Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

How Does ''In Re Jaime P.'' affect existing cases -Parole Search

The California Supreme Court decided In Re Jaime on Nov. 29, 2006, which overrules existing law regarding knowledge of parole/probation of suspect and search terms. My son is now serving time for a case where a motion to suppress was denied under the same issues. Can this now be challenged, if so, how is it done and does he need an attorney to do it?


Asked on 12/17/06, 9:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: How Does ''In Re Jaime P.'' affect existing cases -Parole Search

Sure, it can be challenged. Does he need an attorney? Of course not. I'm sure he knows how to do thorough and competent legal research, knows how to do professional and persuasive legal writing, knows how to prepare, file and serve all appropriate motions, pleadings, briefs, responses, and other required documentation, knows how to notice, set and conduct the necessary hearings, knows how to handle and respond to the opposition, objections and courtroom tactics of the experienced prosecutors handling the case for the state. Right?

However, if he thinks he might need a tiny bit of help with some of the details, that's what attorneys are for.

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Answered on 12/18/06, 1:39 pm


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