Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

grand jury didnt indict, out of clear?

my nephew was a suspect in a murder case he was bound over as an adult, after severl months he and a co defendent were given no true bills by the grand jury it says the case is closed but his lawyer says he should be prepared to make a deal that his own attorny wants to offer. why would he need to make a deal if the grand jury has come back with no indictment on each count and the case says on the docket that the case is closed. can a new grand jury convene with the same eveidence? could the prosectuer have kept info from the defense, wouldnt that be wrong as well. i know you need more specifics but just a general idea of what could happen even if a grand jury dosent indict....anything.

tnx. debbie


Asked on 12/27/06, 10:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Davies Law Office of David H. Davies

Re: grand jury didnt indict, out of clear?

The fact that a grand jury did not indict your nephew does not mean that he can not be indicted at a later time. The best thing to do is to consult directly with an experienced criminal attorney. His current attorney may be the right person to talk to but if he does not have a lot of experience in criminal matters, it may be wise to get a second opinion. I have to assume that the attorney has a valid reason for talking about a plea agreement when there has not been an indictment. If your nephew decides that he needs a new attorney or wants a second opinion, he can call and I will be happy to give him a few minutes of time-no charge or obligation.

Good Luck

DHD

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Answered on 12/28/06, 3:04 pm


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