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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Minnesota on
Q: What is the remedy for the court of appeals failing to make a decision within the 90 day timeframe?

I appealed the denial of a motion to suppress in my criminal case. The briefs were filed and the case submitted to appeals on September 21. I read the decision must be made in 90 days. What happens when they don't?

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answered on Dec 22, 2021

Nothing. The decision will be issued in due course.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Minnesota on
Q: Should I file and appeal on a judges ruling regarding the name change of a minor when recipient was not served properly?

The mother of my bfs daughter has been trying to change the last name of his 3yo daughter to her new married name. He first received a letter in the mail regarding this motion in Sept. The letter only indicated the time, date, and virtual hearing link. It was in Oct 2021 and he showed up to find... View More

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answered on Dec 16, 2021

Perhaps an appeal would be proper

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Tennessee on
Q: how long a case can stay in us appellate court before a decision is made
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answered on Dec 14, 2021

There is no time limit. The opinion is issued in due course, but 60-90 days is usually when a decision is issued.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Family Law and Child Custody for West Virginia on
Q: Can I appeal the courts decision to terminate my parental rights
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answered on Nov 15, 2021

First, I am not a WVA lawyer. That being said, I would think you could appeal that decision, unless you have agreed in the termination case to waive your appeal rights.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for Minnesota on
Q: Police fabricated probable cause statement to charge and convicted me assault when there was NO injuries. Police and Dr

Have both testified stating there were NO INJURIES and yet I was still found guilty of assault and the judge lied in his findings of facts saying the doctor witnessed injuries when she testified stating that there were NO injuries and I believe that is "fraud on the court" and voids... View More

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answered on Oct 24, 2021

There is "assault" and "battery." You could have an assault WITHOUT a battery, but the reverse doesn't apply. So even if there were no injuries, a person can commit an assault. Putting someone else in fear of their safety or possible injuries, or worse, when there is intent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Is due process violated when only two judges sit on an appeals case, given the customary number is three?

The 6th Circuit US Court of Appeals employs a three judge panel to hear all appeals, both criminal and civil. What if one of the judges was so sick, he could not understand the proceedings, leaving effectively only two judges? Since everybody else is given three judges, is this a violation of due... View More

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answered on Oct 4, 2021

Generally, NO. I assume the absent judge will be at the conference meeting where they usually discuss the case(s) and vote. So I don't see any violation of due process.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: My lawyer didn't tell me I had ten days to motion for reconsideration with the appeal court.

he said I need to get another attorney cause he doesn't like losing I only had two days left after he informed me that he wouldn't be handling my case cause he doesn't have time, I found out online that my case had been affirmed.

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answered on Sep 15, 2021

I'm sorry, but what is your question?

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Federal Crimes for Florida on
Q: I filed a 2255 petition while in prison that was denied.COA also denied. I appealed the denial of a COA and released

From prison shortly after. I notified both the eleventh circuit and the US Attorney of my release address. A month later the US Attorney mailed me a certificate of interested person's with an appellate case number (18-13559-E). I have since heard nothing from the courts or US Attorney. It has... View More

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answered on Aug 30, 2021

Call the Clerk of Court in the court of your case. Most information like this is publicly available, so the Clerk of Court can answer any questions about the status of your case. Be sure you have the case number, if that's available to you.

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Colorado on
Q: How does one file a notice of appeal judgment
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answered on Aug 12, 2021

First, I am not a Colorado lawyer. That being said, I think your question is "how do I file a notice of appeal." If your case is in State court then, generally, you file a notice of appeal in the trial court. Along with the notice is any fee required to file. And generally, the notice of... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for North Carolina on
Q: I filed a motion for a temporary stay with the court of appeals which was denied. Can I file a new motion for temp stay?
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answered on Aug 11, 2021

First, I am not a NC attorney. That being said, I suppose you could file another motion for a temporary stay. But that motion will probably be denied as the first one was, unless you can show a material change in your favor.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Antitrust and Appeals / Appellate Law for Texas on
Q: How do I file my evidence in appeallant federal court if my Attorney's not responding nor submitted ever
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answered on Aug 9, 2021

First, I am not a Texas attorney. That being said, generally there is no evidence presented at the appellate level. The case proceeds from a final judgment of the trial court and whatever evidence was presented there.

