Category Archives: Criminal Defense
What Is A Habitual Traffic Offender?
In Florida, a person may be considered a habitual traffic offender (HTO) when they have a certain number of traffic offenses on their record during a certain period of time. If you are given HTO status, your driver’s license may be revoked for up to five years. Fortunately, it is possible to have this… Read More »
What Are The Most Common DUI Myths?
It is no surprise to many that during the holidays, charges for driving under the influence (DUI) dramatically increase. Law enforcement knows that people are more likely to imbibe during this time and so, they set up checkpoints and are on high alert for drunk drivers. Unfortunately, there are many myths surrounding DUI charges… Read More »
Can You Go To Jail For Writing A Bad Check?
People do not use checks as commonly as they once did, but they are not entirely obsolete. Many people still rely on checks to pay their bills or for services, particularly if they do not have access to wire transfers. Unfortunately, these checks sometimes bounce, whether it is because another payment was taken out… Read More »
Florida Lawmakers Look To Expand DUI Laws
The new session for Florida’s legislature begins in January and lawmakers are expected to take up a new bill during that time. The bill would expand the DUI laws of the state and would be debated first in the House and then in the Senate. Currently, the language in the law makes it illegal… Read More »
What Are Penalties For Marijuana Possession In Tampa Bay?
Many states continue to change their marijuana laws to make possession of both medicinal and recreational cannabis legal. The state of Florida has only legalized marijuana for medicinal use although hemp is also legal in the state. Law enforcement and the prosecution do not pursue simple marijuana possession charges as much as they once… Read More »
What To Do If Police Want To Search Your Vehicle?
Seeing the flashing lights and hearing the siren of a police car behind you while on the road is always scary. In the best cases, these traffic stops are very brief and only involve a short conversation. In other instances though, the stop may become much more serious and the officer may at some… Read More »
What 5 Important Things Should I Know About DUIs In Florida?
The criminal offense of driving under the influence (DUI) seems fairly straightforward, but it is much more complex than people first think. All drivers within the state of Florida should know about the state’s DUI laws, and what they entail, so they do not find themselves facing charges. DUI vs. Drunk Driving The Florida… Read More »
What Is Florida’s Red Flag Gun Law?
Many states have red flag laws and no matter where they are enacted, they receive a lot of attention. Critics of red flag laws argue that they violate the Second Amendment rights granted to all Americans, while proponents claim that they are one way to try and keep people safe. Florida lawmakers enacted the… Read More »
What Is Probation In Florida?
There are many consequences to being convicted of a crime, including being placed on probation. Probation is a more favorable option than being sentenced to jail, but many people do not understand what the terms of it mean. If you or someone you love is facing probation, below are the answers to some of… Read More »
Are There Defenses To Credit Card Fraud?
Credit card fraud has started to make the news more and more often in recent years, including the story of the man that purchased a Rolex worth $14,000 with a fraudulent credit card. The man’s defense was that his grandfather gave him the card and told him to make the purchase, which is a… Read More »
