My father in law was caught with 30 lbs. of marijuana. its ben 14 mnths, no chrgs, no arrest, is there a statute on charge & are

I would add this to Mr. Finebloom's answer. Under federal law, the statute of limitations is 5 years. Since this was a significant amount ot...

I have an aggravated assualt charge from 11 years ago and was give adj withheld. 1St offense no prior record. can this be expung

Probably not because aggravated assault is one of those charges that is not eligible to be sealed. However, if they amended the charge to some...

Now that you know the statute I'm sure you want to know the practical effect. Of course, any criminal charge on your record is not good. That...

Probably the best answer any attorney can give on this subject is that it shouldn't affect your ability to enter the US. That said, you never seem...

First time violation of probation.

The judge can impose the 5 year maximum regardless of what was previously offered. That said, continuing with treatment is probably preferable for...

My son received a notice to appear for the complaint of trespass in Pinellas County, FL.

If your son is 18 or older then he will be charged as an adult. Depending on how it is charged, he is facing either a maximum of 60 days jail or...

Adjudication withheld. Are my gun rights in jeopardy because of Sheldon Montgomery vs. Florida?

Montgomery applies only to sentencing enhancements. Assuming you did not receive an adjudication of guilt on a felony, then you could legally...

What kind of summme or fine you get for this situation?

You are probably charged with Florida Statute 562.11, selling alcohol to minor. That is a second degree misdemeanor, punishable by 60 days jail. ...

Our son was just released from prison.. he also has a warrant in another state.. can we get in trouble if he lives with us??

I suppose, strictly speaking, you could be charged with aiding a fugitive. That said, it may be hard to prove. The reality is that your son needs...

What is the least amount of time a person can serve when sentence to 39 months

Mr. Mosca, as always, provides an excellent analysis of your situation. The general rule is a person must serve 85% of their sentence. Of course,...