The State has 175 days from the date of your arrest to file the formal charge(s). Of course they usually file much sooner than the deadline. ...

How can I get in contact with a lawyer to help me with a misdemeanor case lingering on me?

Research attorneys on the site and call for free consultations. Good luck!

Can I get an expungement?

Because the charges were dismissed, you are eligible as long as you have no prior convictions and have never had a case exupnged or sealed.

Approximately, how long does the expungement process take? Is there anything that could expedite the process?

On average, approximatley 7 months from start to finish. The lengthy delay is that FDLE is taking so long to issue the certificate of eligibility.

The Statute of Limitations is two years. Since it appears you were charged during that period, you don't have a statute of limitations defense. ...

Is a pretrial deferment for felony theft supposed to show up on my background search?

It will show up on a background check unless you get the record expunged. You can call attorneys on here to discuss a record expungement. It's...

Chick stole everything I had why I was in hospital ?

Yes. It would seem you are the victim of a crime so it would be appropriate to file a police report.

Do I have to report to community control after being bonded out for vop?

Yes, you are still on community control so you need to report and continue following the rules and conditions of your community control. Good luck!

I’m trying to figure out if I have a warrant out for my arrest

A factor could be how long overdue the vehicle was before being returned. For example, it will be treated differently if 8 months overdue compared...

Retail theft?

If you were not convicted of the offense and you have no convictions for anything else, then you would be eligible to expunge or seal the case. If...