What can I do to get the state’s attorney to either drop charges or proceed with the case?
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What can I do to get the state’s attorney to either drop charges or proceed with the case?
I was arrested over 3 1/2 years ago for possession, grand theft, and other. About 9 months later, I was sent to diversion and told to pay restitution and do community service. Then 11 months ag, the state said I was not accepted into diversion because I have not completed the requirements. Since then the state’s attorney has put off my court dates each week. What can I do? This has caused a pause in my life and I cannot affored a lawyer like I did when orginally charged.
Asked on September 5, 2012 under Criminal Law, Florida
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you cannot presently afford an attorney to represent at the present time, I suggest that you go to the public defender's office to see if you qualify for the appointment of the public defender or the appointment of a private attorney to defend you by the court.
If you want the matter against you resolved sooner rather than later, do not waive time for trial. By not waiving time, the prosecution will be forced to either try the case against you or dismiss the charges. I suggest that you have an attorney representing you at the time you decide to not waive time to try the case against you.
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