Can a police officer state I refused a chemical test for BAC if I selected blood rather than urinalysis or a breathalyzer?

Your question has been the object of intense litigation lately. The reason is the way the form reads in some jurisdictions. Generally, you are...

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Is there a Florida statute requiring convicted felons released from prison to submit to monthly interviews by police?

This is a Tampa thing. Please advise your son that he has the right to remain silent and he has the right to request an attorney and not speak to...

Will my p.o violate me for missing my appointment and also for being out of county? I set up another appointment tomorrow at 11

This is the kind of situation left to the probation officers discretion. However, you did violate the terms of your probation by leaving the county...

Can I get a traffic misdemeanor Driving w/license suspended conviction vacated if its been 7 years?

You are seeking to vacate a seven year old traffic misdemeanor adjudication conviction in order to attempt to seal your current third-degree felony...

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What is maximum for 3rd violation even if new charge for 3rd violation was dropped by state?

By your question, I am assuming this is your third violation of probation. The violation of probation was triggered by a new law violation, ie:...

Is there a way to totally clear an arrest record? A more powerful version of expungement?

There is an "administrative expungement" statute, which does not count towards your once in a lifetime seal or expungement. However, it is...

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If a person is paying for a private attorney, why would a public defender be appointed to them for a pre-trial hearing?

Either the clerk has not updated the docket to reflect that the public defender has been discharged and the private attorney who entered an...

Is it usual for the State of Florida to file Grand Theft charges against a person using only the accuser's statement?

It is unusual for a law enforcement officer not to try to question the suspect before arresting him or her. However, law enforcement can interview...

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Yes, yes, and yes. DCF has broad powers to investigate and act in what it deems is in the child's best interests.

You must request a transfer from either your probation officer or from the court. If your probation officer can arrange transfer, you should ask...