Port Orange, FL asked in Criminal Law for Florida

Q: What am I able to do legally, if I am currently on probation in FL. But, I have open warrants in CO?

Before moving to FL 2 years ago, I was on probation in CO. I moved from CO to FL because I was living on the streets, and starting to get into bad habits. I moved to FL to get my life back on track. When I first got to FL I was still drinking a lot, and ended up getting a felony battery charge, and am on a two year probation sentence in FL. I will be done with probation in June of 2021. I am on probation in FL, and have 3 active warrants in CO. So I am unable to get/keep a job because I cant pass a background check. I have kept myself out of trouble for almost 2 years now, and I need to know what I can do to clear my active warrants in CO, if there is anything I can do. Short of paying 10,000 dollars for a lawyer. Because, like I said, I can't even get a job at Krispy Kreme...I am stuck and really need some advice, any help will be greatly appreciated. If you need more information I can glady give it to you...Thank you so much for reading, and God Bless!

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Leonard Louis Cagan
Leonard Louis Cagan
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Ocala, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: You are going to need to speak to an attorney in CO about those charges. Depending on what the charges are, there may be a way to take care of them or fight them without you having to go back. An attorney who is local to where the charges originated may be willing to take a look at them and tell you what your options are. You need someone familiar with CO law and local procedures. Actions that pre-date your probation should not violate you. I's better to inquire now than to wait. Then you can make some informed decisions.

Henry George Ferro agrees with this answer

Henry George Ferro
Henry George Ferro
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Ocala, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: You need to get a lawyer in Colorado. He/she will be able to guide you best.

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