This will boil down to your word against his. He will probably testify that he clearly saw you not wearing your seatbelt so the burden of proof...

The only time a police officer is required to read you the Miranda rights is when you are under arrest AND they are going to interrogate/ask you...

Will I be taken into custody at the probation office if I have a dirty u/a?

If your probation officer violates you then you will probably be looking at some jail time. In my jurisdiction you would be looking at 60 days as...

Does the zero tolerance law apply to houses as well as vehicles?

Forfeiture is governed by Florida Statute 932.701-706 which may be found at http://bit.ly/11dw68A. The most relevant part of which reads "Any real...

3 years ago i got a grand theft charge in the 3rd degree the case was nolle prosequi will that show on a background check

I agree with my colleague and would add that different employer's have different policies as to what they find as excusable criminal offenses. ...

I had 1st DUI in 2000, 2nd in 2001 and have 3rd now after 12 years. Should I expect some jail time ?

You can expect 0-364 days jail, up to 12 months probation, up to $5,000 fine, 12 month driver's license suspension, Level 2 DUI school, 10 days...

Pretrial diversion if i have added charges?

Do not admit to any sort of crime in a public forum. Do not say anything else about this on the internet. Pre Trial Diversion is always up to...

What is my best option for keeping and arrest and charge for possession of marijuana off of my criminal background record?

You are correct that getting Pre Trial Diversion is one way of best ways to minimize the damage. Once you complete a drug program and pay fines,...

First, go and hire a DUI attorney right now. Do not delay. Second, with a high blow (over .15) you are looking at enhanced penalties which is...

What can be done if a friend with no papers is charged with a felony (traffic offense)?

If he is in custody he will probably have an immigration hold, so even if he has a bond ICE will in all likelihood take him into custody and place...