What are the consequences for filing the same petition in a new county after it has already been dismissed in another county?

This is not atypical and yes, is a hassle. However, Pinellas county will most likely dismiss as well and for the same reason. You probably have...

Is it illegal for a prosecutor to threathed to upgrade charges if the accused declines an offer?

As any defense attorney should tell you, yes, it is absolutely legal. If you refuse or cannot negotiate an offer to your liking, then the...

A medical diagnosis of mental illness by an expert in the field can certainly help in getting you in a pretrial diversion program. Having said...

My husband has been in criminal jail for 10 months pending a convictition and nothing had been said to him. What does that mean

Certainly, he has been charged and a lawyer has been appointed. Have you asked to speak with the attorney the state has provided him? Have you...

Confinement in prison or jail can I get one in one day ? does he have to be served ?in jail or prison?

First, yes of course you can. File a motion to modify the contact order in the court of the original jurisdiction (in other words, the judge who...