Can he file a motion where illegal sentence exists and get the whole case remanded for a retrial?
An error in sentencing (if there was one) is not grounds for a new trial - the remedy is to correct whatever error there is. But before he/you...
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An error in sentencing (if there was one) is not grounds for a new trial - the remedy is to correct whatever error there is. But before he/you...
As you've seen from the other answers, he cannot be retried on the incident that involved you. However, your question states that he "will be up...
You're asking for a "pro bono" attorney. That is often viewed as asking for a free attorney or one that is willing to take a case on for free. Not...
Is it possible? Yes. Whether or not it happens is another story. If there is a strong case against you (that's where the analysis should start -...
It's not a civil "fine" - it's a civil demand letter. California law allows a merchant to demand up to $500 following a theft incident. These...
The jail will not take them late. They will need to get back to court and either be prepared to be taken into custody, to potentially face a...
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Not yet, but keep the momentum going and talk to your lawyer about a finding of factual innocence under Penal Code 851.8. If that is granted, then...
Either keep calling around until you find one you can afford or you'll just have to go to court and face the judge, then request a public defender...
Attorneys often will make a "special appearance" for another attorney. If for example, your lawyer was engaged in trial in another courthouse and...
The statute of limitations is three years for that offense. If they haven't filed by now, odds are they won't. Hang in here. You may want to...