I have a class two felony arson.. i recently applied for a pardon because this incident was a result of domestic violence.

It is entirely up to the Governor, who has the power to grant or deny a pardon. But honestly, what do I think? I see no reason at all to expect a...

Can i get around the waiting period of my felony through clemency

No conviction can be expunged in Illinois and only a very few Class 4 felonies can even be sealed. If I recall correctly, retail theft Is not...

I was arrested twice for the same crime, I need legal advice on what to do and as far as I knew this was double jeopardy!

Whatever can be done to resolve this prosecution as favorably for you as possible, double jeopardy is not going to be a factor. Your original case...

Any advice on constructing the "statement of the case" section of my Writ of Certiorari brief?

Just to expand a bit on Ms. Finch's answer, with which I agree, you get the underlying point. The Supreme Court carries a very heavy caseload. ...

What happens if an defendant fails to appeal to the State Supreme Court?

There are two different but related procedural issues here that could become a problem on a Section 2254 habeas corpus petition. One is called...

My son has been charged with murder ,He currently has a court appointed attorney who wants him to plea. My son what's to fight.

A common problem. The law is that the decision whether to plead guilty or go to trial is the client's decision, not the lawyer's decision. It is...

Who is responsible for damage done to a stolen vehicle during a police chase?

The suspect for sure, I would think. But the suspect probably has no insurance and no assets. The cops? The city? You would have to ask an...

May I motion the CO Supreme Court to grant an extension of time to file a cert. without first paying the court fees for cert.?

The clerk of the Colorado Supreme Court is the one to ask. Just pick up the phone and call.

I can't tell you how discovery proceedings work in South Carolina, but in states with which I am familiar the autopsy protocol and exhibits would...

Is the law of Alleyne vs. US Districts retroactive?

Very few new constitutional rules have been made retroactive to cases that are beyond the direct appeal stage . Truly major cases such as Batson,...