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is a civil violation like tampering with a modern water meter subject to the speed trial rules?
Hello ****, could you please specify your location? The rules for civil violations and speed trials may vary depending on your jurisdiction.
Miami Dade county, Florida
Hello ****, in Miami Dade County, Florida:
- Civil violations, like tampering with a water meter, are generally not subject to the same Speedy Trial rules as criminal cases.
- However, the case should still proceed in a timely manner as per the rules of the court.
- Civil violations, like tampering with a water meter, are generally not subject to the same Speedy Trial rules as criminal cases.
- However, the case should still proceed in a timely manner as per the rules of the court.
What are the rules as a pertains to tampering with the water meter in Miami Dade county
In Miami Dade County, Florida, tampering with a water meter is considered a serious offense. The rules are as follows:
- It's a second-degree misdemeanor under Florida Statute *.*(*)(c).
- The penalty can be up to 60 days in jail and a $* fine.
- Repeat offenses may lead to harsher penalties.
- It's a second-degree misdemeanor under Florida Statute *.*(*)(c).
- The penalty can be up to 60 days in jail and a $* fine.
- Repeat offenses may lead to harsher penalties.
so what are the rules as it pertains to a speedy trial in this matter
In Florida, the Speedy Trial rule for misdemeanors is as follows:
- The state has 90 days from the date of arrest to bring the defendant to trial.
- If this does not occur, the defendant can file a Notice of Expiration of Speedy Trial Time.
- The state then has 15 days to start the trial.
- The state has 90 days from the date of arrest to bring the defendant to trial.
- If this does not occur, the defendant can file a Notice of Expiration of Speedy Trial Time.
- The state then has 15 days to start the trial.
it’s a civil infraction. What are the rules specifically for length of time in regards to this matter?
In Florida, for civil infractions like a water meter tampering violation:
- There's no specific Speedy Trial rule.
- The case should proceed promptly, but the timeline can vary.
- It's best to consult with a legal professional for specifics.
- There's no specific Speedy Trial rule.
- The case should proceed promptly, but the timeline can vary.
- It's best to consult with a legal professional for specifics.