Public Defender Case Reopening

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A public defender generally cannot reopen a closed case unless there are specific grounds such as new evidence or procedural errors. In Maryland, a public defender can petition to reopen a closed case under certain conditions. The Demand/Request for Presence of Chemist/Analyst is typically filed by the defense attorney in drug-related cases. For gun charges, clarification on whether chemical analysis like gunshot residue or ballistic testing was involved is needed. Consult a local attorney for more specific advice.

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Thank you for providing your location. In Maryland:
- A public defender can petition to reopen a closed case under certain conditions
- This usually involves finding new evidence or proving procedural errors
Please consult a local attorney for more advice.
who usually files Demand / Request for Presence of Chemist/Analyst
The Demand/Request for Presence of Chemist/Analyst is typically filed by the defense attorney. This is done in cases involving drug charges where the chemical analysis of the substance is pivotal to the case.
It was a gun charge
I understand. For gun charges, could you please clarify if any chemical analysis was involved in your case, such as gunshot residue or ballistic testing?