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Motion To Withdraw Plea
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Filing a motion to withdraw a plea in California requires timeliness and good cause, such as being under the influence or receiving incompetent representation. Include an introduction, facts, grounds, legal basis, and conclusion in your motion. Cite California Penal Code § 1018 and relevant cases like People v. Cruz. Defendants have the right to review evidence, including police reports, and lack of access may indicate ineffective counsel. Incompetent representation can be grounds for plea withdrawal. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.Full Conversation
I want to write a motion to withdrawal plea but I do not have a lawyer or money for one.
Hi ****! Here's some general information on filing a motion to withdraw a plea in California:
- Timeliness: File the motion before sentencing or within six months after sentencing.
- Grounds: Must show good cause, such as mistake, ignorance, or another factor that affected the plea.
- Procedure: File a written motion with the court and serve it on the prosecutor.
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- Timeliness: File the motion before sentencing or within six months after sentencing.
- Grounds: Must show good cause, such as mistake, ignorance, or another factor that affected the plea.
- Procedure: File a written motion with the court and serve it on the prosecutor.
Do you know the specific court handling your case?
Mariposa county
Got it, ****! Here is the contact information for the Mariposa County Superior Court:
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Bullion Street, Mariposa, CA *
Website: www.mariposacourt.org
Would you like more details on the procedure to file the motion?
Mariposa County Superior Court
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Bullion Street, Mariposa, CA *
Website: www.mariposacourt.org
Would you like more details on the procedure to file the motion?
What does one typically look like? What does a judge want to hear specifically?
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Hi ****, here's what a typical motion to withdraw a plea should include and what judges generally look for:
- Introduction: State your name, case number, and the purpose of the motion.
- Facts: Provide a detailed account of the events leading to the plea.
- Grounds: Clearly explain the reasons for withdrawing the plea (e.g., mistake, ignorance).
- Legal Basis: Cite relevant laws and cases that support your motion.
- Conclusion: Summarize your request and respectfully ask the court to grant it.
A judge wants to hear a clear, honest explanation of why the plea should be withdrawn and any evidence supporting your claim. Would you like more specific examples or templates for the motion?
Hi ****, here's what a typical motion to withdraw a plea should include and what judges generally look for:
- Introduction: State your name, case number, and the purpose of the motion.
- Facts: Provide a detailed account of the events leading to the plea.
- Grounds: Clearly explain the reasons for withdrawing the plea (e.g., mistake, ignorance).
- Legal Basis: Cite relevant laws and cases that support your motion.
- Conclusion: Summarize your request and respectfully ask the court to grant it.
A judge wants to hear a clear, honest explanation of why the plea should be withdrawn and any evidence supporting your claim. Would you like more specific examples or templates for the motion?
Yes I would like examples & templetes. One reason for wanting to withdrawal is that I was under the influence when I plead out. I'm currently in treatment now but my substance abuse issues clouded my judgement at that time. I also feel that I wasn't given enough time to think about the pros & cons of the deal I entered into. Also my codefendant had all his charges dropped. The charges where the same as mine. The reason his charges where dropped was due to him being in custody in another county & in prison
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Yes I would like examples & templetes.
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Hi ****, I can certainly provide you with examples and templates for a motion to withdraw a plea. Here are the general elements you should include:
*. Introduction:
- Your name
- Case number
- Purpose of the motion
*. Facts:
- Detailed account of the events leading to the plea
*. Grounds:
- Reasons for withdrawing the plea (e.g., being under the influence, insufficient time to consider the plea)
*. Legal Basis:
- Relevant laws and cases that support your motion
*. Conclusion:
- Summarize your request and respectfully ask the court to grant it
Would you like a sample template to get started?
Hi ****, I can certainly provide you with examples and templates for a motion to withdraw a plea. Here are the general elements you should include:
*. Introduction:
- Your name
- Case number
- Purpose of the motion
*. Facts:
- Detailed account of the events leading to the plea
*. Grounds:
- Reasons for withdrawing the plea (e.g., being under the influence, insufficient time to consider the plea)
*. Legal Basis:
- Relevant laws and cases that support your motion
*. Conclusion:
- Summarize your request and respectfully ask the court to grant it
Would you like a sample template to get started?
Can you send me laws or cases that are similar to my case. Withdrawing plea when defendant is under influence
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Sure, ****. Here are some legal references that might be helpful for your situation:
- California Penal Code § *: Allows a defendant to withdraw a plea if they can show good cause, such as being under the influence.
- People v. Cruz (*): The court allowed withdrawal of a plea because the defendant was under the influence at the time of the plea.
- People v. Superior Court (Giron) (*): The court acknowledged the influence of substance abuse as a factor in plea withdrawal.
Would you like further assistance with your motion?
Sure, ****. Here are some legal references that might be helpful for your situation:
- California Penal Code § *: Allows a defendant to withdraw a plea if they can show good cause, such as being under the influence.
- People v. Cruz (*): The court allowed withdrawal of a plea because the defendant was under the influence at the time of the plea.
- People v. Superior Court (Giron) (*): The court acknowledged the influence of substance abuse as a factor in plea withdrawal.
Would you like further assistance with your motion?
Yes. Is it typical for a defendant to not see a police report?
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Hi ****! It's not typical for a defendant to not see a police report. Defendants have a right to review evidence against them, including police reports, during the discovery process. If you haven't seen the police report, you should request it from your attorney or the court.
Hi ****! It's not typical for a defendant to not see a police report. Defendants have a right to review evidence against them, including police reports, during the discovery process. If you haven't seen the police report, you should request it from your attorney or the court.
Is is unlawful to not offer that to your client as a public defender?
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Hi ****! Public defenders are required to provide competent representation, which includes sharing and discussing evidence like police reports with their clients. If your public defender did not provide you with the police report, it could be a basis for ineffective assistance of counsel.
Would you like to know how to file a complaint or take further action on this matter?
Hi ****! Public defenders are required to provide competent representation, which includes sharing and discussing evidence like police reports with their clients. If your public defender did not provide you with the police report, it could be a basis for ineffective assistance of counsel.
Would you like to know how to file a complaint or take further action on this matter?
Is non competent representation a valid reason to withdrawal plea?
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Yes, ****, incompetent representation can be a valid reason to withdraw a plea. In California, if you can demonstrate that your public defender's lack of competence affected your decision to plead, this might constitute "good cause" for plea withdrawal under California Penal Code § *.
Would you like more details on how to file this kind of motion?
Yes, ****, incompetent representation can be a valid reason to withdraw a plea. In California, if you can demonstrate that your public defender's lack of competence affected your decision to plead, this might constitute "good cause" for plea withdrawal under California Penal Code § *.
Would you like more details on how to file this kind of motion?
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