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    Talking Legal Rights in a Burglary

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Arkansas

    What, if anything, can be done to help a case of burglary? (Meaning help the bad guys stay in jail longer than a day).

    I know you don't know the particulars, but what I really want to know is do you think an attorney might be able to help? If so what type of attorney who I ask? Or should I just let the government take care of it?


    Thank you!

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    Default Re: Legal Rights in a Burglary

    The only thing a private attorney could do for you is to bring a civil case to recoup damages, lost or damaged property, etc.

    The criminal side of the matter is handled by the state, and is basically closed to you; except that:

    (a) you may be a witness in the state's case against the accused; and

    (b) as a victim, you may be allowed to give input to any plea offer (input only means give your opinion or state your preference, the state can still pursue the matter as they see fit); and

    (c) as a victim, if there is a conviction, you may be allowed to make a victim impact statement to tell the judge how this crime has impacted you and your family, and to tell the court what punishment you think is appropriate before sentence is passed (again, this isn't binding on the judge).

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    Default Re: Legal Rights in a Burglary

    Thank you!

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