Legal Question in Criminal Law in Missouri

being forced to jury trial

my husband pled guilty in april. at his first sentencing date, the judge refused to sentence as the attorneys could not agree on the enhancement points. at his second sentencing date the judge said he will not sentence, and that my husband's plea has been set aside and he must now go to jury trial. can my husband be forced to go to trail like that? they are federal charges.


Asked on 11/25/07, 4:27 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Re: being forced to jury trial

Without more specific information, general information can only be provided on your case. Normally, anytime prior to sentencing the judge can set aside the plea(s) and have the trial proceed onto a jury trial. This provision is to protect the alleged accused's rights. Federal criminal courts are very rule driven and the judges will follow those rules to the letter. If my law firm can assist you with this legal matter or any other legal issue, please contact my legal assistant Jennifer ([email protected]).

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Answered on 11/26/07, 12:08 pm


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