Sentencing

It depends on the judge, the prosecutor, and the facts of the case. Extortion is a Level 6 felony which means it does not carry a mandatory prison...

The defendeny is charged with 2cts of burglary/w assault,battery, and a petit theft. What does this mean:

I agree with my colleagues that this person absolutely needs an experienced attorney. Burglary with Assault/Battery is a first-degree felony...

Can I opt out of the misdemeanor intervention program in Tampa fl if I've already gotten in and assigned community service?

You should be able to opt out, but unless you plan to fight the charge, the deal probably isn't going to get any sweeter. If the case is diverted...

Dui reduced to reckless driving do i still need to go to dui school in order to get my license

Yes. As I'm sure you are aware, your license will be administratively suspended for a period of one year as a result of your refusal to submit to...

Do I need to wait on till the time is up ?

It depends on the reason for your suspension. I'm guessing it was for a drug-related conviction? If so, it is my understanding you would be...

Is a D.U.I. from over 10 years ago in FL, considered a felony or a misdemeanor and is it a conviction if asked on an application

Your best bet is to contact the clerk's office in the county in which you pled to the DUI and request a "certified judgment and sentence." ...

How much time in jail am I facing for a 3rd degree felony for failure to retur leased merchandise with no priors on my record?

Your attorney can also speak with the prosecutor assigned to your case about reducing the charge to a misdemeanor and allowing you to complete the...

Yes. But if a person sells the narcotics directly to a CI outside the presence of law enforcement, the State must call the CI as a witness in order...

If dectective statement sworn in on 2nd but wrote and signed on 3rd can this be surpressed

Most judges would consider this a clerical error, which, in and of itself, would not be a valid basis for suppression. The conflict may support an...

Pinellas County does not take these types of charges lightly, but if you and your attorney can offer any mitigation, you should present that to the...