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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Got DWI in NC with NC driver license. Still have FL license active what happens if I move to florida and drive?

DWI in NC gives me an automatic 1-yr license suspension, but I got the DWI while using my NC license. I found out that my FL drivers license is still active (was not taken away when I got the NC license), and I'm planning to move back to Florida. Will the NC DWI be on my FL record? What... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Aug 4, 2015

If you have a suspended license in NC you also have a suspended license in FL.

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2 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: My landlord filed eviction what happens if I don't go to court?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Aug 4, 2015

You'll be evicted.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: My boyfriend is 21 im turning 18 soon.if i run away at 18 will there be problems for me and my boyfriend?

Can i have problems if my mom presses charges against my 21 year old boyfriend. . For leaving the house without her permission at 18 ? Can we both have problems?

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Aug 4, 2015

Once you are 18 you are free to do any legal activity you want without anyone's permission.

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2 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Florida on
Q: can my roommate sue me for leaving the trash open without informing her, and her dog ate the food inside the trash?

my roommate and I have had the house rule agreements on the day before she moved in. one of the rules was the dog cannot stay downstair by himself. he must be under her watch. last nite, i was cleaning the kitchen and left the trash open. but i told my roommate i left the house and the dog was... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Aug 4, 2015

I have no idea what she would sue you for, but I do know that it would cost a lot of money to get nothing in return.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: Can an employer force you to be in charge of a temporary employee even though you are not in a leadership role

I am having my job threatened if I do not direct this temporary employee on a daily basis and the employer is trying to hold me responsible if the temporary employee dose not get their job functions complete. I am not being compensated by said employer and I am in know way in any type of leadership... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Aug 4, 2015

Barring any employment terms to the contrary, the answer is yes.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: I was just let go of my job of 16 years. would like to know if im entitaled to recive my vacation pay
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 28, 2015

It depends on the way your vacation pay is earned. However, the likely answer is "yes". Call an employment/discrimination attorney as soon as possible.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: If I was charged with a seconddegree felony an the person. Drops all charges an it's my first offence what will happen

Somehow it was stated I ran her foot over I wasn't even driving an the cops didn't see me in the car at any point an time

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 28, 2015

The individual cannot drop the charges, only the state can. You can face some stiff consequences; you should really consider retaining a criminal defense attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: boy 29 girl 17 boy breaks upgirl mad accuses him of rape what are the chances of boy getting in trouble
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 28, 2015

Chances are really high. Speak to a criminal defense attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can a person attack a handicapped male with the intent to do injury?

I am a handicapped (above knee amputee) male 53 living in cocoa Fla. I had a male in is 40's attacked me in a manor to inflect in bodily harm against me. he did swing and all i did was block it and injured my finger (Skin taken off).

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 27, 2015

They can, but it wouldn't be legal. You can seek criminal and civil charges.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Does 23+ non-emergency calls to police, all unfounded {emphasis added}, qualify as harassment?

So after getting the NP PD record department to run a search from 10-2013 to present My inclinations were correct, 23+ calls & not so much as warning just multiple violations of my RIGHTS, nothing much I guess! Apparently this couple across the street now has taken to another branch of... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 27, 2015

Maybe, but you would need to contact them. Attorneys are prohibited from soliciting business.

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1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: Is it an infringement on the Devil's Cut (whiskey) trademark to use Devil's Cut as the title of a fictional book?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Probably not, but you should consult with an IP lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: Can landlords turn off power before they start a legall eviction?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Not legally.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: I am thinking about signing a lease for an apt. in Florida for my grown daughter as her credit is not good.

Because of this, it will appear that I am the one living in it. If she causes any kind of problem while there, am I liable?

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Yes.

1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for Florida on
Q: Can I use SHOT in my business name?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

sure.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Florida on
Q: Signed lease for a Feb vacation rental and prepaid.Owner sold home and now advises deal is off. Do I have any recourse?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Yes, contact a lawyer immediately.

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for Florida on
Q: Can an elderly person under florida law be denied visitation rights with his married spouse if he/she is in a nursing ho
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

This may be a violation of the nursing home rights. You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: my fiance have a visa is about to expire what can I do to help her
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 26, 2015

Take her to see an immigration attorney.

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