My boyfriend was arrested 30 days ago, and has only had his preliminary hearing. What now?

Have charges officially been filed yet? Charges are filed by an Information or Indictment. If charges have not officially been filed then he cannot...

I plead guilty in open court in order to work with law enforcement since then they have evaded me and now refuse to work w/me

Unfortunately there is very little that you can do, which is why these substantial assistance agreements are such a bad deal. Speak with your...

Daughter is 17 and found out she is sneaking around with a 25 year old man.Can she legally do this without my consent.

Actually it doesn't matter whether you consent or not. It is illegal for a person 24 years of age or older to engage is sexual relations with a 17...

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What constitutes child neglect?

The Florida Supreme Court has created Standard Jury Instruction 16.6 to instruct what constitutes neglect of a child (without great bodily...

Can a defendant ask for another bail/bond to be set after his last was revoked? If so, how long after can a motion be filed?

Yes a defendant can ask for another bail/bond to be set but under most circumstances it would be within the discretion of the judge to grant or...

Is it possible to obtain a person's medical records without an attorney or law enforcement?

Every state has different laws. However, it is possible to get a person's medical records in Florida without a law enforcement official or...

Is it legal for a 18 yr. old male and a 16 yr. old female to be in a relationship in the State of Florida?

Yes. Under Florida law, it is illegal for a person who is 24 years of age or older to have sexual relations with anyone under the age 18. However,...

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The value of human life

Of course. People have the ability to sue regardless of their health. Some lawyers may choose not to accept a case if they don't believe the person...

My mom's lawyer instructed me to perjure myself during a deposition and got mad when I refused. How do I report his misconduct?

Complaints regarding an attorney's alleged unethical conduct can be submitted as a grievance to the Florida Bar. The Florida Bar takes grievances...

Rule 3.134 of the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure states that if the State of Florida has not filed formal charges within 30 days, the court...