If I was charged with a drug violation in another state, can I have my case moved to the state in which I now live?

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If I was charged with a drug violation in another state, can I have my case moved to the state in which I now live?

Asked on October 21, 2014 under Criminal Law, Florida

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

If the case is still pending before the courts then the answer is no.  Courts in your new state do not have the ability to decide the case (called jurisdiction).  If the case is over with and you have been sentenced to probation, community service etc., then you can possibly have that moved to the new state.  But the fact that you have moved without authority to leave the state in either scenario worries me.  Please seek legal help. 


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