A Rule 3.800 (a) motion to correct an illegal sentence can be filed at any time, by a lawyer or by the defendant. Anyone can prepare the motion for...

FAMILY LAW / DEPENDENCY COURT / WHAT WILL OR WILL NOT HAPPEN WITH WRIT OF CERTIORARI IN 2ND DCA FLORIDA COURT?

More information is required here but you appear to be describing the following situation: You tried to appeal a non-final Order. The appellate...

First time dui in PA

I don't practice in PA, but I have some experience with DUI prosecutions through a situation involving a family member. PA takes DUI very...

Can a lawyer defend a client via telephone during their client's immigration court hearing?

Lawyers (and witnesses) can appear by phone (or via Skype) with prior court approval. This usually is allowed when the parties agree, when somebody...

Will they really give me more time? What do I do

Being scared and not wanting to serve more time is no excuse for fleeing and failing to maintain contact with your lawyer. Make the call. Good luck.

Can you get a restraining order on someone who is harassing you via email?

If your boyfriend's ex-girlfriend is committing a crime in FL, she will have to be prosecuted in FL. Same goes for seeking an injunction. There are...

Can someone be charged with attempted murder if there is no edvinces, only because someone called their name

If "someone" heard someone else say "shoot him, Johnny" and then saw the guy with the gun take aim at the victim and that person is willing to...

Your husband can request an early termination. Most judges require that half of the term be served and that all conditions have been satisfied. A...

If you win your case in a DWI do you get your license back

The State's theory must be that you switched seats to avoid a DWI arrest. The judge will not take your license if you beat the charge, but DHSMV is...

What do I need to do about my son situation

Your son may qualify for the services of court-appointed counsel. If not, it should not be difficult to find a local criminal defense attorney who...