Why my co-defendant doesn't have my same court date?
Not at all unusual and there can be many reasons.
Evanston, IL
Appeals Lawyer at Evanston, IL
Practice Areas: Appeals, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime
Not at all unusual and there can be many reasons.
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