Are there any cases in the 9th cir, or NV where the motion to sup. was granted because smell of marijuana was not PC to search?

There are a lot of cases in various circuits where the smell of marijuana is enough. But if you were in a 9th Circuit state where medicinal...

If a criminal charged is dismissed or found not guilty is this still a federal probation violation

The fact that the state case was dismissed or led to an acquittal does not prevent the conduct from being used for a federal probation violation....

My daughter and son in law are getting divorced.I was convicted of a fed.white collar crime and I'm on admin.probation as I aM

Whether you are permitted to see your grandkids will be up to their parents.

Will the new law help non violent criminals under the ACCA with prior drug convictions?

The Supreme Court's recent decision in U.S. v. Johnson applies only to defendants charged with firearms offenses who have three previous...

What is the new offense level for a prohibited person with a firearm or any offense level for firearms?

In United States v. Johnson, the Supreme Court held that one provision in the Armed Career Criminal Act is unconstitutionally vague. The decision...

Notwithstanding the decision of a misguided prosecutor to bring charges, I cannot imagine how mailing underwear could be a crime. The statute under...

Hi, my brother is is jail on federal hold, he's asking me to find out how to create a proper motion for federal court.

If he is facing federal charges, the court will appoint a lawyer to represent him at his first appearance in federal court if he cannot afford...

Does the RDAP program pertain to my fiancé?

As a violent offender, your fiance will not be eligible for any change in his sentence as a result of RDAP, including increasing his halfway house...

Yes, you can apply to the circuit court for a certificate of appealability on the issues that the district court did not grant one. This is set out...

I been told that 'With Prejudice' is typically used in Civil cases. Do Federal cases have 'a typical'?

It is not clear what you are asking. "With prejudice" means you don't get another chance. So if the court dismisses a case "with prejudice," the...