You provided a clue to why the state may want prison time: you are worried about point scoring you "back to prison". People who have already been...

Can I vacate a misdemeanor case from 1999

I agree with Mr. Feuerstein. However, there is a second exception to the jurisdictional deadline for reopening an ancient case: fundamental change...

Pawned items not belonging to them

If your friend was "just" convicted, it is not too late to appeal. Options depend on whether she entered a plea or lost at trial. However, further...

How long can district attorney hold a charge without conviction of aggravated battery.

This is not an appeals question. Not sure what you are asking. How long does the State Attorney have to make a charge decision? Or, how long can...

Brief?

Ordinarily, the denial of a 3.800(c) motion on its merits is not even appealable. If the motion was dismissed due to legal error, the court may...

Not filing a brief ?

No Answer Brief is required, unless the court orders the Attorney General's Office to file one. The State is simply notifying the court that they...

FDo. Resident in 1988. Got fui before I updated IL. License and they are killing in me every renewal(8 years]

Dealing with DHSMV can be a nightmare, even for lawyers. The best advice anyone can offer you on this website is to not drive without a license. If...

Does the "tipsy coachman rule" apply in the appeal of the other party does NOT file an answer to the appeal?

Yes. Appeals lie to correct prejudicial, reversible error. A decision of the lower court will be affirmed if it is correct for any reason. By...

Direct appeal?

Your brother could have requested a belated direct appeal but the deadline has long since passed. So has the deadline for seeking post-conviction...

Do the public defenders office handle appeals in Fl?

The PD's office (or the Office of Conflict Counsel if the PD has a conflict) handles criminal appeals if the defendant is declared insolvent...