Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: Absconder

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It is up to the court where you were sentenced. Most likely, you will at least have to return to Florida to answer to the charges which may have been filed as a result of your actions or alternatively, hire an attorney to appear in your place. This will most likely not be able to be taken care of over the telephone or by mail. An attorney might be able to make some arrangements to transfer your probation to Texas, but there is certainly no guarantee.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.