Federal Public Defender (Court Fees)

More often than not, a person who qualifies for representation by the Federal Public Defender or appointed counsel under the federal Criminal...

Plea Agreement (Federal Court)

I agree with Mr. Aaronson that you should consult with a federal criminal defense lawyer about these issues. If you don't already have one, you...

Can a sexual assualt lawsuit be filed against cps in washington state 20 yrs later?

There have been cases in Washington state that were filed many years after the events occurred. Whether you can work around the statute of...

My brother was indicted but his partner was not in a white collar crime.

I agree with what Mr. Sachs explained to you. After reading your additional comments, it seems to me that the situation is complicated by the fact...

If a lawyer files intent to withdraw is that firing you as a client or if case is over is that just the process.

I don't know what a relocation case is, but if the case was completed as you say, then it is very likely the lawyer filed the notice of intent to...

How prosecutors determind whether to prosecute or not

You cannot sue the prosecutor for his or her exercise of "discretion" in filing charges. It is possible, although not common, to get charges...

What can be done when a commissioner is bias and will not go by facts but hearsay?

I agree with Mr. Mackin about your immediate options for challenging the commissioner's ruling. Your lawyer can advise you what your best options...

You should consider consulting with a different lawyer, one who specializes in legal ethics or legal malpractice. There is not a simple answer to...

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My arraignment judge filled in for my lawyer and argued for a continuance at a pretrial hearing. Is this a case for dismissal?

The situation you describe is indeed unusual, but it does not appear that what happened harmed your interests in any way. At the time of your...

Can the supposed victim push harder on this?

The person who was arrested needs to hire a good criminal defense lawyer in the Everett or Sno County area. If the person does not have the funds...