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A vop evidentiary hearing and rescheduled it twice now. How long can they hold him in jail without actually charging or convicted him of the violations. And they have charges on his score sheet that aren't his, my father hasn't been in trouble in 36 years besides a traffic ticket.... View More 
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answered on Sep 28, 2024
It sounds like your issue is very fact-specific, and I would encourage you to engage with a criminal defense attorney to dig in and figure it out.
Generally, a conviction comes with a confinement sentence that is suspended (probation). Think, for a misdemeanor, one year in jail, suspended,... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2024
If I understand your question correctly, I think you are asking if a regional conflict counsel is better than a public defender.
Generally, and attorney, office, or firm can have a conflict of interest representing multiple individuals in the same case. In criminal law, that means... View More
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answered on Aug 30, 2024
This can be a dangerous situation for the individual that is governed by the restraining order. Generally, a typical order will likely state the individual is to make no contact and, if contacted, the individual is not to respond. If there is a basis for a reciprocal injunction, that may be sought.... View More
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answered on May 22, 2024
That depends on the circumstances of each individual case, but it can be. There are often more lenient rules when an employer, rather than the State, seeks to conduct a search. Some factors to your question include, but are not limited to: what type of employer, reason for the search, location of... View More
My brother got pulled over for his tint (too dark), they called a k9 for an air sniff, got a hit. Nothing in the car but he has 900g of ice on his person which they found after the car was searched bc the dog got a hit off him I’m guessing?? Ik it’s pretty bleak I’m just trying to get an idea... View More
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answered on May 13, 2024
Drug trafficking cases certainly are serious, but very complex. So, there is much to challenge. That’s why it’s important to work with the right lawyer early to review the entire case and give the best advice. If it was a reactive stop (actually because of the tint), one potential issue is... View More
They later dropped the theft and now I have a drug charge is that still possible
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Generally, yes. If law enforcement is legally conducting a search concerning one offense, and while doing so find evidence of another offense within the scope of the legal search, that can be charged. Even if the original offense is dropped.
However, you mentioned you may not have been... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
The answer varies, but depending on the specific facts, the consequences could be quite serious. This includes potential jail time, fines, costs, and more. There may also be a negative impact on your driving privileges. There are ancillary costs too, such as increased insurance rates, higher... View More
I have a length of abuse with my ex-husband, who was a marine, and when I was in, he abused me, and I sent him to jail at the state that we were located at Everett, Washington, and that’s how the Navy was involved in it not only that I had issues with my ex cutting my military issued ID. I had an... View More
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answered on Feb 29, 2024
From what you’ve provided, it appears you are prior service Navy and were administratively discharged with something other than an Honorable characterization of service, causing you to be ineligible for certain veteran benefits.
If that is the case, you may be able to seek an upgrade of... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2024
Generally, a person can file pro se (on their own), or through their attorney. Another person would have no standing because he or she is not a party or legal representative of a party. Instead, the decision would be whether to remain with the PD, or hire private counsel.
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answered on Nov 28, 2024
That depends on several factors, but generally the investigation will take as long as the prosecution wants to build its case. That’s why it’s important to engage a lawyer early. That lawyer can reach out to the prosecution on your behalf to get you answers and to work to resolve the case... View More
A judge is Palm Beach County is trying to stop me as a pro se from proving the Prosecutor committed Fraud on the Court. Looking for someone to review my Fraud on the Court filing and the supporting evidence. I will pay you for your time even if you do not take the case.
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answered on Jan 15, 2024
I don’t believe I can adequately answer your question at this point. I think I understand where you want to get to, but I would need more information to determine what the issue is and whether I could be of help. I am happy to schedule a call to learn more and see if I could be of any subsequent... View More
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