Legal Question in Criminal Law in District of Columbia
Who may ask for a new trial besidese the defense?
Can a statement requesting a new trial by the defendents family to the judge help a defendant's case?
Asked on 10/01/09, 10:29 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Who else would there be but the prosecution which is normally precluded from such activity, i.e., asking for a new trial?
Couldn't hurt as long as it's accompanied by a formal motion, properly constructed, making such a request.
Answered on 10/06/09, 11:24 am
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