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If a person is charged with a crime can they appeal it even though they have already been sentenced?
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∙ 13y ago
You can appeal to a higher court if you have grounds.
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Why was courts of appeal created?
They needed a way to ensure that the person charged was getting charged the correct way
How do you go about appealing a court to recall a case that charged a not guilty person that is now serving the sentence?
If you mean that you believe that the person in jail is not guilty of the crime for which they were sentenced; You must file an appeal of the trial and sentence. You will probably need the services of an attorney and it will have to be filed with your state's Court of Appeals
Punishment for keeping illegal person in UK?
That's harboring a fugitive. You will be charged with Harboring a Fugitive, and you will be labeled as an accessory to the crime they commited so you will be sentenced for that.
In Ohio what type of case must be granted an appeal in the Supreme Court of Ohio?
In Ohio - or any state that still allows capital punishment - a person who has been convicted and sentenced to death has a mandatory right of appeal to the state supreme court (or its equivalent).
What happens if a felon is charged with possession of a stun gun and has a prior assault on his record?
Depends on the laws where you are- they are different for each state. The person charged will be tried, and if found guilty, sentenced as the judge directs. You need a lawyer, not WikiAnswers.
What famous person was sentenced to death for the crime of piety and committed suicide?
Socrates. He was charged with a crime for not recognizing the gods and corrupting Athenians. After being sentenced to death he chose to commit suicide by drinking hemlock. He did this in the presence of his friends who respected him and cheered for him as he drank the poison.
Why are there so many divided courts why cant there be one court?
In every judicial system - there has to be a process of appeal. Having just one court - could mean that an innocent person is sentenced to jail (or worse !).
Can you undesignate a felony after its already been designated?
When a person is charged with a felony it can be reduced to a misdemeanor charge by the prosecuting attorney.
Is there a statute of limitations in Connecticut for failure to applear for driving under suspension?
No. The person has already been charged, and will have to deal with this.
A person sentenced to sixteen months in a state prison actually serve how much time?
a person sentenced to sixteen months in a state prison actually serves how much time? a person sentenced to sixteen months in a state prison actually serves how much time?
Who is the youngest person ever arrested and charged with a criminal offense?
Jordan brown is the youngest person to be sentenced to life without parole for killing his father's fiancee
Can you receive Bail after you have been sentenced?
Provided you have enough cash on your person when you are arrested, then yes, you may pay your own bail. Otherwise, a phone call will be required.
