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Can You Choose Your Court-Appointed Lawyer?

Mar 8, 2023

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in Getting A Lawyer, I’ve Been Arrested, Your Rights

Under the Sixth Amendment, you have the right to a lawyer, but, in most cases, you don’t get to choose who your court-appointed lawyer is.

What Happens If You Can’t Pay Your Court Fines, Fees And Costs?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in I Am Getting Released from Prison, Restoration of Rights

If you’re convicted of a crime, you’ll face a legal financial obligation. What happens if you can’t pay your court fines, fees and costs?

Do You Have A Right to Represent Yourself At Trial?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in Getting A Lawyer, I’ve Been Arrested, Your Rights

You have the right to a lawyer under the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, but you can also represent yourself at trial.

What is Post Conviction Relief in a Criminal Case?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in Court Filings, I’m Going to Prison, I’m in Prison, Legal Help

After a criminal conviction, you face sentencing and can appeal. But you can also file for post-conviction relief as well. Learn more here.

Did Compassionate Release Change During COVID-19?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in Early Release, I Am Getting Released from Prison, I’m Going to Prison, I’m in Prison, Medical Care

COVID-19 has overwhelmed prisons across the country, but compassionate releases have been hard to come by in certain areas.

How Can You or a Loved One Apply for Clemency?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in Court Filings, Family, I’m Going to Prison, I’m in Prison, Legal Help

There are a lot of ways to try to get released earlier, but clemency is one that doesn’t involve a court or your prison making the decision.

Does “Giving Yourself Up” Or “Turning Yourself In” Really Help?

Mar 8, 2023

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jgriffiths

in I’ve Been Arrested, Plea Deals, Your Rights

If you have an arrest warrant, police may ask you to come in voluntarily. Does “giving yourself up” or “turning yourself in” really help?

What Makes Evidence Inadmissible in Court?

Mar 8, 2023

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Aproova Joshi

in Going to Court, I’m Going to Prison, I’ve Been Arrested, Legal Help, Your Rights

In a criminal case, a party to the case can present evidence in the form of written documents, witnesses, photos and videos. When evidence is incompetent, prejudicial and irrelevant to the case a judge can disregard it. Such evidence is inadmissible in court and must be removed from the case.