The factors that aggravate a sentence are aggregate amount taken and repetition. Acceptance of responsibility and restitution are mitigating factors.

How can one person out of three get off free with nothing when we all had drug charges

Next time hire an attorney before sentencing and you might be the one who walks away.

Should I retain council?

Voluntarily enter out patient rehab. Admit to the judge you have awoken to the fact you have an issue with marijuana. This will go a long way...

Florida, search warrant date was changed, by detective, not by judge. Warrant was served three weeks after original date.

The search warrant may be invalid as search warrants are usually only valid for 10 days after issuance. Only a judge can reissue a search warrant....

How can i avoid jail time?

You appear to have a good bases to suppress evidence based on illegal warrantless search unless you consented to search. Also, less than 2 ozs. in...

Isn't a PRETRIAL DETENTION HEARING required after an arrest?

Never trust a bondsman who does not come recommended. They often lie and if they refer you to an attorney there’s usually a kickback involved.

What can be done about a missed court date?

The defendant must appear at some point. Hiring an attorney in the county where the case is filed can minimize your friends chance of spending time...

It means two or more people agreed to violate the controlled substance laws. Also, this is a state criminal law question.

Can I legally purchase a firearm in Florida?

I disagree with my colleague who said your conviction doesn't disqualify you from owning or possessing a firearm. It clearly does. Any conviction...

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Duh, of course it will. You could be arrested on the warrant while driving with the child in the car. Also, your failure to take care of the...