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Q: Is it possible to appeal for a warning arrest letter that been issued for innocent person since more than 15 years ago?

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Dana B. Carron
Dana B. Carron
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  • Appeals & Appellate Lawyer
  • Detroit, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: Do you mean that they sent you a letter recently that warns you that they intend to arrest you in regards to a crime that happened 15 years ago? If so, your best chance to stop it is to have an attorney or someone else get in contact with the issuing authority and try to get more details about what is going on. Only then will you be able to try to stop it in its tracks.

Thomas. R. Morris agrees with this answer

Thomas. R. Morris
Thomas. R. Morris
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  • Appeals & Appellate Lawyer
  • Dexter, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: There is no "appeal" from this in the sense of a court appeal governed by the Michigan Court Rules of the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. Mr. Carron's advice about getting in touch with the issuing authority seems sound. If the letter was written 15 years ago, I would assume that the matter is closed, but if the letter was issued recently, you should consult with a criminal defense attorney.

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