answered on Mar 25, 2011
This is a vague question. However, you do have a right to have all evidence DNA tested. If the prosecution refueses to conduct the testing, your lawyer can have it done. The prosecution should make it avaialable to your lawyer for testing.
answered on Mar 25, 2011
A search warrant and an arrest warrant are two completely different things. Unless there was an exception to the search warrant requirement such as consent to search, items in plain view or exigent circumstances a search warrant is required. If you believe that your 4th amendment rights have been... View More 
answered on Mar 25, 2011
It is possible to be remanded into custody after a change of plea. However, an experienced criminal defense attorney can often successfully argue that you should remain out of custody so that you can turn yourself in to serve your sentence, assuming you have a sentence to serve.
answered on Mar 25, 2011
The answer to this question depends on a couple of issues. If you incrminated yourself in the civil case on issues that are relevant to the current case, those statements can be used against you as admissions. Furthermore, your former testimony in the civil matter could potentially be used as... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2011
Absolutely. It depends upon where the item or items were found. If they are in the trunk and the passenger had no access to the trunk then it is likely that the passenger will not be charged. However, if the item or items are under the passenger seat or next to the center console or even in the... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2011
If you are served with subpoena to testify at at trial or other proceeding this is a court order. If you fail to obey the order you will be held in comtempt and could go to jail. However, if you are simply being asked by law enforcement to testify, you can explain your concerns and there is a good... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2011
The answer to this question depends upon where the inmate is housed. Generally inmates can submit what they call "snivel" sheets to the guards when they need medical attention. If the inmate has submitted snivels which have been ignored the inmate should have their lawyer ask the court... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2011
Depending upon which county in which the case is filed, you may be able to check the status of a case online.
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