Asking, "How much federal time," is not an easy question. This is yet another example that what appears to be a relatively straight forward...

If accused in a federal case and they a not a citizen of the US can they get bail if they have family that reside in US

The likelihood of Detention us increased with non- citizens based in thier being, in theory, an increased flight risk. It is the task of the...

Difference between State and Federal court?

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Hi, I recently just signed a plea bargain for 37 months in federal court. What are my chances of getting leniency sentencing?

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Does the set below fall into crime category? Please specify...

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Brady v. Deliberate Indifference

Your questions are excellent. The answers are not simple math, not 2+2=4. Caselaw analysis and application is an important part, I say part, of...

My son is guilty of identity thief does he need a public defender?

Having an attorney is essential to protect the rights of the accused. Public Defenders are attorneys. Just because it appears that the person in...

I was a victim of a home invasion, they stole property and weed, they were caught and arrested, can I be charged with a crime?

It depends on other factors that should not be discussed in a public forum. Given the suggested time delay from the event to the conviction and...

In a Fed case a charge stating a specific date and district in the indictment though not elements, must these be proven as well?

Dates and locations are important but are not elements of the crime. Conflicts or lack of proof regarding dates and locations can be used as part...

What method of drug testing do they use for court in Will County, IL The EMIT or GCMS

If you are subject to being tested the type of test and attributes of the test should be less important than compliance with the court orders and...