What are the standards of sentencing of a minor in the state of Florida?

Teen Court is a diversion program so unlike what the other lawyer said if the State is unwilling to recommend him for Teen Court then they probably...

Yes, though they would likely be charged as a juvenile which carries very different penalties. If you are being blackmailed then you should call...

Sentencing

It really depends. Who is the judge? I ask because I am an attorney who practices here in Orlando so I am familiar with the different judges here...

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If someone is getting subpoena to court , do you HAVE to show up ? If you dont will you go to jail ?

A subpoena is a court order requiring a person to appear. Yes, if they knowingly fail to appear then they can get in trouble and held in contempt...

Is my kid now a Felon?

Not necessarily. Has he been convicted of a felony yet? Simply being charged with a felony does not make a person a felon unless they have been...

Should i get a lawyer or hope for the best

Get a lawyer. Hoping for the best isn't much of a plan and you don't want to leave these things to chance. A lawyer can examine the evidence, file...

Would they still be able to charge me with burglary?

The state may try to argue that you remained in the store and developed an intent to steal or they may argue that you entered a part of the store...

It depends how he was ordered. If this was part of drug court or a diversion program then he wouldn't necessarily get new charges. On the other...

What to do after first misdemeanor citation for possesion?

Yes you should hire a lawyer. Do not believe the cops about getting the charges dropped by cooperating. The decision to drop charges is up to the...

Is it posable for a sex offense: 2nd degree(child molestation) in the state of missouri, to get off the registry?

Probably not. Unless you are pardoned or have your conviction overturned, it is unlikely you will be able to remove yourself from the sex offender...