Felony Charge Legal Options

Summary

Your son may qualify for a Public Defender in Florida if he has no income. Public Defenders handle all types of criminal cases, including felonies. Given his health conditions, you can request a competency evaluation to assess his ability to stand trial. Discuss with his Public Defender about negotiating a plea agreement due to his medical condition. Consult a legal professional for specific advice.

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I'm sorry but the issue is about my son who has a felony charge and no income due to a disability so I'm inquiring for help for my son
Hello ****, that sounds like a challenging situation. Can you please provide me with your location? It will help me give you more specific legal information.
Ft Pierce Fl.
Hello ****, thank you for providing the details. Your son might be eligible for a Public Defender in Florida if he has no income. Here are some points:
- Public Defenders are appointed for individuals who cannot afford a lawyer.
- They handle all types of criminal cases, including felonies.
Please contact the Public Defender's Office in your location for more information.
He already has at his plea hearing this morning */*/* he suffers from a traumatic brain injury as a teen and recently had a stroke that left him with brain injury he functions well but has memory problems and double vision and his doctors says he might improve in the future as his brain heals he has difficulty with stressfully situations and felt like he couldn't deal with the situation especially after his public defender
Hello ****, this is a tough situation. Your son's health condition may qualify for 'mitigating circumstances'. Here are some options:
- Request the court for a 'competency evaluation' to assess his ability to stand trial.
- Consider discussing with his Public Defender about negotiating a plea agreement due to his medical condition.
Remember, these are just general suggestions and specific legal advice should be sought from a legal professional.
Thanks
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Remember, it's important to consult with a legal professional for your son's situation.