Can you appeal a plea bargain on a murder case?

Most plea bargain agreements will contain a paragraph or clause that states that the defendant entering into the agreement agrees to waive his...

In advance of filing an appeal, what can I do to request a stay of a probate judge's decision?

Most states have a procedure you can follow (usually through the appellate rules of procedure) that allow you to post a bond (security) to "stay"...

The error must be clear based on the appellate record and you will not be permitted to supplement the record with additional evidence or documents....

What is the procedure for responding to a default judgment can I appeal

In Texas, the failure to file an answer when you have been sued will result in a default judgment. Once that is entered, the person sued will have...

TX DW, Attorney did not fully represent my son

In Texas, you can prosecute an intoxicated driver in 2 ways: using a blood alcohol content percentage or using the officer's observations as to...

Can I sue my employer for failing to intervene in and adulterous relationship between my husband/student and an instructor?

It sounds as though you'd like to sue the school for alienation of spousal affection. I believe Texas does not recognize such a type of case. You...

This request is generally made by a party who is unhappy with the trial court's decision and intends to appeal the decision. This request also,...

If you filed the appeal, you can file a motion to voluntarily dismiss the appeal.

Can we appeal or sentence and plea in federal court system? If so how?

More than likely, as a part of the plea agreement, your husband agreed to waive his rights to appeal the conviction and sentence. If this occurred,...

Appealing a civil lawsuit

You can suspend the execution of the decision (judgment) if it is a monetary judgment by filing what is called a supersedeas bond. This bond must...