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Appeal a felony gun charge as an authorized concealed to carry citizen.

Due to ongoing disputes with my neighbor and family members, I used my concealed to carry gun on my property. This was my first offense. My bail was excessive and the harassment in jail was unbearable so I plead guilty to 23 1/2 months and fours of probation. I would like to appeal my case,... View More

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answered on Jul 31, 2021

You entered a guilty plea--generally, a charge for which you plead guilty cannot be appealed. If you have any cause to set aside that guilty plea, that has to be done in the trial court.

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was acquitted of a crime on appeal. I had been order to pay restitution.

What is the controlling case law or statue in Pennsylvania that requires the court to return the money to the Defendant.

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answered on Jul 13, 2021

I don't know if any restitution you have paid can be refunded to you, if you have won on appeal. Perhaps you need to file a motion with the trial court, attached the appellate decision, and request a hearing.

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2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for California on
Q: I am in Appellate Division Appeal-Misd Supreme Court in California. If I lose where would I appeal to ?

Filed for Factually Innocent. Prosecutor is fighting me over it.

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answered on Jul 12, 2021

First, I am not a CA lawyer. But as I recall, the Supreme Court of CA is the state's highest appellate court. If that's correct, the only option available is to appeal to the US Supreme Court--by writ of certiorari in the first instance.

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: Can police take cell phones?..& is 18 months before even being offered a plea a violation of a right to a speedy trial?

Defendant was indicted on charge for poss.of g2 cs 1-4g’s. After a year & a 1/2 of rescheduling court dates, prosecutor offered a plea bargain that was reluctantly accepted by defendant after advise from court appointed counsel.

Defendant believes counsel was overwhelmed &... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2021

First, I am not a Texas lawyer. But I believe that the initial procedure you should explore is a motion before the trial court to nullify your plea. I would assume that in the questions you were asked before entering that plea, is that you have given up any right to appeal. So the first thing is to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for California on
Q: How could I word my argument in my appellant opening brief?

Q: submitted proof of completion of programs, complied with visitation orders, requested 2 more hours a week judge denies

I’m appealing two cases, one for each of my daughters. I have complied with visitation ordered and submitted proof of completion of all requirements. I’ve been... View More

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answered on Jul 3, 2021

Your argument in your brief could be just like what you said above.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Michigan on
Q: I filed a civil case in small claims court against a door company for poor installation.

I filed a civil case in small claims court against a door company for poor installation. We had a zoom conference and the judge could not hear me so he dismissed the case. I called the court and was told to file a motion, which I did, and due to the fact the post office having problems having... View More

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answered on Jul 3, 2021

First, I am not a Michigan lawyer. But having said that, my answer is probably yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for South Carolina on
Q: I lost pcr in SC. Pcr Judge say Georgia case from Georgia appeals isn't binding upon SC courts ,is this true

Caselaw from Georgia..state v Goodman, 469 s.e.2d 327.

Georgia court of appeals ruled in favor of the guy,and say he did not violate the left turn law , my case from SC is 98% like his.

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Charles William Michaels
answered on Jun 21, 2021

First I am not a SC attorney. But generally a case from out of state (by it Georgia, or elsewhere) do NOT bind the South Carolina courts. It can be persuarive authority but the South Carolina courts do not have to follow it.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Mississippi on
Q: Can the Supreme Court deny an application for leave to proceed in the trial court without a show of cause or authority .

I received a letter stating issues have no merit not identify what issues or what was the judges decision.

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answered on Jun 16, 2021

The short answer to your question is YES. The (Mississippi) Supreme Court or the US Supreme Court can deny a request for relief with just a short order saying that. The US Supreme Court denies petitions for a writ of certiorari just that way. No explanation.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Washington on
Q: Hello, it is Illegal to file an appeal with the State, if you have concrete evidence that you should have...

never even Filed one in the first place? Would this be considered a fraudulent appeal?

Thanks

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answered on Jun 15, 2021

I don't have the required information to answer this question. An "appeal with the State"? And "concrete evidence that you should never even filed one in the first place"? The question makes no sense to me. And I don't know any procedure for a "fraudulent... View More

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