At What Point In My Case Does My Attorney Have Access To The Evidence?
Defendant Has To Plead Either Guilty Or Not Before Getting Discovery
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. Yes, and that is precisely why everyone charged with the criminal offense in the state of Florida or in the United […]
Why Do Lawyers Want To Talk To Me Before Telling Me The Legal Fee?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. One of the most aggravating aspects of practicing criminal defense law is when someone calls up and says, “How much do […]
Is Possession Of Marijuana Legal In Florida For Medical Use Now?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. This is going to be a shocker but Florida legalized medical marijuana back in the early 1990s by a court decision […]
What Does Burglary Of A Conveyance Mean?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. Burglary comes in many different forms. Florida does not have breaking and entering. Florida did a long time ago before I […]
How Much Time Will Someone Get For A Technical Violation Of Probation?
Legal fees for Violation of Community Control, House Arrest or Probation must be paid up front and in full. If you are looking for a lower legal fee without regard to quality, we are probably not the right legal group for you. Most misdemeanors are $3,500.00 and up while most felonies start at $5,000.00 to […]
Can I Get A Bail Bond On The Violation Of Probation?
That is an excellent question and one that I encounter often. The short answer is maybe. Now, the reason I say “maybe” is the type of violation and the location of the violation would be very important. For example, if it’s a violation in a misdemeanor case, you’re more likely to get a bond than […]
Your Clients Need Digital Erasure Now More Than Ever
You did a great job and your client’s case was dismissed. You promptly followed through with a record expunction. However, there is one collateral consequence where you are probably failing your client: Digital Erasure. “EraseMugshots.com has announced that they have created a new privacy solution that enables people to remove personal information from the internet. They […]
What Is Your Experience In Handling Murder Or Manslaughter Cases?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. My experience with defending murder, homicide, manslaughter crimes has changed significant over the years. When I first started practicing, July the […]
How Often Do You See Criminal Cases Going To Trial?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. About 1 per cent of all criminal cases end up actually going to trial and that is the number one reason […]