Can you use new evidence that come up 10 years later to get a new trial

There is one possibility; albeit, as the gentlemen before me wrote, unlikely situation. The potential remedy is something called the...

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Motion For Recusal

Generally appeals only come from final orders, and after a trial. It may be possible, however to appeal this decision. But I agree with the other...

Can I appeal my sentencing for dui? the sentencing was on feb.18 2014.what is the statue of limmitations?

The gentlemen above are correct on timelines. Generally, you have 30 days to appeal from the date of sentencing. If, for example, you or your...

My boyfriend has a schedule court appearance date on his docket sheet for his PCRA. Is that a good thing?

When a person files a PCRA petition and requests a hearing, the Court should hold a hearing if the petition—in "lawyerese"— makes a claim that has...

The document your attorney failed to file is called a docketing statement. It is a form. Your next step would be to contact different appellate...

After a plea agreement is accepted/sentencing occurs can plea withdrawn if you did not know you could not live in home w. kids?

Generally, before sentencing it's easier to withdraw pleas. After sentencing, it becomes more difficult. From the date of sentencing, you have 10...

How do I know my lawyer is handling my appeal properly?

There’s one core issue here—your current lawyer’s professionalism. While I can respect other attorneys’ busy schedules, the lawyer currently...