Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa
Why would a man charged with manslaughter plead guilty to a lesser charge, then just before sentencing, announce he wants to withdraw his plea?
This is happening in Des Moines, IA
Asked on 6/17/10, 1:58 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman
solo practitioner
That's something you'd have to take up with that particular fellow. There's no accounting for human intelligence.
Answered on 6/17/10, 7:39 pm
Todd Miler
Miler Law Firm
It is very difficult to withdraw a guilty plea. To do so, a defendant must file a motion in arrest of judgment and claim that something improper happened in the entry of his guilty plea. It is very rare that such a motion is ever granted. As part of the motion and the hearing on the motion, the reasons for wanting to withdraw the plea must be stated.
Answered on 6/18/10, 5:05 am
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