Can some file a post-conviction relief 20 years after they are found guilty when they are up for parole?

In Florida, there is a two-year time limit for a defendant to file for post-conviction relief. The two-year clock starts when the conviction and...

A 72A hearing is not a jury trial but rather a process to determine if probable cause exists and then whether the case should be dismissed or...

A VOP warrant stays active for as long as it remains unserved. And usually someone gets you at the exact wrong time and can cause lots of problems....

If the original motion is denied would you add more info to Appeal to address reasons the motion was denied?

If you have a lawyer already, talk to him or her about your concerns. Generally, an appeal addresses errors of law or fact from the lower court...

You have already been charged with petit theft even though you were not arrested. The charge probably hasn't been filed yet in part because a...

Can i file a 3.850 pro se?

This is an issue for a direct appeal and it isn't as simple as you might think. There is something in Florida called implied consent which means...

What could the punishment be if it his first time.

This is being handled in the Juvenile Court and if this is a first time, the penalties are likely not severe. It depends on the circumstances....

What?

This is one time where you can't get a solid answer through this type of forum. You need to get a good criminal defense lawyer right away. There...

In Florida, a standard condition of probation is that you not pick up any new charges. A new criminal charge can trigger a violation. It won't take...

Can I plea out at my arraignment ?

Maybe. But this is not a decision to make in haste or based on emotions or anything like that. He should talk to a criminal defense lawyer before...