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Tag Archives: Trial

Tampa Criminal Appeals Attorney – 3.850 Motion

Many Tampa criminal appeals attorneys are questioned about what someone can do when they believe their criminal defense attorney made a mistake.  Ultimately, many individuals who are found either guilty of trial or end up in Florida State Prison after a plea bargain feel as though their Tampa criminal defense attorney either made a mistake […]

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Tampa Criminal Lawyer: Will a Judge or a Jury try my criminal case?

Tampa criminal lawyers are often questioned about who will ultimately decide whether they are guilty or innocent during their criminal trial.  In criminal cases, the defendant can request a bench trial or a jury trial. Many Tampa criminal lawyers will recommend their clients waive their Constitutional right to a jury trial in very narrow situations. […]

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What happens during a Case Management Conference?

Few hearings confuse folks involved in a Tampa family law case the elusive case management conference.  As a Tampa family law attorney, I am asked more often about what is going to happen during a case management conference than any other hearing.  I believe much of the confusion is derived by the name of the […]

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What is a deposition?

A deposition is a tool of discovery for Tampa trial attorneys to use during litigation. During a deposition, a deponent (the person being asked the questions) is placed under oath by the court reporter, or a notary if they’re appearing via telephone.  During the deposition, an attorney will ask the deponent multiple questions concerning the […]

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Should I talk to the police about my case?

This is one of the most common questions posed to Tampa criminal attorneys. It seems as though it’s a natural inclination for people to want to tell their side of the story and talk to the police. Out of the thousands and thousands of criminal cases I’ve worked, I have never seen anyone ever talk […]

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Can I see the Field Sobriety Exercises, I completed?

Tampa driving under the influence attorneys are often asked about the specifics of the field sobriety exercises completed during a DUI arrest.   In short, generally yes, the field sobriety exercises, more commonly referred to as FSEs, are videoed by the overwhelming majority of law enforcement agencies in the greater Tampa area. The exercise will be […]

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Brandon Drug Attorneys: What is My Judge Like?

The overwhelming majority of individuals charged with a criminal offense in Florida always ask the Brandon drug attorneys of Hackworth Law about the specifics of their judge.  Frankly unless the case goes to trial, your judge will have very little impact on your case since the plea will be an agreement between the parties, rather than […]

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What is the normal timetable for a divorce?

Tampa divorce attorneys are constantly asked about the timetable for a divorce case.  It is important to remember a few things during consideration of the divorce timetable.  First, court cases by their nature take a significant amount of time – things do not move quickly in court.  Secondly, many times ensuring the case is adequately […]

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What occurs at First Appearance or PP Court?

First appearance court provides most individuals with their first ever experience in a criminal courtroom.  Tampa criminal defense attorneys are often ask what happens at the court date after an individual is arrested.  The first court date goes by a ton of names, including but not limited to first appearance, PP court, advisory court, etc.  […]

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Tampa Juvenile Criminal Attorneys-differences between juvenile and adult court?

Tampa Juvenile Criminal Attorneys are constantly asked by juveniles and their parents what court is going to be like, as opposed to adult court.  Many of the State Attorney’s Offices throughout the Tampa Bay Area are incredibly aggressive in prosecuting juvenile cases, while also pursuing and seeking strenuous programs.  There are three (3) primary differences between […]

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