You don't want this hanging over your head. I recommend that you return to Tennessee, turn yourself in, and clear this matter up.
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In my experience, the doctors who evaluate persons held under the Baker Act do a decent job. If she is not mentally ill to the point where she is a danger to herself or others, she should be released at the end of the 72 hour observation period. An attorney from the Public Defender's Office represents those people who cannot afford their own attorney and who are being involuntarily committed against their will.
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You may be eligible to serve a little less time at the Manatee County Jail. Gain time is sometimes awarded based upon the work that an inmate does while incarcerated.
I am sorry that this has happened. I hope that he gets help for the underlying problem. The State Attorney's Office will be influenced in their sentencing recommendation by your wishes in the case. You are considered a victim and will have a right to be noticed of court dates. You will also be allowed to address the Judge if there is a sentencing hearing. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
I think there are potential defenses to these charges. Your question on custody needs more facts before it could be properly answered. My office is in downtown Bradenton, stop by if I canbeof any help.
There are a lot of questions here. You should consider making an appointment. Each criminal act can potentially be a charge. In Floridayou get points for each charge and that can affect the sentence. Restitution is usually ordered. Credit is given for time spent in jail. Arrests are more reported than trials, and most pleas are not covered by media. Hope that helps.
Your boyfriend should not plead guilty before consultingwith an attorney. There are many different forms of drug rehabilitation that are potentially available. The sooner an attorney gets invbolved, the better. An attorney might be able to ask the prosecutor to file the case as a misdemeanor instead of a felony. The Drug Court program in Manatee is outstanding and might be a good outcome for this case. I wish you the best.
The Judge will usually order drug testing and drug treatment for first offenders. You might consider finding a suitable counseling program before you go to Court in order to show that you are making progress in this area. One possible alternative is the Drug Court program which can be very good for those who truly want help.