Federal Court Prison Sentence

Summary

The users case of firearm possession by a felon was dismissed by the State Court due to lack of consent to search. However, the Federal Court upheld the charge and the user served prison time. The user was advised to contact a federal defense attorney or the Federal Public Defenders Office in North Carolina for guidance. The user was also informed about the possibility of filing an appeal or seeking post-conviction relief. The user was reminded that federal and state courts operate independently and that federal law prohibits felons from possessing firearms.

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Who can I call about State Court dismissing my case but Federal Court forcing me to prison
What is the nature of your case that was dismissed by the State Court but upheld by the Federal Court?
Possession of a Firearm By a Felon
What state are you located in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
North Carolina
What was the reason given for the dismissal of your case by the State Court?
No consent to search
What was the context of the search that led to your firearm possession charge?
What you mean
Can you please clarify the circumstances under which the search that led to your firearm possession charge was conducted?
What you mean
I mean, can you provide details about the situation when the search was conducted that led to your firearm possession charge?
Who can I call about State Court dismissing my case but Federal Court forcing me to prison
You can contact a federal defense attorney or the Federal Public Defender's Office in North Carolina. They can provide guidance on your case.
I done served the time for a crime that was dismissed by State Court
What was the reason given by the Federal Court for upholding the charge?
I don't know
Can you provide any documentation or details about the Federal Court's decision? This could help in understanding why they upheld the charge despite the State Court's dismissal.
No
Have you considered filing an appeal or seeking post-conviction relief?
General Information:
- Federal and state courts operate independently.
- Federal law prohibits felons from possessing firearms.
- Legal representation is crucial in such cases.
No
You may want to consider exploring these options. Legal representation can guide you through the process. Is there anything else I can assist you with?
Who cab I call about State Court Dismissing my case but Federal Court forcing me to prison for the same case
You can contact the Federal Public Defender's Office in North Carolina. Their contact details are:

Federal Public Defender's Office - Eastern District of North Carolina


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Fayetteville St #*, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.nced.uscourts.gov