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Husband got agg assault against public servant. Sentenced 8 years could he get shock probation?

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 13, 2015

Consult a local experienced criminal defense lawyer who will review the case facts and the law to determine what options are available. Timing is...

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If someone's testimony in civil court directly contradicts prior testimony can criminal charges be filed for perjury?

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 12, 2015

Complex questions require complex analsys. Consult and retain an experienced local criminal defense attorney to completely investigate the fact...

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What is the time frame from which a grand jury has to indict someone who is already serving time in federal prison?

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 12, 2015

The limitations period in a specific case is governed by local (Texas) law. Usually 3-5 years is a good estimate. In this situation the important...

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Jurisdiction

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 12, 2015

Jurisdiction is the authority (power) of court to proceed and decide with a specific charge. Venue deals with the proper place (geographic...

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Does federal courts run concurrent sentecing?

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 11, 2015

Concurrent or consecutive sentences are either mandated(non-descretionary) by statute or descretionary by the sentencing judge. If mandated as...

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If being charged with injury to a child by omission with no back round is it possible to go to jail?? And for how long??

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 11, 2015

Charges must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Your suggested fact pattern should be developed as a theory of defense by your experienced local...

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Fiance got convicted of assaulting 2 children that later admitted they made up the story detective admitted to fabricating it

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 10, 2015

A Civil rights lawyer should be Consulted and retained ASAP.

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Do i have the right to refuse a polygraph test in a murder case

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 09, 2015

Most certainly do NOT submit to a polygraph. Consult and retain an experienced local criminal defense attorney ASAP. Be aware and beware.

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Will my sister qualify for the drug minus two act even though she was originally sentenced under a mandatory minimum?

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 09, 2015

Many other factors must be considered to answer your question with an answer it deserves. Consult and retain an experienced federal criminal...

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Does the Sentencing Commission have the power to change the "career offender" guidelines? If not, can you explain to me who does

Raymond's answer | Answered on January 09, 2015

The USSC has the authority to amend the sentencing guidelines subject to the approval of Congress. This "approval" takes place once a year and...

Raymond George Wigell's Answers (3682)

Husband got agg assault against public servant. Sentenced 8 years could he get shock probation?

If someone's testimony in civil court directly contradicts prior testimony can criminal charges be filed for perjury?

What is the time frame from which a grand jury has to indict someone who is already serving time in federal prison?

Jurisdiction

Does federal courts run concurrent sentecing?

If being charged with injury to a child by omission with no back round is it possible to go to jail?? And for how long??

Fiance got convicted of assaulting 2 children that later admitted they made up the story detective admitted to fabricating it

Do i have the right to refuse a polygraph test in a murder case

Will my sister qualify for the drug minus two act even though she was originally sentenced under a mandatory minimum?

Does the Sentencing Commission have the power to change the "career offender" guidelines? If not, can you explain to me who does