The state attorney still hasnt filed charges yet what can I do?

The state has the entire speedy trial period in which to file charges. For a felony that is 175 days. You may want to speak to your attorney about...

How long would it take to get my record expunged?

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is currently processing applications submitted in August 2017. From start to finish the entire process...

Is there a way to get a different prosecutor on my case??

No. You don’t get to choose your prosecutor.

Failure to return a hired vehicle is a felony in the state of Florida. So yes, you can be arrested and charged with a felony for failing to return...

Would I qualify for PTI or a diversion program ?

Probably not if you’ve done felony drug court. Although a decent attorney may be able to negotiate it for you.

Is it common that a court order for pre-trial comes with provisions of the defense not contacting the victim

Stay away orders are common in any criminal case involving a victim. The defendant can hire an attorney who may take the deposition of the alleged...

They will face the three-year mandatory minimum, but if they have significant priors they will likely face much more than that. The maximum for...

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Am I convicted felon?

It depends. If you were adjudicates guilty, you’re a convicted felon. If adjudication was withheld, you’re not - as long as you have no unrelated...

Early term drug test

I have seen judges order early termination applicants drug tested. To err on the side of caution, make sure you’re clean.

Will I get my money back?

Unless they filed a notice of forfeiture and sought to keep the money, the money would likely be held as evidence and you would need a motion for...