Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: friend in trouble

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It is up to the Judge to decide. Much will depend on what priors he may have and how he presents his case in court. Failing to appear in court is a serious offense that some judges do not take lightly. He will possibly have to stay in jail pending the trial on the second court as bond will most probably be denied unless he gets a good attorney that is able to convince the Judge to set a reasonable bail.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.