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Some people think that getting a traffic ticket for some offenses is trivial and may delay doing anything about it or ignore it altogether. If you are traveling out of your home state, you may think that you can get away with not paying a fine. The chances are that for many traffic violations a […]
Even though there are millions of people throughout the country who dedicate both their lives and money to pets and also use animals as a means of making a living, this doesn’t mean animal cruelty doesn’t exist. Unfortunately, it does. Florida has harsh penalties for anyone caught overdriving, overloading, killing, mutilating or depriving an animal […]
Sometimes, crazy people do crazy things. Even if you were sleepwalking and committed a crime, this may be considered “temporary insanity” and you could have the charge against you dismissed. Sane people who know throughout their actions that what they are doing is wrong and is against the law are unlikely to get away with […]
Graffiti is many things to many people, but if it involves spraying paint on to other people’s property without their consent, it could be considered a crime. If your teenage son or daughter or even you yourself have been caught allegedly decorating the side of a store, a wall, a train or anything else that […]
Cannabis laws are changing all over the U.S., but nowhere is it legal to drive while stoned (DWS). If your driving is erratic, you could be stopped by a law enforcement officer and asked questions about your driving and in particular if you have been drinking or taking drugs. You could be asked to perform […]
It happens to everyone at some point in their lives. They find some money or an item that seems to have been left behind somewhere on their travels. Can they keep it? Is the saying “finders keepers, losers weepers” legally sound? As with a lot of law, it all depends on the exact circumstances. At […]
It can be a frightening and worrying experience if you have just been arrested for the first time, especially if you don’t believe you committed a crime. The first thing you should do is to ensure you have good representation by an experienced and dedicated criminal defense attorney. If you have been arrested for any […]
If you believe that you can make a difference and vote in an election, whether it is for the U.S. President, or for the state Senate or Congress, the fact that you have a criminal conviction could affect you. Until recently, convicted felons, i.e. those people who had served their terms in prison, yet had […]
Every American theoretically has the right to hold and bear arms. This is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution’s Second Amendment. The right is not as universal as some may think as it doesn’t extend to those who have been convicted of a felony, even when they have been released from prison. Until recently, the right […]
Stalking is a crime in Florida, as it is in all other states. If convicted, it could mean imprisonment, fines and other longer term effects that could impact on your family, job and career prospects. You could be accused of stalking by someone you didn’t even know, or it could be an ex partner or […]
You could face imprisonment if you are found in possession of stolen property. Penalties for possession of stolen property are in proportion to the value of the goods that have been alleged to have been stolen. If you have been accused or arrested for possession of stolen property you will need aggressive representation by an […]
If you take any type of medication prescribed by your physician, you need to know whether taking it regularly can affect your driving ability. Even if you have proof that your medication was approved by a doctor, it won’t help if you are stopped by a police officer who then goes on to arrest you […]
What’s the difference between possession of a drug like marijuana or cocaine and trafficking it? To begin with, the amount is important. Also, the intent, i.e. what you were intending to do with the drug. The third main difference is the penalties if you are convicted. The penalties, including minimum prison sentences, are much more […]
Shootings of individuals or groups are becoming more and more frequent across the country. When such an incident is announced on the news the immediate reaction is that it’s an act of terrorism. Of course not all mass shootings are acts of terrorism and federal law does have a method of determining whether a shooting […]
In Florida, it’s a crime to assist anybody who has been involved in committing a crime. Aiding and abetting as a charge can’t take place unless the crime has been affirmed as having taken place. The person accused of assisting a criminal is called an accessory, and doesn’t actually have to be a witness to […]
Dan Rotta, who owned a home on exclusive Fisher Island, is accused of concealing more than $20 million in assets in twenty four accounts at five Swiss banks, including Credit Suisse and UBS, and failing to report the income received from these holdings on his tax returns, according to a criminal complaint that has been […]
Imagine driving home after a casual dinner where you had a single glass of wine. Flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror, leading to a roadside breathalyzer test. Suddenly, you’re facing a DUI charge based on a device’s reading. However, breathalyzer accuracy is not infallible. Factors such as residual mouth alcohol, medical conditions like acid […]
In the heat of an argument, words can fly like arrows, but some words carry the weight of legal consequences. Imagine telling someone, in a moment of frustration, “I could make you regret this!” This statement, meant as a fleeting expression of anger, might land you in hot water with assault charges. The line between […]
Imagine you’re pulled over for a routine traffic stop, and suddenly, a police officer is asking to search your car for drugs. The use of drug-sniffing dogs at traffic stops presents a complex intersection of law enforcement tools and personal freedoms, particularly in Florida, where the balance between deterring drug trafficking and respecting individual rights […]
Being pulled over under suspicion of DUI can be an unnerving experience, transforming an ordinary day into one filled with anxiety and uncertainty. Knowing what to expect and how to act can significantly influence the outcome of such an ordeal. It’s crucial to stay calm, cooperate with basic requests, and remember your rights, including the […]
In the digital age, where connections and interactions span both physical and virtual realms, the concept of stalking has evolved, encompassing behaviors that go beyond unwanted physical presence. In Florida, stalking is taken seriously as a criminal offense, potentially leading to imprisonment. But what exactly constitutes stalking, and how can one differentiate between persistent yet […]
In an era where digital footprints are as significant as physical ones, computer hacking has emerged as a formidable crime, drawing severe penalties in Florida and across the nation. Hacking—the unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems, networks, or data—can lead to criminal charges that carry the potential for substantial prison time, highlighting the […]
In the realm of personal relationships, words can sometimes wield as much power as actions. In Florida, the law acknowledges this by recognizing that verbal abuse can indeed constitute a form of domestic violence, especially when it inflicts significant emotional or psychological harm. This legal perspective underscores the importance of understanding the boundary between heated […]
