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I want to know if I can get a longer stay more than 2 weeks. My court appointed lawyer was not helpful at all after my sentencing so now I have to turn myself in, in 2 weeks.
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Michael J. Breczinski
Probably not. You would have to hire another attorney and file a motion for a stay and have a darned good reason why you need one.
Answered on Jun 06th, 2013 at 10:44 PM
Geoffrey MacLaren Yaryan
You can get a stay for as long as the court is willing to grant one. However, it sounds like your attorney doesn't expect the judge to give one longer than 2 weeks.
Answered on Jun 06th, 2013 at 12:02 AM
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Depends on the judge and what your reasons are. You'll need to contact your lawyer and get the case back on calendar for a judge to decide.
Answered on Jun 06th, 2013 at 12:02 AM
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It is up to the judge, however, I doubt that the judge will give you additional time to report to jail.
Answered on Jun 06th, 2013 at 12:01 AM
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If the court orders you turn yourself in on a specific date, you must turn yourself in on that date, otherwise a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest. Usually stays pass the date you are to turn yourself in are not granted, unless there are extraordinary circumstances such as a death in the family, severe illness or hospitalization, etc..
Answered on Jun 04th, 2013 at 10:36 PM