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If you have a bench warrant / warrant / warrant for failure to appear in court.. and you sign up for a public defender at the district court commissioners office what do you do if the police come to arrest you or can they. do you gave them a copy of the commission's document regarding the... View More 
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answered on Jul 28, 2021
If there is a warrant for your arrest, I do not think that your application for the public defender will make any difference to arresting officers. If the PD obtains an order recalling the warrant for you, you should keep a copy of that order, and show that to any arresting officers.
how long does it take for a motion to recall a bench warrant to be recalled and can it be filed by a public defender
answered on Jul 28, 2021
It varies. Technically, the State's Attorney's Office has 15 days (plus 3 more days if the motion is mailed to them) from the date the motion is filed and served to file an opposition to the motion, so the court is supposed to wait the response time--or until the opposition is filed if... View More
how long does it take for a maryland bench warrants to become active for failure to appear.
answered on Jul 28, 2021
Same day or a day or so after court, depending on when the clerk in the particular jurisdiction enters the FTA into the system. Usually, by the end of the court day you failed to appear.
However, he was not put on the deed then or ever. Only myself and girlfriend were on the deed. I was hesitant in buying the house this was as I didn't feel like I was buying the house and didn't have the pride in buying my first home myself. Plus, I did not qualify for the first time home... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2021
Didn’t I answer this yesterday. When you sign papers, they matter. Let a lawyer review what you sighed… ya’know… like the grown ups. You will likely pay for the review.
I believe I am the victim of extortion. My Cousin is demanding 150,000. What part of the Annapolis Police Department handles extortion?
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answered on Jul 27, 2021
https://www.aacounty.org/departments/police-department/
My daughter has been in prison in WV for 2 years made parole 11 days ago. found out MD has detainer. how long till we know
She served 2 years...made parole 11 days ago. Has 3 misdemeanor charges out of MD from 2018. How long does MD have to come get her? we are going on 2 weeks and she has... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2021
Hire a Maryland criminal defense lawyer for the Maryland charges, and that lawyer will contact the prosecutor's office to see what their intentions are and whether the process can be speeded up or, potentially, if they are willing to drop the charges altogether and release the detainer.... View More
Every envelope on the outside in bold all caps red letters read the following, "DELINQUENT NOTICE, PAY IMMEDIATELY OR FACE POTENTIAL UTILITY TURN OFF". One month I finally opened one and there was a substantial amount due because she had not been paying the bill. This similar thing... View More
answered on Jul 26, 2021
To recap, you need to review the real documents with a real lawyer. And, the next time you "signed a document her Father wrote that stated my signature signified I was off the deed" without reviewing it with a lawyer, you'll get exactly what the document might or might not say. What... View More
can you ask the judge at your court trial for a continuance in criminal court regarding your court trial. or or the clerk of the court.
answered on Jul 20, 2021
You can file a motion and ask for a continuance before the trial date or ask for a continuance on the day of trial. The decision will be up to the judge.
can a adverse possessor file a unlawful detainer regarding adverse possession regarding the eminent - - pre-eminent entitlement owner/owners regarding the adverse possession.
how many days do you have to file a postponement regarding a court date before the court date. and and can I also have the case move to a closest court.
answered on Jul 16, 2021
There is no definitive time period that you have to file a motion for postponement, but the sooner the better.
In a criminal or traffic case, the case must be heard in the court for the county where the offense took place. In a civil case, you can move to change venue before an Answer is... View More
Before Your Court Date
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answered on Jul 15, 2021
The conventional answer has always been 10 business days before your trial.
answered on Jul 5, 2021
The standard on the water is a different one than applied on the nation's roadways with motor vehicles in terms of constitutional law elements. The U.S. Coast Guard has broad powers to board vessels. Good luck
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The judge denied a motion to "suppress all evidence relating to a confession made before being Mirandized" but is on record granting the motion for the defense. It seems the judge was being sarcastic when granting it and actually intended to deny it. The defendant was later found guilty.... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2021
You're going to have to provide more information. Also, if the Defendant is entitled to an appeal of the Court's ruling you may be on a tight time schedule.
Can You File A Motion To Modify A Court Case Filing Date. Or Can It Exist In The Existing Motion. Example 1. ....The Motion Was To Be Filed On January 01 2020 But It Was Filed On January 01 2022 ( A Motion To Correct) (A Motion To Correct Such Things) Example 2. Hebrew Calendar 5781 Gregorian... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2021
No. The date of filing is the date the clerk stamped it received in the clerk's office of the appropriate court. A judge cannot alter by motion, order or otherwise the filing date. There may be an order granting a motion to excuse a late or untimely filing, but that would depend on the... View More
answered on Jun 24, 2021
No. Only applies to cases involving felonies within the jurisdiction of the circuit court, or for cases from District Court where the defendant is entitled to request a jury trial.
Is The Law Of Adverse Possession (clearly established law) And And How Do The Police Determine Adverse Possession From Anything Else?
answered on Jun 22, 2021
Adverse possession is a civil legal concept. In Maryland, it is an inchoate claim that must be brought in court. Once all elements are proven, a court may grant possession and authorize recording of an instrument that includes the possessed property.
The police have absolutely zero to do... View More
Can Criminal Cases Be Dismissed If The Name Or Address On The Warrant Or Court Trial Is Incorrect /Misspelled.
answered on Jun 22, 2021
A case will not be dismissed because of a typographical error or incorrect address.
We have a friend who is at high risk of suicide. She was just released from a county detention center because of a violent altercation with her family during the suicide attempt and is legally obligated to receive an ankle monitor tomorrow.
We plan to transport her to the ER to be admitted... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2021
If she is on pretrial release, she would run the risk of being revoked, and possibly charged with other offenses. Under the circumstances, you should coordinate closely with pretrial services and the court, and follow their guidance.
answered on Jun 11, 2021
If you received probation before judgment, it can be expunged three years after the entry of the PBJ assuming that your probation has ended by that time.
Under a new law, a conviction can be expunged 10 years (pretty sure it is 10 years, but would need to check the statute) from the... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2021
Yes. All criminal offenses are entered into an FBI nationwide database. It’s what is consulted for criminal background checks. All law enforcement agencies nationwide are required to put criminal charges and case dispositions into the database. The only way to remove a record is if the charge... View More
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