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answered on Oct 25, 2018
Assuming no holds on your license, you are eligible for a business purpose only license as soon as you complete DUI level 1. If it is a second conviction within 5 years, you must take DUI level 2 and wait 1 year before seeking a BPO license.
So, essentially, I will lose driving benefits for an entire year?
Breathelizer was high, but I have multiple G/I problems. During my 20 minute resting/observation period I was allowed to lie on my back. Between the acid re flux issues, bleeding ulcers, and Esophageal varices... View More 
answered on Oct 12, 2018
If you have taken the breath test, you will lose your license for 6 months if it is s first offense. However, you are eligible for a business purpose only license once you sign up for DUI level one. If this is a second offense, you may wish to consult with the bureau of administrative review to... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2018
Pursuant to Florida Statutes, your driving privilege will be revoked upon the entry of a plea to DUI. The statute doesn't make any reference to your boating privileges.
My husband was accused by his former wife of heat her in 2011. That case was dismissed but because he overstayed his visa, ICE took him to a Immigration Facility. He had a trial and the Immigration judge grant him a Voluntary Departure. We are living in his home Country since then (7 years... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2018
Consultation with an immigration lawyer is your best option.
He was out on bond in St Lucie County & arrested in Indian River County. I cant bond him out & the original bondsman dropped bond so he wont FTA. He is in IRC jail. He has court in st lucie Oct 1 & court in IRC Oct 3. I dont know what to do.
answered on Sep 19, 2018
A new arrest is grounds to revoke the St Lucie County bond. In other words, even if you post the bond in Indian River, the prosecutor in St Lucie could ask the court to keep your boyfriend in jail until his trial date. By coming off the bond in St Lucie, your boyfriend is now receiving credit for... View More
What happened if a person hits a car but leaves the scene because they needed to go to work? He did not leave no insurance information or not he left but I got his tags info.
answered on Sep 18, 2018
If you are involved in an accident, you may not leave the scene until you have fulfilled the requirements of Florida statutes. If the property is unattended, you must leave your contact information at the scene. Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime. You may wish to report the matter to... View More
If the only way to give this permission is by granting said third-party power of attorney, could doing so potentially cause an issue in the future if the client is found guilty of his charges and wants to appeal this verdict
answered on Sep 17, 2018
You can always give permission for your lawyer to discuss the case with a third party; however, discussing client confidences could breach the attorney-client privilege.
Original charge was domestic battery it was dropped to simple battery. When filling out the application to get it sealed do I make the charge the simple battery since that is what it ended up being? It was a no contest plea with adjudication with held.
answered on Sep 17, 2018
Yes, the charge you pleaded to is the charge you are trying to seal. In order to seal, you can have no adjudications of guilt on your record.
He could be facing
answered on Sep 17, 2018
Assuming a downward departure from the guidelines, he could receive as little as probation. However, the guidelines suggest a minimum of prison to a maximum of life.
answered on Sep 14, 2018
6 months to one year in addition to any administrative suspension imposed for refusing a breath test or blowing over the legal limit. First time offenders are generally eligible for a business purpose only license.
State made it where I couldn't so right there that would be violating a constitution right on my part, because my side would of had it dropped since I was going against a cop that was in the wrong with misconduct I was pushed out of the whole case
answered on Sep 14, 2018
Your rights as a witness are limited to simply telling the truth. Remember, it is the State of Florida vs the Defendant. If you are a victim, the State will consider your wishes but not necessarily abide by such wishes.
answered on Sep 14, 2018
The behavior is illegal unless you have a Rx for the drugs.
While representing myself in an on-going case, I have been advised that pictorial evidence of used test kits cannot be afforded to me due to a strain tracking possibility. Is this true? Can this be done?
answered on Sep 14, 2018
Typically, experts are retained to determine the nature of controlled substances.
The charge is attempted murder dangerous depraved w/o premeditation. Mental illness runs in my family and he needs to be where he can get the help he needs. The victim isn't pressing charges and I'm the only witness. The defendant is my son.
answered on Sep 13, 2018
The public defender’s office represents those individuals who can not afford to retain a lawyer. If your son doesn’t have a lawyer, you should make an application to the court for the appointment of a public defender. He or she will act as your son’s “pro bono” lawyer. An attempted murder... View More
I feel my Google accnt.Has fallen into the wrong hands, and how legal is to use military tactics on a person, such as extracting info while sleeping,
she never showed up in court..nobody knows where she is..not even her attorney..don't want to cause her more trouble but don't want to cause myself trouble..am I aiding and abetting if I don't report my car as stolen? she had PTS ankle monitors tied to my address..she has been... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2018
She doesn't sound like much of a friend if she has taken your car and hidden her whereabouts. If the car is not returned when expected, it is time to report the matter to the police.
I feel my case is complicated and I might not be tried properly in court. I was arrested for selling marijuana over 20 grams and the state was trying to send me to prison because of my juvenile criminal history. I got scared so I fled . Its really complicated because I also violated my... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2018
You need to retain a lawyer in the jurisdiction where the crimes occurred. The lawyer will arrange your surrender to the court. The problem that you face is that you may be detained upon entry into the country. You may then face extradition to the state where the crimes occurred. Ultimately, you... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2018
It is difficult to tell unless you put the abbreviation in some context.
It has been over 3 years since I was convicted of my 1st and only dui and I am ready to get my license back... Do I still have to get the special FR44 insurance for 3 years?
answered on Sep 11, 2018
You may want check with the bureau of administrative review or your insurance company.
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