Your current state is Virginia
A default judgement has been entered - but I had a baby mere days before the hearing - and no counsel to request continuance. Default judgement was granted and order was issued. Do I file a motion to set aside judgement or go ahead and appeal?
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
File the motion to set aside the default judgment. If denied, then appeal.
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I need to find a great lawyer that will do a bro bono on criminal appeal I believe I have a good case for appeal I don't want a public defender . Someone please help me it's for my son . We need to appeal
How does he appeal the decision?
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Please reach out to Florida licensed attorneys who practice criminal appeals for a consultation, many offer them at no cost. There are simply too many variables in your statement, and after a defendant enters a plea, their appeal options are limited. Even more limited after they are sentenced.
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
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answered on Sep 15, 2023
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
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