Do i need to get a lawyer or will i go to jail for lieing on a police report in which someone got arrested for felony battery

His charge could also be categorized as a felony because of his prior record, or for the fact that the allegation includes strangulation. If that...

Bench warrant for a misdemeanor charge

You may try contacting the local clerk up there to see if it can be resolved by taking care of the payments. However, a warrant my require the...

Short answer, yes, a misdemeanor charge can be the sole basis to violate your probation. You still have a right to contest it, and the state has to...

Who can issue a secret indictment? A state attorney or grand jury or both. Can they arrest without public notice of a warent?

A grand jury issues an indictment, but the State Attorney can issue a capias (which is like a warrant), without having to seek out an indictment. ...

Non sex offender from CA vacationing in Florida?

Florida considers 5 days to be establishing residence. http://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/FAQ.jsp#Question45 There are more detailed...

What are the pros and cons or filing a Rule 3.850 motion?

There is usually no harm in filing a 3850 motion, but I'm not sure if you have sufficient grounds. If the attorney was clearly ineffective in...

What is the process for leaving the state of Fl while on felony probation.

You have to apply for permission to move, and you have to do so through the probation office. Contact your probation officer, and they can help...

Should I ask for a bill of particulars from the prosecutors in my DUI case?

A statement of particulars (or bill, if you like), is only available if you need details of what you are being charged with in order to prepare...

Can a girl thats 16 date a 20 year old ? also shes pregnant can her family press charges ?

It is lawful for someone up to 23 years to have sexual contact with a minor of 16 or 17. If she is not sure about her situation, she should seek...

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Can I go to jail in ohio for being in a car with someone that has drugs in the trunk of her car

You should repost this question in the Ohio section. In Florida- the state will need some sort of evidence that you had knowledge of the...