preliminary hearing
… whether there is enough evidence to warrant a trial in the District Court. If the judge determines there is sufficient evidence, the defendant is "bound over" for trial. The defendant may waive this hearing. …
arraignment
… In a misdemeanor case, the initial appearance before a judge at which the criminal defendant enters a plea; in a felony case, the … informed of the charges, enters a plea, and has a date set for trial or disposition. …
We won't imprison people who can't pay: My Word
… of bodily attachment to collect fines, fees or costs owed the state in criminal cases. This is an order commanding law … person before the court, much like an arrest warrant. So for the past seven weeks, writs have not been issued if … writs issued by judges in criminal-court divisions. For the past few weeks, I have had in-depth discussions with …
Ninth's Notables - November 2021
… Every month, we celebrate a person in the Ninth Circuit whose work is vital to the operations in our courthouses. Without their efforts, we … maintaining our programs and services. Our Ninth’s Notable for November is Darren Marsh, a member of our circuit’s AV …
Resources
… Se (self represented) litigant, accessing information on the law and the legal process is a vital step in preparing for a court appearance. Under the Resource section we’ve …
Retirement Celebration for the Honorable Bob LeBlanc
… After 15 dedicated years on the bench, Judge Bob LeBlanc will retire on July 16. Judge … he worked as a waiter, bartender, and even as a room service attendant at the Ritz-Carlton of Boston. It was in … civil divisions – and as an associate administrative judge for both the domestic relations and civil divisions. Judge …
Karen Levey Receives the Robert Craig Waters Lifetime Achievement Award
… Yesterday, the Florida Court Public Information Officers organization … the growth and accessibility of the Ninth. From bringing service dogs to the courthouse to providing key … court’s social media channels and podcast series. It is for these reasons and many more, that Karen is an excellent …
The Honorable Wayne Shoemaker to Retire
… After 23 years of service on the Orange County bench, Judge Wayne Shoemaker … 2017 and 2019, he was the Associate Administrative Judge for the Orange County courts. For over two decades, Judge … The Honorable Wayne Shoemaker to Retire …
Judges Mourn the Passing of Retired Judge Joseph P. Baker
… It is with great sadness we share the news of the passing of retired Judge Joseph P. Baker. … College before attending the University of Michigan for his juris doctor. After graduating in 1962, he returned … divisions, and he was known for his dedication to public service. He was a dear friend and colleague to many and his …
Veterans to Graduate from Specialized Court
… Orlando, FL – The Ninth Judicial Circuit Court established Veterans Court … the program, staff aims to curb the recidivism rates for these veterans and to restore them to a more productive … more positively to society. Veterans must be eligible for acceptance into the program, and the victim and State …