the lawyer you want.

Did I file my notice of Appeal to soon if so what can I do?

I would re-file the notice of appeal once you are sentenced. That is when the court will determine the amount of the appeal bond that you would...

I was recently found guilty of Domestic Abuse/ bodily harm a {Serious Misdemeanor} how much time am I facing?

If the victim suffers bodily injury or mental illness, the assault is considered a serious misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and a...

I live in iowa i believe there is a warrant for my arrest in another county

It could be a warrant. The police might also want to talk to you about another matter. We can only speculate as to the true reason. Perhaps you can...

I have two weeks before sentencing what can I do to remain free till appeal is granted?

I don't think that you can appeal until you are sentenced because there could be errors in the sentencing process that also need to be considered...

Once you file for an appeal what steps can be taken to maintain your freedom at sentencing?

You post an appeal bond with the clerk of court at the time the notice of appeal is filed. That will stay or stop the sentence from being imposed...

Is it possible for a person to file an appeal on their own behalf?

The verdict cannot be appealed until you are sentenced. You have 30 days from the date you are sentenced to file a notice of appeal with the Clerk...

Within what time frame does the County Attorney have to place charges after they receive a complaint?

The county attorney has 45 days following an arrest which to file charges for the offense on which the arrest was made. The charging decision must...

I don't think it will provide a defense to the charge. It may prevent the DOT from properly noting the conviction on his certified abstract of...

What are my options following a public intoxication arrest?

If you have no defense, then you can request the grace of a deferred judgment and have the matter expunged from your record once you successfully...