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Can a felon get a passport and vacation out of the counrty?

Generally, there is no sweeping rule that disallows a felon from getting a passport, …

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Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 1 year ago

In a criminal trial, is the defense allowed to introduce character witnesses?

Generally it is permitted that a defendant offers character evidence to prove his or …

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Roberts Law Group answered 1 year ago

In a criminal trial may the defense have access to police reports and/or the notes they made during their investigation?

Yes, in Michigan this information is called "Discovery". Discovery contains police reports, witness statements, …

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Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 1 year ago

Is a defense lawyer permitted to interview and question prosecution witnesses before the trial?

This can be tricky, but in Michigan, a defense attorney has every right to …

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Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 1 year ago

Must the prosecution provide the defense with all evidence as well as a list of all possible witnesses he may call?

Yes. Defense counsel and or the defendant is allowed access to the evidence the …

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Law Office Of Kevin Bessant & Associates answered 1 year ago