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In NJ do the courts usually make a plea offer prior to the grand jury indicting?
There are a few cases where the courts will make a plea offer prior to the grand jury. The plea must be accepted by the DA.
Are plea bargining becoming increasingly rare especially in urban court systems?
It is false that plea bargaining is becoming increasingly rare, especially in urban court systems. A plea bargain is also referred to as a plea agreement.
After the judge accepts a plea bargain that consist of less time to serve can the defendant have it change to an even lessor punishment like probation or Is the plea final?
a signed plea bargain agreement / is it permanent like a contract
You just signed a guilty plea for a firearm but the person who owned the firearm is willing to take his charge?
You can attempt to withdraw the plea if you wish. Regulations on plea withdrawal differ greatly from state to state. You should consult your attorney.
Can you take back a plea before sentencing?
Yes, You can change your plea before sentancing, just tell your attorney or the judge you want to change your plea, its your right to decide what you want, a plea bargain is just a bargain to lower your charges. have fun and good luck!
Can you modify your probation after half time if you signed a plea agreement?
Only the sentencing judge can answer that question.
A decision from which one can not back?
An Alford plea.
How can you appeal a plea bargain I signed a plea bargain but now I have changed my mind and I don't wont to take the plea anymore. I would like to know what my options are.?
depends on the state. and whether or not the judge has signed off on it yet, generally before judge signs it you can say you don't want to take your plea and you want the right to a trial. It will also depend on the circumstances inducing you to take a plea. In any case you should definitely contact a lawyer. states vary on the ability to withdraw pleas.
If you take a guilty plea for 25 years are you eligible for parole?
Parole eligibility is a matter of sentencing provided it is not specifically mentioned in the plea agreement. Keep in mind that the written plea agreement is only as binding as the courts allow. If the judge agrees to the plea as it is written, it is binding, so get the language you want into it before it goes to court.
I signed a plea bargain but have'nt seen the judge yet.Can I still withdraw my plea?
Yes. Your plea of guilty would have to be accepted by the presiding judge, following a series of questions the judge will ask you concerning your plea offer and the fact that you're giving up your rights to a fair trial, that you have been explained by your attorney all the details of the plea offer, that if you're a non-US citizen or permanent residency you can be deported, and that you are pleading guilty because you are guilty (or it's in your best interest, a plea known as an Alford plea). If the judge is satisfied that you understand these ramifications they will accept the plea offer and then sentence you accordingly. If at any time before or during the above-mentioned questioning you want to withdraw the plea, you can do so. But once the judge accepts the plea offer and sentences you, you can't turn back.
Plea-bargain in civil courts?
"Plea Bargain" is a phrase that is applicable only to criminal proceedings. In civil court, when the plaintiff and the defendant have come to a mutual agreement before the verdict is rendered, they are said to have "settled."
Can you fire your lawyer after you signed a plea agreement and awaiting trial?
You can fire your attorney at any time. However, you may need the permission of the judge to do so, especially after a plea has been entered.
