Here is the exact language from the statute about paying for community service rather than performing it: "For the first conviction, the court...

How are you charged with firearm possession when you did not have a firearm on you?

It sounds as if your son was charged because the other persons involved told law enforcement that he possessed a firearm. As you are likely aware,...

Is there any legal recourse since I accepted a plea deal w/o knowing that I had won an appeal prior to the court date?

I agree with the above poster and would simply like to add that Florida Statute 316.193 (10) provides that the results of the DHSMV hearing are not...

I was arrested for petty theft of under 100$ I have never done this before but I do crazy things when I am off of my meds.

I would consult with an experienced defense attorney who routinely practices in the county in which you were charged. You may qualify for a...

What are the elements for grand theft for someone to be charge with it

It sounds as if you may be an unknowing participant in another's attempt to "Deal in Stolen Property." I would consult with an experienced...

If judge does not except proposed jury instructions for resisting arrest charge, is that addressed on final appeal?

If your question is whether it can be addressed on direct appeal the answer is yes--so long as it has been preserved for appeal via a timely...

If I am found not guilty on some charges which were severed from a resisting arrest charge, can I use the not guily verdict?

In all likelihood, you cannot. The State will have to prove beyond and to the exclusion of every reasonable doubt that you resisted the officer...

Im on dui probation i recently got a civil infraction for an open container should i tell my probation officer

You should contact an attorney that routinely practices DUI defense in the county in which you are on probation. Often times, an experienced...

In pinellas county fl. does the judge or does the prosecution decied what a sentance will be for trafficing oxy codone....

In all likelihood, a pre-condition of the State amending the offense is your acceptance of the terms of the plea. That is to say, you can't ask...

Can i install a safety interlock device in my fiancées car for my dui probation?

I cannot speak for what Illinois will require for you to obtain a license...but I can tell you if you ever intent to move back to FL, you will not...