Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia

My son was recently sentenced to 15 do 5 for 9 felony counts. Can I file a motion for a sentence modification or does a lawyer have to file the motion? How long do I have to do it after sentencing?


Asked on 9/22/09, 1:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

You can't do it because you're not a lawyer and can't represent another person. Either a lawyer or your son has to sing the motion. You can do it at any time. Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 9/27/09, 5:55 pm


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