Understanding Motion In Limine

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A motion in limine is a pretrial request to exclude certain evidence from trial. In Texas, each felony typically requires its own indictment. Defense attorneys often file motions to discover a defendants criminal records to prepare a robust defense.

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What is limine
A motion in limine is a pretrial request made by a party to a lawsuit, asking the court to rule that certain evidence may not be introduced in trial. It’s typically used to prevent potentially prejudicial or irrelevant information from being presented to the jury.
If I have two felonies in the state of Texas, do I have to be indicted on each one
In Texas, each felony charge generally requires an indictment. This is a formal accusation that initiates a criminal case, ensuring there's enough evidence to proceed. Each felony should have its own indictment unless they are part of the same criminal episode.
Is it normal for my attorney who is defending be to file Motion to discover criminal records of defendant
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It's not uncommon for defense attorneys to file a motion to discover the criminal records of a defendant. This can be part of their strategy to understand the full scope of the case and prepare an effective defense. Do you have any other questions or concerns related to your case?