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I ask why is court reporter way on the other side of the room and not taking notes. To record our meeting we had in the middle of the court room, During deliberation. It was me my pd state atty an the judge. No court reporter. Before trial started my pd and me had a meeting in attys booth.... View More 
answered on Aug 9, 2020
Yes, the judge can talk to the jury without wearing the robe. The robe is just cosmetic.
My HOA retaliated against me after being caught using my water in my property. At the same time my fence which was being replace was installed improperly, and it was fixed, did not allow me to extend it like other neighbors. They added a lien on my property after I sent my HOA dues and refuse to... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2020
It doesn't appear to involve a federal question, so no, you can't sue in federal court.
Drugs were found however on a table near guest. Wouldent that be evidence against the occupant of that dwelling?
answered on Jul 13, 2020
If the police can, in writing, articulate reasons to support probable cause to arrest the guest, then it is a legal arrest, but of course the evidence may or may not be enough to convict. If they cannot articulate sufficient reasons, it's a false arrest, which should not only lead to the... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2020
There exists no phrase "corpus elicit" in the law, and probably nowhere else. Do you mean "corpus delecti"?
If so, that means "body of the crime" and means the evidence sufficient to prove a crime occurred. It would be unusual to use that phrase in a civil... View More
She told my parents now that she is pregnant she is emancipated. They told her she needs to go to court first to get emancipated but she refused and left. Is that true we live in Florida. Do my parents need to file a runaway child case with the police. Will they get in trouble if she misses... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2020
No, she is not emancipated simply because she is pregnant. See
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0743/0743ContentsIndex.html&StatuteYear=2019&Title=%2D%3E2019%2D%3EChapter%20743
Your parents certainly may advise the... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2020
It depends. Propaganda is defined as a " concerted set of messages aimed at influencing the opinions or behavior of large numbers of people". If you repeatedly shout "Fire!" in a crowded theater with the intent to cause a panic, as an example from a famous court case goes, you... View More
do i have all legal rights to drive "slow" through them AFTER giving them ample warnings and time to move. Now lets say i do drive and these people turn violent. do i just "floor" it and plow through them? Central Fl.
answered on Jun 4, 2020
Go around. If, hypothetically, the "turn violent", what you might do would depend on the circumstances. But the best advice would be for you to avoid the situation.
My sister was a drug user and my grandmother who has dimensia, bailed her out and presumed to live with us. Keep in mind shes very manipulative. I was in my own room and she was drinking might had done coke to unsure. She started beating on my bedroom door and I opened it to see whats going on. She... View More
answered on May 21, 2020
Defend yourself against what? You said the officers left without arresting you, and I assume you mean they also did not give you any notice to appear in court. Also, from your description, it does not sound like the type of police case where they will be in on-going investigation to determine if... View More
there is No Probable Cause declaration on file with the Court signed by a Judicial Officer within 48 hours of arrest, No Probable Cause Documents on file with the Court and an unsigned PCD is submitted in evidence in a Federal 1983 proceeding 2 years later- Is this a 4th Amendment Due Process... View More
answered on May 12, 2020
You appear to have answered your own question and prepared to go forward...so I am uncertain as to what it is that you are asking for. My best advice to you is to retain a criminal lawyer to assist you in proceeding.
My landlord is doing some shady things I live in a apartment complex ran by a slumlord and I looked into the cares act and know that I cannot be evicted for the 120 day period due to the loan being federally backed, they also are legal not allowed to charge late fees to my understanding, or send... View More
answered on May 6, 2020
From what you relate it could be possible that one or more of your neighbors have cause to seek legal assistance; but you state no facts about yourself, so I cannot answer.
Hello, so I have a relative who has a son that is in house arrest. He has the ankle monitor and meets with his probation officer. He is a minor so therefore he has no access to internet unless for school and cannot have contact with minors and cannot leave the house. He has his mother watching... View More
answered on May 5, 2020
The conditions of probation continue until they expire by their terms or the judge changes them.
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answered on Apr 26, 2020
In 2018, after a 19-year-old carried out a mass school shooting in Parkland, Florida, the state enacted a law prohibiting minors under age 21 from purchasing firearms. The law also prohibits licensed dealers from making or facilitating the sale or transfer of a firearm to a person under 21 years of... View More
On March 15, I went into a local Pinellas County Pawn Shop and was denied my 2nd amendment right to purchase a firearm because my Concealed Weapons License stated that I was White. The Pawn Shop salesman stated that I "Looked black to him" and "There's a black guy standing in... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2020
You may have a case. More facts would be needed. Of course if the employee denied you service on the basis that your identification did not match your picture on the concealed weapons permit then they may have a non discriminatory reason for denying you service. More facts are needed. Discuss with... View More
We are having a debate about governor powers over the state.
answered on Apr 14, 2020
Yes, he probably can. Start your discussion by reviewing the governor's order; I believe it sets forth his statutory authority.
answered on Apr 11, 2020
That question is above my pay grade. To my knowledge, it has not been decided yet, but it probably would depend upon the details of the ban.
He's been in since the age of 17 for robbery. What can I do to try and get a reduced sentence? We are inclined to believe that sentence is excessive therefore violating the 8th amendment
answered on Mar 4, 2020
You are not providing any factual information necessary to make determinations as to whether the punishment herein violates the 8th Amendment. You should seek a lawyer immediately and have this file thoroughly reviewed.
Defense allowed Motion in Limine for co conspirator. Public def stated in court "I have not researched this case I am not ready for trial" 3 days trial began. I was DENIED hiring private council due to court imposed time constraints. Perjury by witness/victim. Burglary with mask. Battery... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2020
What's the question? Whether you are entitled to the appointment of counsel in postconviction proceedings?
No. The Sixth Amendment right to counsel does not extend to postconviction proceedings. However, if a trial court sets your postconviction motion for hearing, the court will often... View More
can person B sue to FL circuit court? does FL state court has jurisdiction over this case?
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answered on Feb 18, 2020
That will depend on the facts and circumstances. There may be situations where it’s appropriate and justified.
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answered on Feb 18, 2020
Florida is a “two party” state. Both the recorder and recordeee have to consent, whether or not it’s discretely done.
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