I got a Florida Uniform Traffic Citation for doing 103 in a 45mph and it says that I must appear in court on a date.

Get a lawyer. There was a story in the paper today about the director of a major airport going 135 mph on I-95 in his Porsche. He was charged...

What is the min and max sentence for burglary of an unocupied dwelling (takeing items from cars)?

5 years X 6 = 30 years, if your son is 18 years old or is direct filed. A commitment program and probation under department of juvenile justice...

When does the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court of and for Polk County do their motion hearings?

Although I do not practice in the tenth circuit, in general motions are filed with the Clerk, copies go to the counter-party, and then it will be...

Adjudication withheld?

This seems like a case with many arguable facts to consider. You should not be open to a charge of firearm possession by convicted felon based on...

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How can you fight a red light running citation?

The cameras are legal but because they deny the ability to confront the accuser and because they do not record the actual operator, the citation is...

Convicted of petty theft. plead no contest but I was not guilty. adjudication was with held. Can I reopen the case?

There are time limits for trying to re-open a case and you do not state how long ago this was. And the fact that you entered a plea makes it even...

Can I ask a police officer to leave my house?

Based upon what you've written, the answer would be "yes." The home is protected from government intrusion, and an invitation to enter can be...

Charged with Grand theft under 10K, his word against mine. Should I hire an attorney?

If you have been charged with a crime you should hire an attorney. The State has decided there is enough evidence to convict you and will devote...

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If charges are filed, and the state isnt doing anything about them, just letting him sit there, how long can they hold him?

Racketeering charges can be brought in either state and federal court. You say state, so I will presume you are correct. State courts do not...

Some of our laws, like DUI, specifically grant police the right to stop and arrest on even private property, while others limit their jurisdiction...