Is this illegal ?

Chris is correct. Whether charges are dropped is not up to a probation officer. Only the state can do that. He should hire an attorney right Way...

Is filing a brief in a minor traffic case a good idea?

It is probably overkill. There is no guarantee the judge will even read it before trial. Go in prepared with your case and that will do .

If you motion for a continuance, how does that affect your right to a speedy trial?

Requesting a continuance stops your speedy trial time clock. If it is requested by the defense. Sometimes the court will ask for a later date due...

ORC 2945.71 Time For Trial... Can someone expand on section (B)(2) of this code?

Brought to trial means that the trial jury or bench is set and has begun prior to the 90 days. You would not necessarily have to have the case...

Roomate in jail i will go and ask the judge to drop the charges for assalt against him from the state. when will he be released

It is up to the judge. Once the charges are filed, you cannot drop them. The state may do so as you will not be a great witness for them. Most...

My boyfriend was indicted on five counts of felonious assault, one tampering with evidence and weapons under disability he has

He has a good chance of a prison term. In addition if he committed this current offense while on bond or probation for another offense he could be...

Do not talk to law enforcement. Nothing you tell them will help you but everything you say will be used against you. Assert your 5th amendment...