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Plea bargaining in criminal cases
Plea bargaining is when the defendant chooses to plead guilty to a charge in exchange for leniency, such as a reduced or eliminated prison sentence or fine.
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Understanding Lesser Included Offenses in Plea Negotiations
What Do Lesser Included Offenses Mean? Lesser included offenses are crimes that have all the same core parts as more significant ones but have less se...
Written by attorney James Edward Monroe
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Appealing a Plea Bargain
Waiving Your Rights to Appeal You are charged with a string of criminal offenses, but you swear it wasn’t you. However, several eyewitnesses put you a...
Written by attorney Gregory Wayne Schwesinger
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HYTA - Michigan's Sealed Record - Holmes Youthful Trainee Act
Quick Michigan Legal Tips. HYTA, or Holmes youthful Trainee Act is explained by Michigan criminal defense attorney, Aaron J. Boria. HYTA Allows a de...
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Navigating Plea Bargains: Pros and Cons
The Pros of Plea Bargains Reduced Sentences: One of the most significant benefits of plea bargains is the potential for reduced sentences. By agreeing...
Written by attorney William Carroll Matthews
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Confessions and/or "Giving a Statement" in Texas (State case)
There's a good chance you are a suspect and they want a confession The detective might just sound like he's being friendly, he just wants you to "air...
Written by attorney Adrian Flores
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Using Affidavits of Non-Prosecution in Family Violence Cases
Common Misconceptions Often times, people involved in a criminal family violence case believe that an Affidavit of Non-Prosecution is a quick and easy...
Written by attorney James Chiles
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Are Public Defenders Good Lawyers?
The bottom line is public defenders are generally excellent lawyers, but their caseload limits the attention they can give any one case, like yours.
Written by attorney Avvo Staff
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Federal Sentencing Advocacy, Part 2: The Defendant's Remorse and Acceptance of Responsibility
In this second video of a series of three, federal criminal defense attorney Joseph Abrams discusses the defendant's remorse and acceptance of respons...
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The Art of the Federal Plea Bargain
When Should a Plea Agreement be Negotiated? There is no “ideal time” to begin negotiating a plea agreement. Depending on the positioning of the case a...
Written by attorney Joseph Abrams
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74D-4. Alarm Systems Licensing Board. (a) The Alarm Systems Licensing Board is hereby established. (b) The Board shall consist of seven...
Play Video Written by attorney Danny R. Glover Jr.
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41-3. Survivorship among trustees.
41-3. Survivorship among trustees. In all cases where only a naked trust not coupled with a beneficial interest has been created or exists, or shall...
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Redemption, Recovery, & Mitigating Your Case
Holistic Approach 1) acknowledge legal & personal issues resulting in problem; 2) create action plan for specific problem; 3) seek tailored community...
Written by attorney Dax Monroe Pueschel
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The Guilty Plea: Frequently Asked Questions
If I did the crime, should I just plead guilty immediately? Not necessarily. In almost every case, it is beneficial to plead not guilty at the start o...
Written by attorney Susanna Zannie Carlson
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1-35. Title against State.
1-35. Title against State. The State will not sue any person for, or in respect of, any real property, or the issue or profits thereof, by reason of...
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136-11.1. Prior consultation on transportation projects.
136-11.1. Prior consultation on transportation projects. Prior to any action of the Board on a transportation project, the Department shall inform a...
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32C-1-112. Reimbursement and compensation of agent.
32C-1-112. Reimbursement and compensation of agent. (a) If the terms of the power of attorney specify the amount or the way the compensation...
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What is the difference between being indicted and convicted?
What is the difference between being indicted and convicted?
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Dismissing Your Criminal Charges: Seven Options
What Are Your Options If You Can't Get Your Criminal Charges Dismissed? You have two options if you can’t get your criminal charges dismissed. Option...
Written by attorney Alan Peyrouton
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Typical Stages of a Criminal Case in Utah Justice Courts
Citation or Arrest You are arrested or receive a citation from law enforcement. If it is a minor traffic offense, the officer will usually submit the...
Written by attorney Ian L Quiel
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BE CREATIVE: deliver results for your criminal defense clients when the prosecutor says "NO DEAL"
As a former prosecutor, I was in the middle of 1000's of negotiations with defense attorneys both in New York City and in Michigan. The majority of...
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Never Accept a Plea Deal Alone
Resist Making a Snap Decision At Arraignment, the District Attorney or prosecutor might offer a plea deal. They might tell you that it is the *best d...
Written by attorney Chris A Nielsen
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Bad Plea Deal DUI Trial
DUI cases are taken to trial for many reasons. Sometimes, the evidence, facts, or laws are favorable to you. Another reason you might consider takin...
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Understanding Plea Bargains in San Diego, California
What Are Plea Bargains? Plea bargains are agreements between the defendant and the prosecuting attorney for the defendant to enter a guilty plea in ex...
Written by attorney Stefano L. Molea
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Section 12.44 Sentence Reductions in Texas
What is Section 12.44(a) and Why Does it Matter to the State Jail Felony Defendant? In accordance with Section 12.35 of the Texas Penal Code, the conf...
Written by attorney Kevin Kenneth Hays
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Plea Under Advisement in Arkansas
Some thoughts on plea under advisement. The subject of a plea under advisement and whether a person should consider asking for one is beyond the inten...
Written by attorney Paul David Reynolds
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