Who do we contact for help if we think a criminal case has been mishandled by all involved in the process?

Dear ?, You cannot expect the prosecutor to tell you anything about the case. He/she might give some details to the prisoner's counsel but...

Does a application need to be submitted with certificate of probable cause

Dear ?, If the accused was found guilty after a trial, either by the judge or by a jury, then there is no requirement for a certificate of...

I'm my husband did a no contest plea due to the circumstances even though all evidence showed his innocence can he still appeal

Dear ?, Since you didn't say this was in federal court, I'm assuming it was in California Superior Court. Yes, he can appeal from a...

I am looking for a federal pro bono attorney in CT area for an appeal drug case. can anyone refer me?

Dear ?, If you call the Clerk of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, he/she should be able to help you with the procedures for having counsel...

Can my brother be compensated for lost time in prison after his case has been dismissed by the appeals court w/ prejudice?

Dear ?, Your brother needs to consult with a good civil rights attorney in your state. Only after such an attorney has examined the record...

How do I fight a recent order that I felt the judge is a bias and didn't look at both parties pleading before making the order??

Dear ?, If you haven't figured this out already, you need a lawyer! A good family law lawyer in your area is Robert Tennant. You get...

Is it possible to reverse a plea bargain if the defendant cannot re-enter the country?

Dear ?, You need to consult with an immigration attorney with criminal law experience (or vice versa) in the state where the person you are...

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How do I find a Pro Bono Attorney for someone who is currently serving a sentence for murder in a CA prison and needs to appeal.

Dear ?, As the previous counsel's answer correctly states, the process for assigning counsel to this prisoner should already have begun....

How to file a petition for writ to mandate

Dear ?, Who told you to file a writ of mandate? You cannot file such a writ in superior court until you have first a) had your claim...

Court of APPEAL

Dear ?, If part of the sentence in your case was a fine and you lose your appeal, yes, you will have to pay that fine. But if what you are...