What are the typical steps in a criminal proceeding in Florida? | Amir Ladan | The Ladan Law Firm, P.A. | Over 30 Years of Combined Experience | Contact Us | 407-657-1555 | [ Ссылка ] | amir@ladanlaw.com | 121 S Orange Ave #1420 Orlando, FL 32801
Criminal cases in Florida have a very specific flow or process. For example, someone gets arrested, they go to jail, they post bond. If they don't post bond before initial appearance, they'll go before an initial appearance judge to verify that there was a basis for the arrest and make sure that a bond is set if it's a bondable offense. After the initial appearance, if the state attorney's office chooses to file formal charges or if the prosecuting entity chooses to file formal charges, you'll go before the court on what's called an arraignment. After an arraignment, which is a formal notice to you of what the charges are, your case will be scheduled for either a pre-trial conference or some type of docket sounding when you, your lawyer, the prosecutor and the judge will discuss the status of the case. These things take weeks and sometimes they even take months in more serious offenses. Consult with your attorney about what you can expect from him or her as it relates to the timetable of your case, what each of these proceedings might require of you, and how you can best assist your attorney in making sure that you're well-prepared for those various appearances.
