To “rely on” has multiple meanings. Of course you can trust the PD to handle the case. But there are different levels and ways to defend any case....

If you are ready for trial, your lawyer can file a demand for speedy trial. This would require the court to promptly hold a hearing to set the case...

The quoted part leaves out the county where the offense supposedly happened. However, venue is not an essential element. Other than that, it sets...

If just arrested for a domestic battery, the arrestee in St Lucie County must first go to first appearance before bond is set. Other reasons bond...

Like most domestic situations yours is complicated. All of the complications must be considered in whether to go to trial. Whether the charge is a...

Every day in jail counts against the charge or charges for which a person is in jail. This includes weekends and holidays.

Be careful what you wish for. In making your motion you might obtain an enforceable restriction. At present you are at risk due to the vague and...

The $100,000 may refer to the bond amount. The Nebbia may refer to a requirement that the defense establish a legitimate source for the funds used...

If you have an attorney already, ask him/her. That lawyer should be familiar with the overall scenario. If you don’t have confidence in your...

In the first instance, this question should be directed to the lawyer handling the case. All criminal cases in St Lucie County have docket call...