Each case, and each Defendant, is /are different, and every case is also a fluid experience. As such there is no "always". Florida has 20...

Yes, and generally yes. Although the rules and protocols will vary from circuit to circuit, every State Attorney's Office in FL has a PTI...

Have to? No. But as a practical matter, probably. Most State Attorney's Offices require approval by their victims before offering PTI (or any...

They shouldn't but still, sometimes they do and sometimes they don't. No lawyer can tell you either how thoroughly some other person / entity...

Your question and your proffer do not jibe. The question says you VOP'd for failing to pay restitution and the proffer indicates that you were...

Mayne yes maybe no. But, as "snitches get stitches" is a potentially true adage no one should report anyone else for anything unless they're...

While I don't like to play Monday morning quarterback (i.e. second guess a lawyer on a case that I know less than nothing about) I have to agree...

If this is your first offense then it is almost certain that you will be eligible for a diversionary program. Diversion is a program which is...

An arrest triggers the criminal process, and a Bond Hearing may be your first formal appearance, but the Arraignment constitutes the formal...

Rather than focusing on penalties perhaps you should consider how to beat or mitigate your case (hint: hire a lawyer... or not... it's your case...