Does a defendant have right to know what the "conflict of interest" is? and is it grounds for post conviction?

It is confidential and the attorney does not have to make it known to you. He only has to move to withdraw certifying that he has a genuine...

Is this legal?

It isn't illegal to get high. It is illegal to possess certain materials, drugs, components, chemicals, plants, etc. Florida Statute 893.03...

My boyfriend is coming home on house arrest. Do they need everyones information in the house hold?

They will make a home visit when he is placed on house arrest and obtain all of that information. If someone has a warrant, that could be a...

You need to research the laws on self-defense and defense of others in your state. In Florida, we have a "Stand Your Ground" law. If you are on...

I owe federal restitution. I have not been able to pay. The government is attempting to take my wife teaching retirement.

Not too sure about Texas. But in most states, a spouse cannot be held liable for criminal sanctions just because you are married. Why was...

How can a probation officers recommendation be superceded? Can a judge set the standard for a po to follow?

Try to get her case on the docket to have the probation modified by showing a change in circumstances. If a Judge then addresses it, the PO cannot...

If they sent you a certified letter and you signed for it and then you show up again, and they call they police, they can show the police the...

Probation guestion/on probation for an felony charge

Yes. He can do that. There is a difference between what seems "fair" and what is "legal." It may not seem fair that he didn't act on it...

Will I get jail time for grand theft in Florida? This is my second offense.

It is always possible to get prison or jail time for any criminal offense unless the State files a notice certifying that they will not be seeking...

Sex offender register when released?

Yes. Registration is required for life unless you received a pardon or had your conviction set aside due to some post conviction motion....