Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

what happens next?

my fiance was arrested back in june 4 2008, police say he was observed back in may 23 2008 selling $20 worth of marijuana to one of their informant. he as gone to court almost 3 times. and they don't want to let go of the informant that sold call bought it from him, they charged him with possession which it was dropped the first court appearance, all he as is still the intent to sell. he didn't do it and they even say it was in a location where he doesn't live. they are trying to offer him 2 years probation and 200 community hours. he doesn't want to take it cause he didn't do the crime. my question is what could actually happen if this 3rd time we go and the police still doesn't let go of the informant, how much longer could they keep this case open?


Asked on 9/18/08, 1:22 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Brown The Brown Law Firm

Re: what happens next?

First I would recommend your fiance hire an attorney immediately to properly protect his interests. Second, depending on what the actual charges were, your fiance has a right to a speedy trial unless he has previously waived this right. In many circumstances, a delay like what you have described is actually good for the Defendant.

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Answered on 9/18/08, 1:40 pm


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