As much as I hate to give a lawyer answer, the short answer is that it depends. Perhaps most importantly is that it depends on what you told the officer, as well as why there was a syringe in there to begin with. If you or someone you know requires the syringe, and it was simply left in there, then... Read more »
Yes, they can, and it happens quite a lot more often that people realize. Usually, whenever a witness does something like that, they are putting their credibility at risk.
What if I was waiting trial and have trials in 2 different counties for the same charges of lustful touching, the police used the forensic interviews to determine what, where and how many times I would be charged for. I've had my trial in 1 County that was 1 charge but judge allowed the other... Read more »
If the other witnesses have given testimony regarding their individual allegations and the versions are inconsistent, your lawyer can use the different statements to impeach the witness to show that they are lying or are telling different stories as to what happened.
Ok say you have 1 charge of lustful touching in one county set for trial and 3 counts for 2 different people making same iallegations and 1 is in both counties. Would the 2 from the other county be allowed to be witness saying what their allegations are in the county where there is just 1 count?... Read more »
The answer to your question is maybe. It depends on whether or not your attorney objects to the witnesses and whether or not you are talking about uncharged conduct, charges that have not gone to trial yet, or charges for which you have been previously convicted. The ultimate decision is for the... Read more »
A conviction cannot be expunged until five years after the completion of any sentence, probation, and fines.
Suing for false allegations if you have been found not quilty of lustful touching in 1 County but have trial for same allegations with same people for same thing in another County. Can you sue even tho you haven't had trial yet in the other?
The second charge in the second county would be due to an act that took place in that county. If there are allegations of crimes committed in different counties, each county can bring charges against you, even involving the same crime and same victim. An acquittal in one county does not... Read more »
If im charged in 2 different counties for lustful touching same thing just different places and jury finds me not guilty in one county how does it work in my trial of the other county. I don't understand how that works. Isn't that double jeopardy?
Perhaps, but the facts and charges would have to be for the same incident. There are a lot of subtleties when you start talking about double jeopardy. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer and show them all of the paperwork/charges from both counties so... Read more »
Mississippi is tricky when it comes to bonds for capital murder. Capital murder by itself is eligible for bond, so long as the proof is not evident. With a recording of someone else saying that they did it, that should be enough to establish a bond, provided that the person wasn't out on a... Read more »
I have a lock on the door I was asleep with the door shut. They came in I was naked they uncovered me twice knowing I had no weapons and no clothes on
Provided that the warrant was a valid warrant, then law enforcement would be able to search that room with very little exception. That being said, the warrant validity could be challenged, especially if they presented false or misleading information to secure the warrant.
If yes, is there a waiting period post conviction?
It is certainly possible, provided that it is indeed a misdemeanor. Typically, you have to wait at least a year after all of the terms and conditions of your conviction are satisfied in order to get an expunction.
I’m not sure what the question is, but I will tell you that steps can be taken to prevent him from doing so. If after that, he does, then your daughter will have recourse to retrieve her son and punish the ex.
In the case of Buddy the dog, the sheriff stated a minor under 13yrs can't be charged with a crime, but on your page someone asked about a 12 yr old and it was said that yes they can be charged with their crime and taken to jail. What was done to Buddy was a felony offense and the boy should... Read more »
It really depends. Typically, a minor can be charged with a felony, but where they end up depends on what the underlying crime is. If it is non-violent, the minor will typically go to youth court; however, if it is a violent crime, it will typically go to circuit court. Regardless, assuming that... Read more »
How long can he be held without being indicted
It really depends on a few things, such as whether your boyfriend was already out on bond when he got arrested, what was the nature of the underlying charge, etc. Regardless, unless it is a capital offense or he was already out on bond, he should be entitled to pretrial release. That being said, if... Read more »
I'm not entirely sure what you are asking; however, from the looks of it, you would benefit by having a criminal defense lawyer to discuss the facts of your case with you and see what can be done to get you the best possible outcome.
Likely not. Even if it does not have a firing pin, usually it is still treated as a gun transaction. Your best bet it going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to see what the facts of your case are and see what can be done to help you out.
It depends. If you were simply charged and never convicted, then you would not be on parole. However, if you were convicted, then it depends on what you were actually sentenced to and how it is structured.
Phil Phillips in Mississippi Hernando Jail
It really depends on where he is at in the process. If he has not been indicted and was not already out on a felony bond, then he should be eligible for bond now. It is in your friend's best interest that he contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer so that he can talk about the facts of... Read more »
He had 3.5 grams of meth
Your friend does not have to cooperate with the task force. Depending on the circumstances, they may be able to avoid jail time and having this go on their record; however, it will depend on whether they have any priors, if there were other charges, etc.
It depends on the type of burglary; however, it is not uncommon for there to be a change to something like trespassing or accessory after the fact.
Would we be able to hire a lawyer to do an appeal on his case?
Your brother will have 30 days to file a Notice of Appeal. Although your brother has the right to file an appeal on his own, it is advisable to hire an attorney to assist him with this so that he does not miss deadlines and/ or other rules that are in place for appeals.
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