Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

What is the process?

Someone accused me of a crime well over 2.5 months ago. I was never arrested but did make a statment to the police. I got a notice to appear in court in 4 months from now. My question is why so long? I don't understand why it takes so long? I am being charged with a felony, so why is it taking so long to get to court?


Asked on 6/06/02, 3:35 pm

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henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: What is the process?

Except for certain alleged crimes, the police and the district attorney are allowed as much time as the statute of limitation permits; this is usually in terms of the number of years; A clerk's hearing is a s erious matter, you should usually not attend one without having consulted an attorney, or considering bringing an attorney with you, especially with a felony charge.

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Answered on 6/09/02, 3:40 pm


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