Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
commisioners and judges ethitcs
would a defendant have any rights after being sentenced to 45 yrs to life by a commisioner who was later found to have lied about his credentials and was fired from the court system?
Asked on 12/27/08, 8:06 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
Re: commisioners and judges ethitcs
Maybe, but I would need to know more about the facts. For example, if someone else handled the trial and if the commissioner handed down the most lenient sentence available, there would be nothing to gain by challenging the sentence.
You should consult directly about this case with a lawyer. Depending upon the circumstances, this defendant may have a strong habeas corpus case.
Answered on 12/27/08, 8:15 pm
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