If You Accept A Plea, Can You Change Your Mind Later?
If you accept a plea offer from the prosecution, there are situations where you can change your mind. But those situations are rare.
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Will A Court Always Accept A Plea Deal?
While plea deals are very common, a court does not have to accept a plea deal. If a judge refuses to accept a deal, the case moves forward.
What Do You Have To Tell Police During A Search?
During a search by law enforcement, you do not have to tell the police much. At most, you will have to identify yourself.
What are Prior Record Variables?
Some states like Michigan base their sentences on prior record variables. Make sure your PRV score is correct at sentencing.
What is an Offense Variable?
Some states like Michigan base their sentences on offense variables. It's crucial that you make sure your OV score is correct at sentencing.
When Can You Appeal?
Most people know that you can appeal after trial and sentencing, but there are other rules you need to know about appeals too.
What Are The Possible Outcomes On Appeal?
In a criminal case, there are usually three possible outcomes on appeal: affirmed, reversed or affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Can You File For Unemployment Benefits After Time In Prison?
You can't receive unemployment benefits while you are in prison, but you can receive them after your release if you qualify.
How Do You File A Motion For Resentencing?
There are situations in which you can file a motion for resentencing, but those situations are limited in criminal cases.
How Long Can You Be Held In Jail Before You’re Arraigned?
You can be held in jail for up to 72 hours (and sometimes even longer) before you are arraigned in a criminal case.