I'm a retired police officer from Massachusetts. I was involved in several investigations that have been completed but the trials have not started. I do not believe that my testimony is really germane to the cases.
answered on Oct 27, 2021
Valid subpoenas served on witnesses are enforceable especially in today's world of zoom appearances...My suggestion is to contact the office of the attorney serving the subpoena and/or the prosecutors involved in the cases.
My felony got noell processing and my misdemeanor got held so why did I get out on felony probation
answered on Oct 27, 2021
Sounds like a plea bargain…probation is probation regardless of who is doing the monitoring. Felony probation typically exceeds twelve months, while misdemeanor probation is typically less than twelve. Regardless, you are being supervised by a state/county agency for the time period the judge... View More 
Pulled over cops saying we had no seat belts a lie no tickets car searched nothing passenger told he has violation and warrant a lie in order to search passenger then found with narcotics offered become c.i go home does never able to give info then arrested
answered on Oct 25, 2021
If the officer lied in order to obtain probable cause there would be serious problems with the prosecution any case resulting from the encounter you described. Contact a competent criminal lawyer to prosecute your defense.
answered on Oct 25, 2021
First and foremost go to a doctor and determine what your medical condition is...The second is to communicate with the local office of the State Attorney (assuming that an incident report was filed with law enforcement). As Mr. Thorgaard indicated, depending on the circumstances, you should... View More
My husband got
followed for miles and than pulled over in my front yard for not having headlights on. Got arrested and is facing 7 to15 years. I think it was an illegal search.
answered on Oct 20, 2021
In minimum/mandatory sentencing, the defendant serves the full amount of the minimum/mandatory sentence imposed on a day for day basis.
As for the second part of your question, there are insufficient facts to provide you an adequate answer. If the headlights were functioning and on and... View More
He then asked could he search my vehicle I told him no I well first I asked him what his probable cause was he said because he wanted to I told him no he brought the dog out and they alerted on my vehicle and he found a set of digital skills by the way this was not a patrol cop this was a narcotics... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2021
You should discuss this matter with your attorney and/or public defender...This site is not appropriate for a detailed analysis. It would appear as though you do have some issues regarding the stop.
It was reported on the police report and body-cam footage.
answered on Oct 17, 2021
You may have a difficult time securing an acquittal in these circumstances. Good luck.
indeed ineffective,reversed and remanded for new trial and the DCA concludes that defendant established prejudice because of the ineffectiveness... does it that constitute a legal civil matter to be filed against the trial counsel for ineffectiveness?
answered on Oct 16, 2021
This is not a criminal law question…it involves an issue for a civil trial lawyer to determine and assess liability and damages. If you are going to sue for damages resulting from this matter, you would have to deal with a statute of limitations issue which is two years.
If the case is... View More
Ineffectiveness was so apparent on the face of the record can a defendant file a civil suit against the attorney and sue for punitive damages and fees
answered on Oct 16, 2021
You are presuming a great number of things…the first being that your attorney was ineffective (just because you were found guilty does not equate to ineffectiveness on lawyers part); assuming ineffectiveness does not amount to punitive damages; your first step is to file a 3.850 motion.... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2021
I’m assuming you are asking about an arrest affidavit. Probable cause would need to be established on the affidavit or on some other document like a warrant.
I was addicted to drugs at the time, so I had no choice but a public defender. Would definitely be open to hiring an attorney for a modification if necessary
answered on Oct 12, 2021
It is certainly within reason to have the community service converted to a monetary payment in most parts of the state
answered on Oct 11, 2021
That would depend on the circumstances of the possession of the blank check...my suggestion is for you to remain silent and not talk to law enforcement.
answered on Oct 10, 2021
They work at their own pace and there is no way to predict…they rule after all briefs are presented and there may also be an oral argument.
What are the chances I'll get probation instead of incarceration?
answered on Oct 10, 2021
Unless there is a prior history and/or any aggravating circumstances….you may likely get probation. You might also be able to get a pre-trial diversion.
GET A GOOD LAWYER!!!
The other party has since withdrawn from school and my daughter is getting all the fault. They even say they investigated but will not share any of the file
answered on Oct 7, 2021
This is not a criminal law case. It appears that if there is an inheritance and you are the administrator of the estate…you are the one that controls the distribution and management of the assets. How is your daughter keeping you from doing what you need to?
Doesn’t make sense…
Medical needs are not being met. A recent diverticulitis flare up went untreated for approx 6 weeks causing extreme pain and a 40+ lbs weight loss. I filed complaints with PREA, Inspector Generals office, the prison directly and got no results. My child has now been transferred to the 3rd prison... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2021
You need to retain a lawyer to review the file and then meet with them…Some lawyers may offer a free consult (be mindful of the adage that says “advice you receive for free is worth what you paid for it…nothing.”
Case Victim of a false arrest, discriminated against access to justice since a protection order was snatched from her with false reports by the Police, later sentenced "Not just cause"
4 months later he was arrested for the same charge but with reports of aggressions that did not... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2021
My only suggestion is for you to meet with a lawyer and discuss possible options…I will warn you that you might have to pay for consultation and review of your file.
Overpayment and fraud, how do I know if I’m being charged with unemployment fraud??? I’ve been notified of overpayment!
answered on Sep 30, 2021
Florida Statute 934.03 is the applicable statute…read it.
Generally speaking you cannot secretly record a two-party communication and use it for any reason.
Your suggestion is an argument for permitting you to secretly record…the difference is that the placing of signs readily... View More
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