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People who do not work in law enforcement or criminal defense rarely have an understanding of Florida\u2019s process for prosecuting crimes. It is critical, though, for people suddenly faced with criminal charges to become familiar with the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure<\/a> so that they understand their rights and what they can expect going forward. If you are accused of a crime, it is in your best interest to speak to a trusted Tampa criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to assess your options and potential defenses.<\/p>\n

Florida\u2019s Rule of Criminal Procedure from Arrest to Case Resolution<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The process of prosecuting a person begins with an arrest. The police cannot arrest a person unless they have probable cause, which means there is reasonable evidence suggesting the person committed the crime. Following the arrest, the person will be charged with either an information or an indictment. Within twenty-four hours of the arrest, the defendant must be brought before the judge for the first appearance. The judge will inform the defendant of the pending charges against him or her, advise the defendant of the right to counsel and explain the bond. If the defendant is unable to post the bail set by the judge, he or she can request a bond hearing.<\/p>\n

The defendant will then be arraigned. During an arraignment, the judge will advise the defendant of the substance of the charges and request that the defendant enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. The defendant\u2019s attorney may file a notice of discovery, which triggers the requirement that the prosecution provide the defendant\u2019s counsel with any evidence against the defendant and a demand for a jury trial. Continue Reading \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

People who do not work in law enforcement or criminal defense rarely have an understanding of Florida\u2019s process for prosecuting crimes. It is critical, though, for people suddenly faced with criminal charges to become familiar with the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure so that they understand their rights and what they can expect going forward. 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