Can I still get my motion of discovery?
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Can I still get my motion of discovery?
I would like to get my motion of
discovery. I have been sentenced and
have done the time I was given. Can I
still get my motion of discovery even
though Ive been sentenced? Im in
Louisiana.
Asked on July 20, 2019 under Criminal Law, Louisiana
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
No, you can't. A discovery motion is something that must be done while the case is still pending or in process; once a case is over, 1) there is no more discovery and so the motion cannot grant relief; and 2) the motion is moot, since the point of discovery is to get information for trial--but if you were sentenced and did your time, the trial (and the entire case) is over.
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