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Answered a year ago by Mr. Thomas S. Peters (Unclaimed Profile) |
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| Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
No. If you were sentenced in September of 2024 then you are past the 30 day time allowed in Washington for an appeal to be filed.
In addition, it is very unusual in Washington for someone to go through a DUI prosecution without having counsel. In almost every case where someone ends up pro se, representing themselves, the court ensures that the defendant clearly waives their right to an attorney. Assuming that you waived your right to an attorney, rather than hiring one or having one appoointed for you, your right to appeal that would have been difficult.
As an aside, after being found guilty of reckless driving, courts in Washington always order a substance abuse evaluation and require you to follow the recomended treatment. ... Read More
No. If you were sentenced in September of 2024 then you are past the 30 day time allowed in Washington for an appeal to be filed.
In addition,... Read More
Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
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| Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
When one filed for a no contact order, the initial no contact order is temporary until a hearing has taken place. At the hearing both sides may present their position. What the judge is looking for is "fearful for ones safety" and "repeated threats." You can check with the court on where a temporary order has been issued. The police department can confirm whether they received a copy.... Read More
When one filed for a no contact order, the initial no contact order is temporary until a hearing has taken place. At the hearing both sides may... Read More
Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
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| Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
Report him to the state Bar Association. What he has been doing is not permitted. He is required to give you a detailed statement of his spending on your behalf. In addition, he is required to keep you informed of the case status.
Report him to the state Bar Association. What he has been doing is not permitted. He is required to give you a detailed statement of his spending... Read More
Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
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| Legal Topics: Criminal Defense
If you have a good driving record and have not used a deferral in the last 7 years, you can request one from the prosecutor. If granted, committing no further law violations I 6 to 12 months (each jurisdiction is different), the charge goes away.
If you have a good driving record and have not used a deferral in the last 7 years, you can request one from the prosecutor. If granted, committing... Read More