Post Conviction Relief - ineffective counsel, failure to investigate.

Post conviction relief (based on an ineffective assistance of counsel claim) only comes into play AFTER you have pled guilty and been sentenced....

Can anyone explain weather its a misdemeanor or felony drug charge

Possession of a usable quantity of marijuana anywhere in the State of Arizona is a FELONY. The degree of the felony depends upon the...

My spouse was pulled over " going in excess of 35 mph limit"

When did the arresting officer make it to the scene? I'm assuming your husband was stopped for speeding, then one of the officers discovered that...

I received three citations over three years ago in Scottsdale, AZ. Can an attorney take of these without my presence?

Of most immediate concern are the active warrants for your arrest. The first order of business for a retained attorney on your case would be to...

Is a minor misdemeanor (from Ohio, also it has been expunged) considered an undesignated offense in Arizona?

You need to re-post this question in Avvo's criminal law section for Ohio, since it deals with the definition of an Ohio offense.

I haven't done this before, as I almost always agree with the advice that he gives, but I am going to disagree with my colleague, Mr. Nurmi. ...

Yes. Obviously, you've been charged, so the State believes they have a reasonable likelihood of convicting you. Depending on the value of the...

Will a m.i.c ticket get dissmissed if im 21 on my court date?

No. It's the age you were when you were cited that counts.

I'm curious as to what other evidence the police have regarding your drinking other than your confession? You most likely will NOT receive...

I got married 2 days before i went to prison to serve a 10 year sentence. I want to file for a divorce or annulment

Please resubmit your question in the Divorce/Separation section of Avvo.com for an answer. Good luck!