Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

What could happen?

What could happen to someone in jail for a crime

they didn't commit? What does it mean when the

peopleare aware of their continuing obligation as

per brady vs maryland?Also why aren't their any

material's existing at this time?If someone is

jailed for a crime they did't commit.When they are

finally found innocent and released.Do they have

the right to sue the state of new york?


Asked on 11/09/01, 5:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Savyon Grant Law Office of Savy Grant

Re: What could happen?

Was the person found guilty or is he awaiting trial?

Brady is a case where the Courts ruled that the State must give the defendant all exculpating evidence. (meaning evidence that shows he is not guilty, if any exisits).

If someone is found not guilty & the State had every reason to know that he would be found not guilty, their obligation is to dismiss the charges as soon as possible. If that is not done than one can sue for money damages.

If you have any other questions, you can call me at 201-646-9600.

Savy Grant

Attorney at Law

www.njcrime.com

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Answered on 11/10/01, 5:45 pm


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