I was told in a criminal case it is the defendant's lawyer responsibility to request the final judgement document. Is this true?

You only have 30 days to file a notice of appeal in a criminal case after the judgment has been filed. You do not need to wait for your former...

Two bonds?

Mr. Kollin is correct - and yes, if the alleged criminal act started in one county and continued into the next, your friend can be prosecuted in...

Can a PO deny travel request out of state for 2 weeks to work/help a disabled family friend?misdemeanor probation?

Agreeing with Mr. Kollin and adding: if your po denies your request, ONLY the judge may overrule him/her. This requires a motion to be filed...

Agreeing and adding to my colleagues' responses: writing a letter to the judge is not the same thing as filing a motion. This is a common...

Yes, it can. Prostitution is considered a 'crime of moral turpitude', the government's term, not mine. Provided you were not adjudicated guilty...

Do i have to expunge my Communication Fraud?

This arrest will appear on your background checks and will prove to be a stumbling block every time you apply for a new postition, credit or...

Will my drug charge be dismissed?

Florida has 2 laws which work against you: constructive possession and the principal theory. Do not gamble your future on the hope that somehow 1...

Good morning can i still aply for a ajustmemt of statust with a criminal out standing warrant

Your immigration attorney will advise you to resolve your criminal matter. A criminal defense attorney can assist you in coordinating a...

Will I be drug tested at pretrial or my first court date?

Agreeing with my colleague and adding: it is best to just assume you will be drug tested every time you have an appointment. If you are tested...

I changed the practice area to increase the level of response. The court system routinely receives excuses, requests and other communications to...