Category Archives: Criminal Defense
What Is Florida’s Mental Health Court?
Many people accused of committing a criminal offense suffer from a mental illness or a combination of mental illnesses. In some cases, there is an established link between these types of illnesses and the criminal offense a person is accused of allegedly committing. When this is the case, the person charged with a crime… Read More »
What Are Defenses to Retail Theft in Florida?
Retail theft, commonly known as shoplifting, is a very common criminal offense in Florida. For those convicted though, it also has serious consequences. Even when a person is charged with a misdemeanor, they face up to 60 days in jail. More serious offenses that are classified as a felony are punishable by up to… Read More »
What Should You Expect During a DUI Stop?
It is always scary to hear a siren from a police car and to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror. At this point, many people do not understand why they are being pulled over. Law enforcement officers are always looking for suspicious DUI drivers to protect that driver… Read More »
What Strategies can Defend Me Against a DUI Charge?
In Florida and throughout the rest of the country, people are presumed innocent until they have been proven guilty in a court of law. Sadly, individuals charged with driving under the influence (DUI) are often not given this benefit of the doubt. This is partly because DUIs are considered morally wrong, and because people… Read More »
What Are Some Common Property Crimes in Florida?
Property crimes may not seem that serious. Unfortunately, even a seemingly minor property crime can leave someone facing jail time, high fines, and a permanent criminal record. The penalties associated with property crimes greatly depend on the severity of the crime, and the dollar amount of the property damage, if any, involved. If you… Read More »
Florida Firearms FAQs
The Second Amendment gives all Americans the right to possess firearms, but the law is a bit more complicated than that. It is critical that all Floridians understand federal and state law fully, so they can comply with it and avoid legal trouble in the future. Below are some of the most frequently asked… Read More »
What Should You Know About Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law?
Florida is one of many states that has a Stand Your Ground law, and it is always controversial. The law regularly makes news statewide, and throughout the country. The case of Trayvon Martin in 2012 was one of the most well-known cases of when the law was used in Florida. In that story, as… Read More »
What are Steps to Take After a DUI?
Being charged with a DUI is very scary, and you likely will not know the steps to take going forward with your case. The actions you take after a DUI charge are very important, as they may affect how the rest of your case proceeds. Below are the five most important steps to take… Read More »
How do Diversion Programs Work in Florida?
Serving jail time can change a person’s life. Not only is it very difficult to serve time, but even afterwards, people often find that it has affected their mental health, relationships with family members, and even their social life. However, not all individuals facing charges will serve jail time. One option to help people… Read More »
What is Florida’s Drug Paraphernalia Law?
Many drugs are illegal in Florida, but did you know that possession of drug paraphernalia is also a crime? The drug laws in the state are strict, and many people find themselves unexpectedly facing charges because they had paraphernalia on them. Below are five facts that are important to know about the drug paraphernalia… Read More »
