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Can I still sue for damages even after a guilty plea; resolution was for going home otherwise its trial?
Asked on Oct 16th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Georgia
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State had the weakest case I ever seen against me, yet I plead under Alford Doctrine. It occurred about a week ago, even after jury was selected. What are my options?
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Steven D. Dunnings
What is the Alford Doctrine?? Are you in Michigan?
Answered on Jun 26th, 2013 at 11:51 PM
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Once you enter a plea and it is accepted by the judge, the case is over. You cannot later change your mind and you cannot sue for damages. Maybe you do not understand, but an Alford Plea is the same as a guilty plea. You pled guilty. The guilty plea was accepted. Case over. You now have a conviction on your record.
Answered on Oct 18th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
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R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
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If you already plead, and you now want to withdraw the plea, you can only do that for certain reasons. Speak with your attorney about it.
Answered on Oct 18th, 2012 at 11:02 AM