If the witnesses and the victim do not show up for pre-trial is this grounds for a dissmisal?

This does not necessarily result in a dismissal as the State could try to request a continuance to obtain these witnesses depending on the severity...

What steps do i need to take when a vop happens?

Ask your P.O. for a notice to appear so you have an opportunity to explain to the court that you can not pay. You can not be violated for...

I have a friend being charged with selling marijuana and possession of a controlled substance, best possible outcome?

Often, it will be determined by the prosecutor having the case but as first time charge of a 3rd degree felony he's got a good shot at...

It means there could be changes to the witnesses that are being called. Your attorney can advise as to whether this will prejudice you in any way....

I was detained for shoplifting in Orlando, police called, not arrested. Told would get supoena in mail.

Since there was no arrest, you do not get the benefit of speedy trial time frames and the statute of limitations applies in your case. The State...

What action can you take against a public defender who has lied and deceived you.

I think that may depend on what the lie and deceit are. If you received a sentence you didn't expect or you weren't aware of certain defenses, for...

My son has been charged with robbery with firearm. He was out on bond for grand theft. He is 19.

I agree with my colleague that an attorney in this area will not be cheap but it could be money well spent. A case such as this carries with it up...

My case was a No Action and was expunged.......can I get my arrest record remove from mugshot.com

You have to pay them. It's why they keep the mugshots in the first place.

Your record is viewable until it is expunged. You have to physically have it removed. You can answer the questions correctly and I don't think...

Can a disposed case that ultimately ended as ADJUDICATION OF GUILT WITHHELD be appealed or dismissed years later?

It will likely take you just as long to go through the process to re-open a case, provided you can do so, as it would to go through the expunge...