Retracting Plea Agreement Guide

I'm sorry to hear about your son's situation. Here's some general legal information:
- Plea withdrawal is often difficult and depends on specific conditions.
- In Florida, the Rule of Criminal Procedure (*.*) allows plea withdrawal before sentencing if it’s in the interest of justice.
- The court considers factors like coercion, intoxication, or mental health.
Please consult with a local attorney for detailed advice.

I'm sorry to hear that. In Florida, post-sentencing plea withdrawals are more challenging and require proof of a manifest injustice, such as ineffective assistance of counsel. It's crucial to consult with a local attorney immediately.

I understand your situation. In Florida, you may find legal aid services that could assist you, such as the Florida Rural Legal Services or Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association. They often help individuals who cannot afford legal representation.

Thank you for providing your location. For legal aid in Jacksonville, you could consider contacting Jacksonville Area Legal Aid. Have you heard of this organization before?

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid provides free legal services to low-income residents. They could potentially help with your son's case. Would you like their contact information?

Sure, the Florida Bar has a Pro Bono program that connects attorneys with those who can't afford legal services. Here's their contact info:

You're welcome! I'm glad I could assist you. If you have any more questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to ask.

I understand your concern. You might need to get a legal guardianship or power of attorney to represent your son. May I know if your son is a minor or an adult?

Thank you for confirming. As your son is an adult, you would likely need to establish a legal guardianship or conservatorship to represent him due to his mental health conditions. Are you aware of this process in Florida?

I understand your concern. In Florida, you would need to petition the court for adult guardianship. This process involves proving that your son is unable to manage his affairs due to his mental health. Are you comfortable with this process?

Thank you for confirming. To start the process, you need to file a petition for guardianship at your local Florida court. The court will then appoint an attorney for your son. Are you ready to proceed with this?

It's completely normal to feel this way. This is a big step, but remember, it's for your son's well-being. Do you want to proceed with the guardianship process and need contact information for a court in Jacksonville?

Great, here is the contact information for the Duval County Courthouse in Jacksonville:

You're welcome! If you need further assistance or have any more questions, don't hesitate to ask. Are there any other aspects of this process you're unsure about?