Even if your past record was not brought up in open court during your trial, the judge will have access to it in his sentencing report. The fact that you are a repeat offender might very well effect his thoughts on your sentencing.
Yes, it is possible to settle a felony out of court through a process called plea bargaining, where the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a lighter sentence.
Yes, it is possible to appeal a felony conviction by filing a formal request with a higher court to review the case for legal errors or misconduct that may have affected the outcome of the trial.
Jail time for a felony risk of injury to a minor is at the discretion of the judge. A judge will determine the sentence for any crime presented in their court.
A class U felony in Oregon is an unspecified felony. These felonies can range from aggravated murder to contempt of court. Most class U felonies come with a life in prison sentence, as they are commonly crimes that are very severe.
No, a High Court Misdemeanor is not a Felony. a Misdemeanor is a Misdemeanor and Felony is a higher different judgement.
Your criminal record is permanent, although a case resolved in juvenile court will be absolutely sealed (there are some exceptions even in juvenile court). In some instances, depending on the outcome on the felony, the record may be sealed from public view even for adults. Even a sealed adult record, however, may be used for lawful governmental purposes.
Yes. Most felony cases are heard and resolved in the lower court of original jurisdiction.
Yes it is a felony.
There aren't any such SOL's on a court ordered fine and sentence.
In Texas a Justice of the Peace Court and the Small Claims Court will not hear criminal felony cases.
If that was the sentence of the court, believe me, it was legal! You can have his attorney appeal the decision if you feel strongly about it.
Yes, you have been convicted. Your plea of Nolo Contendre meant that you acknowledged that the state had enough evidence to convict you. PROBATION IS A SENTENCE! Your probation WAS a sentence for the guilty plea. A record of both your arrest and the court disposition does exist.