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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: What happens if i struck someone forcing their way in my gate after i gave 3 verbal warning to leave and i have signs up
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 27, 2020

Nothing, but I would imagine that the person you struck will probably file charges. The charges will be dependent on whether the state attorney believes the allegations that will be made against. You should keep a list of witnesses and probably hire a lawyer to defend you...that lawyer should... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Hello! i'm a 17 year old who's currently dating a 19 year old and some problems have arose with my dad. Please help!!!

Like i said i'm 17 and they are 19. With this quarantine going on i am out of school, and currently have a lot of time on my hands so what do i do? i spend time with my significant other. We of course stay inside and are safe about the current pandemic going on and my mother knows about my... View More

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 25, 2020

There is nothing in your story that would suggest either a criminal or juvenile law...This sounds like a daddy-daughter issue and/or a mommy-daddy issue.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Disposition released?

Charge Sequence: 1

Bond Amount: $0

Offense Type: FELONY

Charge Type: STATE

Disposition: RELEASED

Release Date: N/A

Charge Description: THEFT GRAND, FROM DWELL OR CURTILAGE, $100- $750

Bond Note: N/A

What does any of this mean? Are they getting released?

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 25, 2020

You should communicate with the local court clerk and ask about the specifics of the case you are inquiring about. You could also communicate with the lawyer that represented you...

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: I broke up with my girlfriend 1 1/2 months ago. I stated that I want no contact from her. She respected that until

Today. She sent me a card with a money order for $40 that she owes me. I called her and told her that I want no more contact and I told her that I’m sending the $40 back. She emailed me that now she wants no more contact from me. Can I still mail her back the $40 with no letter or anything else... View More

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 24, 2020

Both of you need to grow up and start acting like adults...give the forty dollars to a needy person or entity...and stop acting like an oversized baby...

For the legal question...your sending the forty dollars back is not a harrassment.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for Florida on
Q: I have s lawyer for the idenity theft. He has already had a restraining order issued years ago and charges in ga

His girlfriend and others he pays have tampered with 2 cars my landlord and jobs. I spent all day debugging my house my car and I am afraid

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 23, 2020

I am not sure what your question is. If I understand your ramblings, you should contact Local Law Enforcement and report the allegations that you have concerning this lawyer or anyone who is engaging in the type of conduct that you are suggesting.

4 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: I just got a petit theft and have 2 previous with 1hold adjudication. How can I get probation

I am also on disability, where can I find pro bono help or just give me your opinion.

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 23, 2020

You are probably eligible for the services of the Public Defenders Office or you can call the Florida Bar...

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: If I leave Fl to live in NY immediately after my release from prison, under 775.261, must I register at DHSMV also?

The DHSMV is closed due to Corona virus. I need to know if I can still leave without incurring criminal charges.

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 19, 2020

A copy of 775.261 can be found at (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0775/Sections/0775.261.html).

DHSMV is available for registering yourself...be careful...A career offender who fails to register; who fails, after registration, to...
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4 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: i was arrested for petty theft I have proof that it was not me but it’s been 4 months with no court date what can I do
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 18, 2020

Your first step should be to hire a competent lawyer to represent you...

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: My child is 18 and they put him on hold for something he did as a minor will he be charged?
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 20, 2020

YOUR QUESTION IS VERY VAGUE...CONTACT LOCAL LAWYER A.S.A.P.

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Possible arrest warrant and how would you handle this situation

My question involves criminal law for the state of: Florida. I work as Uber driver and a customer left their phone in my car. I contacted Uber so I could get a hold of the person. The person called me and advised I would like to give them the phone back but I asked if they could at least give me... View More

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 16, 2020

I do not agree with my colleagues...However, stop talking to police, get a lawyer and have him represent you...The person who left the phone in your car should have his property returned to him and you have offered to do so...

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4 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: My friend sold me some stuff that was stolden I didn't Kno it and I got a pawn loan and now I got a proble cause warrant

Do I need a lawyer or wat do I do

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 13, 2020

Get a lawyer and do not make any voluntary statements to law enforcement

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Florida on
Q: If someone pleads no contest to aggravated stalking, can they get it sealed? If so, would the victim know/have a say

I was able to view the record last year on my county public records search, but now the record is no longer there when I search the name

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 12, 2020

The issue is whether you get a withhold of adjudication and whether you have any other history...whether you plead no contest or plead guilty is irrelevant

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: For obstruction by disguise; Doesn't the officer have to identify himself as a officer? He was plain clothed.

She gave a fake name when he came to the door. He didn't say he was an officer.

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 12, 2020

I am not to sure what your question is/are; and what the point of this question is...please rephrase your query...

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4 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can you have a disorderly conduct with probation record from 2014 expunged if you had a cannabis charge expungemen at 19
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 11, 2020

One and done...everyone has to step up and be responsible...you just have to man up now...

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: How should I proceed when arrest is result of police retaliation?

Long story short, I was involved in a physical relationship with a cop in 2017. We only met when he was on duty and I quickly ended things upon realizing he was married. He didn't like that I guess and began showing up at a lot of places I was at and looking for a reason to ticket or arrest me... View More

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 11, 2020

First and foremost, contact a local lawyer...the allegations contained in your summary are very disturbing...Contacting FDLE with these allegations is a possibility, as is a complaint through the internal affairs of the agency which employs this officer.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: How much time in jail is =to 2 years felony probation. If you have 96 dys in county .court is thismonthTime served or??

Person violated probation on dirty urine test probation is off table.

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 11, 2020

I'm not sure that I understand your question...any time that you serve in relation to the charges are given as time served...Ask your lawyer or consult with a local lawyer...

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: How do I find a lawyer that does probono work for a win win situation

3850 Motion ground 1.illegal use of a CSS Sting Ray tracking device officers admitted to using device without a warrant. PLEASE my Family needs help

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 10, 2020

Your message is a little confusing...you mention 3850 (which means that you have probably been convicted of something resulting from this situation); and you also mention a CSS Sting Ray Tracking Device that was used by the officers.

What are you asking?

Ultimately, you are also...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Florida on
Q: Does Rico F.S. 895.03 (3) and conspiracy to commit Rico required identical elements of proof?
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 10, 2020

To prove the crime of Unlawfully Conducting/Participating in an Enterprise, the State must prove the following three elements beyond a reasonable doubt:

1. (Defendant) was [employed by] [associated with] an enterprise.

2. (Defendant) [conducted] [participated in], directly or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Civil Rights and Elder Law for Florida on
Q: Can you get a retrail if you have a mental disabilty or blea
Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 9, 2020

You are not providing sufficient information to give you an honest answer...

2 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: I’m 15 and I’ll turn 16 in less then a month. I got 2 tickets and I’m being sent to court.Can I go alone to court in fl?

I got two tickets for speeding in a school zone and driving without a license. I’m getting my permit next week. The police officer gave me a court date, can I go to court alone In Broward county or at least bring my friend whose 18 without letting my parents know?

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
answered on Mar 5, 2020

Get a lawyer and talk to your family

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