I have no way of knowing based on these facts but I suspect the one who got 60 months got a mandatory minimum sentence and the one who got 9...

When will my son get his court transcript?

If your son is appealing his trial or sentencing, and has legal counsel who needs the transcript for the appeal, the court of appeals will usually...

Can a judge change a sentence without notification?

This is not a federal criminal case; your case was a state criminal case. Sounds like there was a scrivener's error on the Judgment paperwork. This...

Can a charter reference letter help me get a lighter sentence?

You should get letters of support from parents, employers and friends. You should also discuss with your attorney writing a letter of acceptance of...

Can a 20 year old file assault charges against a 16/17 y/o?

If there was a fight, like you suspect there might be, the police would be called, especially if it occurred on business premises. Because you are...

I got into a fight with a girl I'm 14 an on probation they said me an the girl would have to go to court what will happen ?

If this is juvenile court, you could be adjudicated to have violated the terms of your probation and would face sentencing on the mutual combat...

Can I get probation revoked if someone unknown to me uses drugs on some leased property of mine. During a festival?

I wouldn't think so unless the event organizers need a license to have such a festival and you don't make that a condition of the rental/leasing...

Can I get a felony charge reduced?

Sounds like a "mere presence" defense but you need to discuss with your attorney to see if its viable in your case. Pleading out to a lesser...

Statue of limitations on felony drug charges?

The statute of limitations does not apply in your case under these facts.

Inmate release time?

I don't think judges in Broward County or federal court would impose such a sentence. A federal judge couldn't.