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State v. Anderson

Citations

  • 537 So. 2d 1373
  • 1989 WL 5727

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  • finding that generally the “filing of a signed and sworn amended information has the effect on the original information of a nolle prosequi”
  • State could amend affidavit to reflect correct date that defendant was placed on probationary status
  • when procedural irregularities or technical defects are made in an information, and those problems have no bearing upon the substantial rights of the parties, courts should require a showing of prejudice before dismissing the charge
  • “Lackos stands for the proposition that the state may substantively amend an information during trial, even over the objection of the defendant, unless there is a showing of prejudice to the substantial rights of the defendant.”
  • relying on Lackos v. State, 339 So.2d 217 (Fla. 1976)

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Judges: Shaw

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