Preliminary Hearing Waiver Reasons

Summary

Waiving a preliminary hearing and moving a case to Common Pleas Court in Ohio can be strategic, expediting the process or part of plea negotiations. Concerns about legal representation, especially involving potential misconduct, should be addressed by seeking proper legal guidance. Indigent individuals are entitled to court-appointed attorneys. If misconduct is suspected, filing a complaint with the Ohio State Bar Association is an option.

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So her court appointed attorney clearly advised her to do this as she recalls none of it and now he advises her that he is. O longer her attorney and that she will be appointed one from common pleas
It sounds like the situation is quite complex. In Ohio, when a case is bound over to the Common Pleas Court, the court handles more serious felonies, and broader discovery and pre-trial motions are possible. It's important she gets a new attorney quickly.
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She is indigent
In Ohio, indigent individuals are entitled to a court-appointed attorney if they cannot afford one. Since her case has been bound over to the Common Pleas Court, she should receive a new court-appointed attorney.
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When should she receive a new court appointed attorney
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In Ohio, once a case is bound over to the Common Pleas Court and the current attorney withdraws, the court should promptly appoint a new attorney. This process usually happens at the first appearance or arraignment in the Common Pleas Court.
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Is this becaus the attorney she had been appointed withdrew or because he is a municipal court appointed attorney?
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It is likely that the attorney withdrew because he was a municipal court appointed attorney. When the case moves to the Common Pleas Court, a new attorney is usually appointed by that court.
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Again why would she request it to be bound to a court that handles more serious offenses ? That makes no sense
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It’s understandable that the process might seem confusing. The decision to waive a preliminary hearing and move the case to Common Pleas Court can be strategic. It may expedite the process, offer broader discovery, or be part of a plea negotiation.
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I’m concerned she was directed to do this by a lawyer who had and has no intentions of defending her once the case was bound over which to me seems like an unethical thing for a lawyer to do
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It's understandable to be concerned about the advice given by her court-appointed attorney. If you believe the attorney acted unethically, such as advising her to waive her rights without proper representation, you can file a complaint with the Ohio State Bar Association.
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Doesn’t it seem to be impractical for a lawyer who will not be able to represent her moving forward to advise her to waive things like rights
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It can indeed seem impractical for a lawyer to advise waiving rights if they won't continue representing the client. However, sometimes this advice is part of the legal strategy. If you believe there was misconduct, filing a complaint with the Ohio State Bar Association is an option.
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What legal strategy? It’s clear she has no defense team now
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It sounds like a difficult situation. In some cases, waiving a preliminary hearing can still be part of a broader strategy, even if the attorney will not continue. However, it’s important she receives proper representation moving forward.
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Who’s strategy then
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It seems like her current attorney's strategy might not be clear, especially if the attorney won't continue with her case. Filing a complaint or seeking a second opinion might be necessary.
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Isn’t this unusual considering the circumstances
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It's understandable that this situation seems unusual. The strategic decisions made by her attorney might not be clear, especially if the attorney is no longer representing her. However, it's important for her to get a new court-appointed attorney who can provide clarity and proper defense moving forward.
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This involves the son of a former sheriffs detective who has also threatened her (the former detective) that if she didn’t do as he told her she would NOT like the outcome clearly brandishing his ability to persuade and manipulate our legal and justice system and their respective members and parties
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It seems this is a high-value case given the potential misconduct and threats involved. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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Plain and simple she was advised by the attorney as to WHAT SHE WAS GOING TO DO rather than be presented with options and advised as to what each option would legitimately entail this to me is I’ll advisement of a defendant who has no real or true criminal history much less experience in how legal proceedings work and or what giving up certain rights can do positively or negatively to her personally
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Does this seem to be unconventional practice?
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Based on the details provided, it seems there are significant concerns about the advice given by the court-appointed attorney and potential misconduct by a former sheriff's detective. This could be a high-value case needing professional legal assistance.
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Again she is indigent
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It sounds like the situation involves significant concerns about legal representation and potential misconduct. Since she is indigent, she should receive a new court-appointed attorney from the Common Pleas Court.
Is there any specific assistance or information you need regarding her situation?
Can she trust local attorneys given the threats made by the former detective and his brandishing his ability to persuade or manipulate local officials
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Considering the complexity and potential misconduct involved, it might be crucial to connect with local lawyers for detailed assistance.
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What do you think you know her financials
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Given the potential legal misconduct and threats involved, this appears to be a high-value case that may require professional legal assistance.
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Sure Probono
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