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    Default Re: Vacating A Homicide Plea Bargain

    Actually, I've known him since Kindergarten. We've been friends over 30 years and he is also good friends with my spouse. We're probably the only friends he has left. He tried on his own to appeal it and was unsuccessful. He started trying to appeal when he was sentenced to a much larger sentence than what he agreed to. I'm perfectly willing to pay a lawyer but none will call me back. I've not been in trouble myself, nor am I familiar with the law in North Carolina, but I have read about case after case similar to structure of his that has been overturned. RIght now, I'm trying to find what options I have.

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    Default Re: Vacating A Homicide Plea Bargain

    There are a few former DAs and ADAs practicing in Raleigh, NC as criminal lawyers; funny how that works, huh? We can't give referrals on the board, but I know 3 of them and they do fantastic work. All three will talk to you over the phone about the case, but may want permission from the convicted. Two of the ones I am thinking about will give you general information regarding these trials and how they play out.

    If you check a Raleigh phone book they may be willing to talk to you all for 15-30 minutes. Chances are that 15 minutes will save you and your friend tens of thousands of dollars. ...and if you ignore the lawyer's advice you will have bought their daughter or son a new car.

    If you have researched the Innocence Project you have likely found that they may have some statistics or guidance for you.

    Your friend did a crime, copped to a plea, had guidance from an attorney, and has to pay the time. Jail sucks and, as I read in a Maxim magazine "Prison is no Sandwich"

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