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Can I get off from probation early if I have a class B burglary and instead of going to prison, I have been put under probation?
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Answered on March 31, 2015
You can always set a Motion for Early Termination in front of your Judge. In my experience, Judges will only consider terminating early when either...
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Can a judge deny my suppression hearing because he believes the officers.
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Answered on March 27, 2015
It is up to the Judge to determine the credibility of each witness. In a suppression hearing, its the judge's job to determine which facts he is...
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Can I question a victim/witness myself even if I have an attorney?
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Answered on March 27, 2015
No. All communications should be done through your attorney. Also, your attorney should be present every time you discuss your case with anyone.
Is a pretrial diversion program the same as a conviction?
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Answered on March 27, 2015
Generally, after someone completes a pretrial diversion program, the case gets dropped by either the prosecutor or the judge. If the charge was...
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Is direct criminal contempt classified as a felony
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Answered on March 27, 2015
Contempt is a misdemeanor, not a felony.
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Had my court date today
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Answered on March 26, 2015
It is VERY important to ask your probation officer and/or attorney before you leave your state. The last thing you want to do is violate probation.
Can I have the diversion program reinstated
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Answered on March 26, 2015
It depends on the reason why you were kicked out and if the prosecutor is willing to to put you back into the program.
How are public defenders in comparison to private attorneys?
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Answered on March 26, 2015
Public defenders only defend their clients in criminal cases. Additionally, in order to work with a PD, you must qualify for their assistance.
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After a judge would sentence me to a level 6-8 commitment program, would he mandate me right then and there? (Juvenal) (Brevard)
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Answered on March 26, 2015
The Judge does have the ability to place you in secure detention, while awaiting placement in a program, if he or she feels it is necessary. You...
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A summons to appear in court.
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Answered on March 19, 2015
Yes! It usually happens when a crime has occurred but the police develop probable cause sometime after the suspect has left the scene. Its also...
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