Can a Grand Theft 3rd Degree charged be dropped if none of the witnesses never show up?

In Miami, in misdemeanor court, if you show up for a trial day and the witnesses are not there, more often than not, the case is dismissed. IN...

This will be in the hands of the department of correction and how much gain time he will be awarded. When there is very little left of a sentence,...

I got 18months prison with 3 yrs probation. Can i do jail time instead of probation..

A smart decision as probation is sometimes considered a layaway plan by prosecutors. However, this may be difficult to maneuver. You do not want...

My foreclosure was dismissed w/o prejudice. Bank has not refiled. In January it will be 5 yrs since I defaulted. Has SOL run?

Potentially, yes the statute of limitation will have run. You will need to have an attorney review the paperwork from your dismissed foreclosure...

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There is a principle on civil law called premises liability and negligent security. This is the basis to sue the gas station that you would need...

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WHO REQUESTS A SPEEDY TRIAL PROSECUTER OR DEFENSE

While I agree that traditionally, the defendant has the right to a speedy trial, Florida has also decided that they will permit victims and...

My husband is in jail on a domestic violence charge, will I be required to testify at his trial? If I refuse will that affect my

If you refuse to testify at trial it WILL affect your eligibility for a U-VISA. The U-VISA is for victims of violent crimes who assist in the...

Can I stay until the end of my lease after foreclosure ?

Yes, your rights are protected but you need to put all involved on notice of your lease. You need to prepare a notice of filing and attach a copy...

I bought a home from a bank and recorded the title. Previous owner is still in possession. what can I do to take possession

You can do one of two things, return to the court to get a writ of possession under the foreclosure case number OR you can do an action for...

The bank has taken the house I live in, how long before they evict me

If final judgment has been entered the sale date will be at least 30 days after the date of final judgment and possibly longer. However, if the...