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Found guilty at trial (not sentenced). Possible ineffective counsel and prosecutorial misconduct. Is Rule 35(c) a possibility?
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Answered on October 17, 2015
Yes you can file a 35c but it usually follows the filing and ruling on any appeal. A 35c is different than an appeal. A 35c involves a claim of...
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Can I pick my son up if something is wrong on a visit with his dad ?
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Answered on October 17, 2015
I generally agree with the response of counsel Goldman. An attorney really needs to know what orders are already in place and in which state (NJ,...
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Can they revoke my defered sent before im convicted of .rew ,harge
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Answered on October 17, 2015
The short answer is "yes." They can revoke based on the new charge, although they usually will wait to determine the outcome of the new case if...
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When will a background check be updated to show my case was dismissed?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
I agree with attorney Geil's answer. But I'd take it a step further to expedite things. If you can get to the closest CBI office -- there is one in...
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Will a judge order treatment for multiple UA violations on probation?
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Answered on October 16, 2015
Your boyfriend should focus on mitigating penalty by agreeing to enter a more intensive substance abuse program, as his probation will likely be...
Can I appeal a temporary custody order?
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Answered on October 13, 2015
Sorry this happened. If a magistrate presided over the temporary custody hearing, you can file what is called a Rule 7 motion for the District...
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Can the landlord evict me based on personal feelings?
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Answered on October 11, 2015
I generally agree with counsel Weeden's advice and would briefly add the following:
if there is an order in place for your husband to pay rent,...
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Can a consigner get a felony if the defendant does not show up to court?
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Answered on October 07, 2015
As other counsel have said, I am not aware of a co-signor being on the hook for a felony or losing her housing if a defendant does not turn himself...
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Criminal Case, What Are The Chances He Will Win?
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Answered on October 07, 2015
While all the prior answers from counsel are spot on regarding asking us to be "odds makers," counsel Weeden has provided the most helpful answer...
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How do I get a protection order dropped.
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Answered on October 07, 2015
Depending on the type of order and what case it was issued in, the only person who can move to dismiss a protection order is the person who took...