×
Go back to Martindale-Avvo ➔

Florida Law Enforcement Legal Questions

Want a good answer? Ask a thorough question starting with "Who, What, When, How, Will I or Do I".
Then, add details. This will help you get a quicker and better answer.
Question field is required
Explanation field is required
A valid US zip code is required Validating the Zip Code.
Question type field is required
Question type field is required
1
Ask a Question
2
Details
3
Submit
1
Ask a Question
2
Submit
Fullname is required
A valid email address is required.
Receive a follow-up from lawyers after your question is answered
A valid phone number is required
Select the best time for you to receive a follow-up call from a lawyer after your question is answered. (Required field)
to
Invalid Time

*Required fields

Question
Description
By submitting your question, you understand and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy for use of the site. Do not include any personal information including name, email or other identifying details in your question or question details. An attorney-client relationship is not being established and you are not a prospective client of any attorney who responds to your question. No question, answer, or discussion of any kind facilitated on this site is confidential or legal advice. Questions answered are randomly selected based on general consumer interest and not all are addressed. Questions may display online and be archived by Martindale-Hubbell.
7 legal questions have been posted about law enforcement by real users in Florida. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include police misconduct. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.
Florida Law Enforcement Questions & Legal Answers
Do you have any Florida Law Enforcement questions and need some legal advice or guidance? Ask a Lawyer to get an answer or read through our 7 previously answered Florida Law Enforcement questions.
Law Enforcement
Florida

Recent Legal Answers

I got weed taken but was never charged, afraid I’m being watched.

Answered 5 years ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There's a lot of issues relative to the legality of the entry into your room. 8 oz of weed and wax are felonies, so I wouldn't think they would simply ignore it. Did the police leave it, or seize it? You could get lucky, but I don;t think this is over. Speak with an attorney. Good Luck.
There's a lot of issues relative to the legality of the entry into your room. 8 oz of weed and wax are felonies, so I wouldn't think they would... Read More

If someone has a warrant and goes to the hospital to have a baby will they get arrested

Answered 5 years and a month ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
In my experience, hospitals don't monitor criminal records before delivering health care. Many hospital employess (nurses, doctors) resist assisting law enforcement when arrestees are taken for blood draws in DUI cases, and have been arrested for it themselves. Good luck.
In my experience, hospitals don't monitor criminal records before delivering health care. Many hospital employess (nurses, doctors) resist assisting... Read More

How long can an inmate be held in a detention center without being sentenced? My son has been in jail for 9 months and dates keeps pushing back

Answered 5 years and a month ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Your son's lawyer should have the answer. We don't know anything about your son's case.
Your son's lawyer should have the answer. We don't know anything about your son's case.

Is there a statute of limitations for police brutality,

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has held that a 42 U.S.C. § 1983 action filed by a person in Florida has a four-year statute of limitations. The Court’s holding reversed a Florida federal district court’s dismissal of a civil rights complaint that alleged assault by a guard upon the prisoner complainant. According to the complaint, guard Jeremy Lester destroyed thee legal mail and personal property of Pinellas County Jail prisoner Johnny E. Ellison in March 2004. While Ellison was handcuffed, Ellison was assaulted by Lester, charged the complaint. The complaint also charged other guards failed to intervene. Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1915(e), the district court dismissed the complaint as untimely. It found the statute of limitations was governed by Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(g), which provides a one-year statute of for “action[s] brought by or on behalf of a prisoner… relating to the conditions of the prisoner’s confinement.” The Eleventh Circuit, however, held that federal court’s apply their forum state’s statute of limitations for personal injury actions to actions brought under § 1983. Thus, the four-year limitations period in § 95.11(3) Applies to § 1983 claims arising in Florida. See: Ellison v. Lester, 275 Fed. Appx. 900 (11th Cir. 2008). Prison Legal News... Read More
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has held that a 42 U.S.C. § 1983 action filed by a person in Florida has a four-year statute of... Read More

in Florida can a felon be with someone that owns a gun in the same house

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Irrespective of your animal control issues, it is lawful to live in the same house, provided the firearm is not accessible to the felon. Firearm must be locked up, securely encased and unable to be possessed by the felon. https://www.duilawdefense.com/criminal-defense/gun-crimes/  
Irrespective of your animal control issues, it is lawful to live in the same house, provided the firearm is not accessible to the felon. Firearm must... Read More

I was caught in a stinG operation I was not arrested or detained and let go

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It sounds like you were scammed, not stung by the police. If she was a cop, you would have been arrested. She managed to take your money and nothing else. Lesson learned. If you want to learn more, follow this link.
It sounds like you were scammed, not stung by the police. If she was a cop, you would have been arrested. She managed to take your money and nothing... Read More

I’m in demonstrator for a store They accuse me of stealing samples from my job it’s not the stores product my company. Do I have a case I am black

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Jonathan Burton Blecher (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
What does your race have to do with this?
What does your race have to do with this?
Law Enforcement
Florida

Helpful Resources