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Understanding the Appeal Process

Friday, November 20, 2009 by Thomas T. Overton

In a criminal case, after a defendant is convicted and sentenced, he or she has the chance to appeal the sentence. If the conviction is a product of a guilty plea, the defendant is permitted to ask the judge for “leave” to appeal the verdict. The defendant also has the right to appeal if the conviction resulted from a trial. An appeal is not a retrial of the underlying proceeding. Instead, the appellate court reviews the trial record to make sure that all of the proceedings were cond... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

WOMAN FACES THEFT CHARGES FOR FALSE INK CARTRIDGE RETURNS

Thursday, November 19, 2009 by William O. "Bill" James

A 41-year-old Willmar woman made her first court appearance Tuesday on three felony theft charges for allegedly making almost $5,800 in false printer cartridges returns at an Office Max store in Minnesota.  If you need a criminal defense lawyer in Arkansas to help you in your particular criminal situation, call the James Law Firm at 1-888-831-5... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

If I am stopped for suspicion of DUI, should I perform the field sobriety tests?

Monday, November 16, 2009 by Bradley E. Thrush

Phoenix DUI lawyer Bradley Thrush discusses how important it is to understand the difference between field sobriety tests and a test of your breath or blood for alcohol concentration.... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

High Profile Criminal Cases in Chicago

Monday, November 16, 2009 by Robert A. Loeb

One of Chicago’s most notorious cases is the death and mutilation of the Columbo family by their estranged daughter, Patricia Columbo and her boyfriend, Frank DeLuca. Despite the efforts of the criminal defense attorneys in Chicago, Columbo and Deluca were convicted and are still serving time.... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

Immigration Implications in Criminal Court

Friday, November 13, 2009 by Matthew J. Ruff

The "Balloon Boy" case has brought to issue the ramifications of immigration consequences within the criminal law context.  As a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney I have seen countless instances where defendants take a "deal" on a case where they otherwise be innocent in order to avoid the possibility of being deported.  This seems to be the case in the balloon incident where the husband is pleading guilty to avo... Read More

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Topic: Criminal Law

Your Rights When You Are Detained in Tennessee

Friday, November 13, 2009 by Joe H. Byrd

Criminal laws in Jackson, TN protect people from unreasonable search, seizure and detention. Criminal defense lawyer in Jackson provide tips regarding legal rights when detained by the police.... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

The Bail and Bond Process

Friday, November 13, 2009 by Glenn R. Roderman

If you are unsure about how your bail was determined or if you have questions about your bail options, do not hesitate to contact a criminal defense lawyer in Fort Lauderdale.... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

Overview of "Miranda rights"

Wednesday, November 11, 2009 by Philip Nettl

NJ criminal attorney Philip Nettl shares his thoughts on "Miranda Warning"... ... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

Mistakes that Criminals Make When Dealing With Law Enforcement

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 by Jeff Cherry

The lebanon criminal defense attorneys of Lowery, Lowery & Cherry discuss mistakes that criminals make when dealing with law enforcement... Read More
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Topic: Criminal Law

The Bail and Bond Process in Texas

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 by Miguel J. Cervantes

If you have ever spent time in jail, you know how horrible it is. You just want to get out as fast as possible. If you have a loved one who has just been arrested, you are probably frantic to get the person you care about out of that place immediately. Understanding the steps to how bail and bond work in Texas will get the accused to freedom a little more quickly.

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Topic: Criminal Law
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