If accused of a crime and it goes to trial, does the accused have to attend if they are represented by an attorney? Thanks.

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DO I HAVE TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY HANDLE GETTING BACK INTO COURT ON A RULE 35 STARTED WITH AN ATTORNEY ?

The Rule 35 is started by a motion from the government. Once the government files a motion, you can request that counsel be appointed. Until...

I was raided in Ohio over a year ago and no charges ever filed. What should be done?

The case may still be under investigation. This could take awhile. They seized things they believed could represent illegal proceeds of drug...

I have 400 hours of comm service to complete in 3 years for federal probation. Will my probation be extended for not completing.

Joint restitution means that each defendant is liable for the full amount. Nonetheless, as long as you are making periodic payments in keeping...

A defendant has a right to a trial. He doesn't have a right to plead guilty. Nonetheless, your attorney should discuss with the prosecutor...

Are there any defense Lawyers?

You will have a lot of trouble re-opening this case after 7 years. The time to complain about violation of the plea agreement was at sentencing. ...

Can probable cause or reasonable suspicion be used as a means to search a vehicle with illegal license plates/contraband located

Based on the observations of the officers--false plates, not the owner driving, whatever the transaction was with the two men--the police may have...

If you are released on a federal bond, what can they decide to do with the inmate?

It is up to the court to decide on conditions of release. Each case is different. Could it be a halfway house? Yes? GPS device? Yes. House...

If a friend testifies in court for possession to save me from a charge, could he get in trouble for that charge?

If the friend says it was his to save you, he probably will be charged with possession.

Can a person ever get a gun permit if they a felon

Under federal law, you can only possess a firearm after having been convicted of a felony if your civil rights for that conviction have been...