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A word from your criminal defense attorney

A motion in limine is a pretrial request. It aims to exclude certain evidence or address legal issues early. Both the prosecution and defense can use it. The goal is to keep prejudicial or irrelevant evidence out of the trial. This ensures the jury remains unbiased. It helps maintain a fair trial. One use is to exclude inflammatory evidence. This type of evidence can unfairly sway the jury. Another use is to limit witness testimony. Only relevant information should be presented. This keeps the trial focused. A motion can also address prior bad acts. Should the jury hear about past mistakes? This decision balances fairness with the rules of evidence. Preventing improper comments is another function. It stops prejudicial statements during trial openings and closings. Legal issues like confessions or searches are also addressed. Resolving these issues early shapes the trial. "In limine" means "at the threshold." It tackles evidentiary issues at the start. This ensures a fair and orderly trial. The motion lays the groundwork for a focused trial.

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Sentencing

In criminal law, sentencing is when a judge imposes punishment on a convicted defendant to ensure accountability, protect society, deter future crimes, and rehabilitate the offender, following state laws.

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Resolution Options

A criminal case may end in various ways. The following sections address the most common ways that a case may be resolved.

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Process of a Criminal Case

The life of a criminal case involves several stages. An experienced criminal defense attorney can help guide you through the process.

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Types of Pleas in a Criminal Case

If you have been charged with a crime, there are three basic pleas that can be entered to resolve your case: Guilty, Not Guilty, and No Contest.

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DUI and BUI

Driving Under the Influence is a complex crime that contemplates many intricate defenses. There are also collateral consequences including license suspension and possible enhancements. Any person facing a Driving Under the Influence charge or a Boating Under the Influence charge should retain an attorney to help them navigate those defenses and challenges with the DMV.
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Sealing and Expungement

In certain situations, you may be eligible to have your criminal record or arrest sealed or expunged. There are several different variations of sealing and expunging which are based on the type of outcome received in the underlying case. The process of requesting to have your record sealed or expunged is intricate and sometimes burdensome. An attorney experienced in this area can help inform you if you are eligible for sealing or expungement and walk you through the process.
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Criminal Traffic

Criminal traffic cases include Reckless Driving, Fleeing and Eluding, Leaving the Scene, and Driving Under the Influence. Each involve battles with the criminal court system and the DMV. They also have certain mandatory penalties and can also be enhanced. An experienced attorney can help you to challenge the evidence and fight to keep your driving privileges.
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Drug Offenses

There are differences between the crimes of Drug Possession, Drug Distribution, and Drug Trafficking. These differences are based on the type of drug, amount, and weight. Sometimes, the State Attorney’s Office does not have the requisite proof to proceed on the crime charged. There may be additional defenses available based upon the legality of the search and seizure that led to the discovery of the drugs.
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