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answered on Apr 24, 2020
You might call up you trial level lawyer and ask what sort of issues might work on appeal. During this conversation ask about motion, evidentiary rulings and so forth. You could also go onto the clerk’s electronic docket and download copies of all interesting documents. Being so informed you... View More 
I know legitimate places exist for this but I am seeing sites saying their lawyers will help me with this and they are only entitled to payment if we win the appeal but I'm skeptical. I do not exactly know what I'm talking about but that just doesn't sound like something a lawyer... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2020
You raise good points, but in the end, the only person who can ultimately make such an important decision is yourself. You will have to contact lawyers, and after speaking with them, decide for yourself who you prefer in terms of skill, experience, and your trust and confidence in them. Good luck... View More
He's been in since the age of 17 for robbery. What can I do to try and get a reduced sentence? We are inclined to believe that sentence is excessive therefore violating the 8th amendment
answered on Mar 4, 2020
You are not providing any factual information necessary to make determinations as to whether the punishment herein violates the 8th Amendment. You should seek a lawyer immediately and have this file thoroughly reviewed.
It ws a jury trial and the TX supreme court is handling the appeal. I am trying to find out if my award over 4 mill will be lowered because of the cap placed on civil suits in December. I won my case lat February and the law wasnt passed until December, but is still under appeal the appeal... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2020
Ask you lawyers if the cap is retroactive. It pertains to Texas law, not that of Florida, so for Texas questions you should ask at Justia > Ask a Lawyer > Texas.
Defense allowed Motion in Limine for co conspirator. Public def stated in court "I have not researched this case I am not ready for trial" 3 days trial began. I was DENIED hiring private council due to court imposed time constraints. Perjury by witness/victim. Burglary with mask. Battery... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2020
What's the question? Whether you are entitled to the appointment of counsel in postconviction proceedings?
No. The Sixth Amendment right to counsel does not extend to postconviction proceedings. However, if a trial court sets your postconviction motion for hearing, the court will often... View More
to prison I filed an appeal. I won my appeal and my conviction was overturned. When I got home from prison I had to start paying on the fine, I've been paying $75 a month for the last 4 years. I know I shouldn't be paying the fine, how do I go about not paying anymore and getting my money... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2020
I think it depends on the appellate decision and what exactly was “overturned”. A lawyer would have to review your file and likely, if applicable, file a motion in court to address the issue. I hope this helps.
Can she legally bail me out of jail the next day
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answered on Dec 21, 2019
yes, but use a third party
1 felony charge= Loss of both medical certificates& licenses.
Loss of livelihood. Advice?
answered on Oct 23, 2019
Reasonable people would research competent Florida criminal appellate attorneys and consult with as many as necessary until they found someone they wanted to hire, then hire them.
Only three days left to enter my appeal. Please Help. Any info is greatly appreciated.
answered on Oct 23, 2019
Google "Florida criminal appellate attorney free consultation" and then start calling.
answered on Oct 23, 2019
Google. There are literally dozens of qualified criminal appellate attorneys in Florida you would be happy to give you a free initial consultation. Google them, and call around.
I was detained in 2014but was let go cause of a I 220 A. I do not have no felonys. I have done all they told me too. But for some reason my 240 A (b) was denied. I had 30 days to leave voluntarly and pay a fee of $500 if I appeal is there any chance I could stay. I have 2 kids of age 18 & 19.... View More
answered on Oct 21, 2019
You need to consult directly and privately with an immigration lawyer
Does the notice of appeal get sent to the Lower Tribnual's Clerk, like when filing the appeal with the DCA. Or since the Appeal is of the DCA's decission is it filled with the DCA's clerk.
answered on Oct 7, 2019
It is not an appeal. It is a petition for writ of certiorari.
Please read the rules of procedure as you are handling this case on your own and you feel confident to do so, you will need to be familiar with them. This cite is not designed as a tutorial.
Also many issues can be... View More
The contract which was contingent on winning and if it went to appeal he would be there for her?
A plea was offered 7 months ago of 29 years with no minimum mandatory. When the plea was being offered in court, it was stated on the record that the minimum, per sentencing guidelines, that could be imposed was 27.27 years with minimum mandatory if trial was lost. Recently, it was discovered that... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2019
I believe it's too late to appeal unless you first move to set aside the conviction. I suggest you get an attorney to file the motion and an appeal if the motion is denied.
In the 9th or 11th courts I need reversed appeals due to judge called a sua sponte mistrial without defendant knowing due to the states witness declared he was coerced by the state without manifest necessity. To tell you the truth I’ve tried for three days now and my mind can’t take reading... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2019
I am not entirely convinced this question wasn't posted by a bot of some sort, but interestingly sometimes it can be really difficult to practice law competently. There are literally dozens of qualified appellate attorneys all over the state of Florida who would be delighted to provide a... View More
He had complaints about how the prison has been treating everyone in their block. I turned it into the state and they were going to forward the complaints to a doc official. Now his visitation has been blocked and he is not calling me. I want to know how his appeal is going to figure out if he was... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2019
This is one of those things that is really easy to do, after you've done it once. Each of Florida's five district courts of appeal have their dockets online: once you know which district he's in, you just put the case number or his name in and you can see the current status.
I have no money for food or gas and with frozen account I will lose my home and car . I never about this till I got letter in mail from my bank and portfolio recovery associates.
answered on Jul 11, 2019
Social security is exempt from garnishment. You should have filed a challenge. You still can.
I know thta will apply prospectively, I do not know if it can act retrospecfully and you can get any monies already garnished back
For example; you filed an appeal in the 11th courts in Atlanta. Say cases I find that are close to what I am bringing up to my last appeal being the Supreme Court can you use any cases or do they need to be cases reversed from that same 11th of Atlanta or can I use any say from any that I can find... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2019
You can cite any case, some are binding and some are merely persuasive
Judge called sua sponte mistrial without defendant knowing due to the states witness unavailability without manifest necessity where can I find alike past appeals that were approved and reversed ?
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