Q: Convicted of scheme to defraud over $20k, less than $50k. Out on appel, just affirmed by court...now what? Plz help.
Convicted of scheme to defraud over $20k, less than $50k. Sentenced to 36 mo, went to prison for 1yr,filed appeal, sentenced reduced to 32 mo. Got appellate bond, out now. Received papers saying court affirmed sentence. Now what can i do to kerp fighting and stay out of prison. If i can get probation or house arrest im fine. Have a 2 yr old i cant leave. Plz help. Says i have 15 days to respond, just got the letter and its already been 9 days. Lawyer says in the letter, that i have to write the court, and tell them i no longer have council. Do i have to ask for rehearing to stay out on my appellate bond or can i petition for mitigated sentence and stay out while they decide?
A: You should contact your appellate lawyer who can explain everything to you
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