How much jail time can u get for resisting officer without violence to his person in florida

I agree with all the fine answers already provided. If you would like to discuss the particular facts of your case, please feel free to give me a...

Florida Active Felony Prosecution Speedy Trial Waiver in Place for Original Charge -New Charge levied by state

Speedy trial begins to run at the time a person is taken into custody and continues to run regardless of whether the person bonds out or whether...

Juvinile records help

I cannot tell you if your prior history with law enforcement will affect your getting a certification as a nurse or not. Each regulating agency...

Your problem highlights the limitations of having a record sealed. When a record os sealed, it is still visible to many agencies that check on you...

A convicted felon kills another convicted felon who pulls a gun on him the victims family hid his gun. What can be done?

A vigorous defense is what can be done. Self defense is an affirmative defense that your friend needs to establish if the State proceeds with...

Where can I find materials that clearly spell the terms of my probation

It is best to get direction from the person with the ability to violate you - your probation officer. Sometimes the PO will be kind and...

What should I plea in court when being convicted of petty theft

Agreed - Plead Not Guilty until you have had a chance to learn of your options and what the penalties and ramifications of any particular outcome...

Can a community control officer check on you after hour of seeing him in person

Basically, when you go on probation or community control you give up many of the substantive rights that protect citizens pre-conviction. It is...

In reference to the Jose Padilla trial, how long can someone be detailed without a charge

Not in reference to Jose Padilla, in Florida State court you can be held for 21 days without charges, then the State can motion for an extension up...

I need help on the best course of action.

Hopefully, since it your son's first offense, if you get an attorney on this right away, you may be able to work something out with the State...