Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

twice charged!

can i be charged with two different charges for 1 crime? i had 1 script at pharmacy for methadone, and was charged with obtaining by fraud and uttering a forged instrument.


Asked on 5/30/09, 3:46 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: twice charged!

Yes and there are probably a few more you could have been charged with as well. If you are interested in hiring a lawyer please call my office this weekend.

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Answered on 5/30/09, 7:03 am
Aaron Slavin Slavin Law Firm, LLC

Re: twice charged!

Yes. As long as each crime has a different element of proof, there is no double jeopardy problem. I agree with Ms. Masters that you could have been charged with additional crimes as well. You'll probably want to consult an attorney in your area.

Good luck.

Aaron J. Slavin, Esq.

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Answered on 5/30/09, 10:02 am


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