State has not filed "information" yet. Do they have to turn over discovery ?

Although you have requested Discovery, you're right to Discovery is not yet ripe. This state is not obligated to give you the discovery until 15...

Your probation officer cannot give you an extension. Probation officer will have to accuse you of violating probation. If, when you come into...

What is the benefit of getting an attorney to get a record expunged?

The benefit is having it done correctly and successfully. If you do not do it correctly, it will not be expunged.

How can I change my public defender?

If you believe the public defender's office is not providing you with effective assistance of counsel, you need to request a Nelson hearing. At the...

Will a person convicted of felony 2nd degree, assigned to a DOC rehab receive a longer sentence if that person absconds

Generally, when someone violates probation or community control, this state wants to impose a sentence greater than it offered at the original...

I'm in FL and wondering if a simple domestic charge from 2003' should show on a criminal background check as of this year???

Yes, it's there because you were arrested and booked into the county jail. If there was no probable cause for the arrest, you might be eligible for...

Yes, you can be extradited while on probation. It does require a governor's warrant, absent your waiver of extradition.

Can chargers be changed after a defended has gone to first appearance.

Yes. The state attorney's office can amend the charges at will, prior to Jeopardy attention. If the amendment would prejudice the accused, a...

Can I renew my greencard with out getting deported ?

This is not a criminal defense question. It is an immigration law question. You need to repost your question under that category.

Your husband should have been released after the 33rd day. A waiver of speedy trial has no bearing on custody. It only allows the state to file...