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Implied Consent
Florida law that treats accepting a driver license as consent to lawful chemical testing; refusal carries administrative penalties.
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Hardship License
A restricted driving privilege allowing travel for work, school, medical, and church purposes during a suspension.
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First Appearance
A hearing within 24 hours of arrest where a judge reviews probable cause and sets bond conditions.
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Felony
A more serious criminal offense punishable by more than one year in state prison.
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Diversion
A program — often called PTI in Florida — that allows certain defendants to avoid prosecution by completing requirements.
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Deposition
Out-of-court sworn testimony, recorded under oath, used during discovery to preserve testimony and assess witnesses.
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Brady Material
Exculpatory evidence the State must disclose to the defense under Brady v. Maryland (1963).
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Bond
Money or surety paid to secure a defendant's release from custody pending case resolution, with conditions of release.
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Arraignment
A defendant's first court appearance after formal charges are filed, at which the charges are read and a plea is…
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