I was given a summons to appear for a worthless check at a traffic stop 10/20/09. the check date (offense date) was 12/11/05. C

As long as you were continuously within the jurisdiction, did not attempt to evade service of the summons, the statute of limitations should...

Adjudication withheld in felony case. Can the case be closed out permanantly?

In addition to Mr. Guidry's points, the sealing process includes discussions with the prosecutors and the judge about whether there are any...

What is the min and max sentance for failure to appear and grand theft 3rd degree?

These charges do not score very high on the Florida guidelines and therefore should not score mandatory prison. Failure to appear often will...

What is the maximum dating age for a 16 year old with parental concent in the state of flordia?

The answer revolves around what "dating" means. It is not a crime for someone 16 to date someone over 18 or even 24 if there is no physical...

Can I dispute a parking ticket for parking in a handicap access area if the sign doesn't meet the requirements of FS553.5041(6)?

You certainly raise a legitimate defense but traffic court is often difficult to get judges to follow the strict letter of the law without counsel...

My son was cited for using an altered ID at a restaurant/lounge. He has to appear before the traffic court.

I practice in Jacksonville and can tell you the unrepresented generally do not get the same sentence as those represented by counsel. Possession...

In Florida, the State Attorney's office has the discretion to charge cases as an adult. This area has among the highest "direct filing" rates in...

I have handled hundreds of these kinds of cases in Jacksonville and the surrounding counties. If you have no prior record, they likely will drop...

I need a criminal defence attorney for old charges can you help me

I agree that depending on the charge, the Statute of Limitations might very well have run. I am located in Jacksonville and handle cases...

With my husband going through criminal stuff, I have a question. I applied for a job and i have never be arrested, but

I practice in Jacksonville and can without hesitation tell you it will not show up on your record.