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Corporal punishment, defined as physical discipline such as spanking, is legal in Florida under certain conditions. The state’s stance on corporal punishment is twofold, covering both the domestic and educational contexts. In the Home Florida law allows parents or legal guardians to administer reasonable corporal punishment in disciplining their children. This practice is recognized as […]
Paying for sex at a massage parlor or engaging in prostitution and related activities is illegal in Florida. This includes soliciting, receiving, or agreeing to receive any sexual activity in exchange for money or other forms of compensation. Florida law strictly prohibits prostitution and assigns penalties that vary based on the specific nature of the […]
In the United States, including Florida, the practice commonly referred to as “mail order brides,” where individuals engage with international marriage brokers (IMBs) to find spouses from other countries, is legal. However, it’s regulated under federal law to protect the rights and safety of foreign brides entering the U.S. The International Marriage Broker Regulation Act […]
As of 2024, online sports betting has made a significant comeback in Florida, with the state seeing the re-launch of legal sports betting platforms. The Seminole Tribe of Florida has taken the lead in this arena, offering residents and visitors within the state the ability to legally place bets on professional and college games through […]
In Florida, stun guns are legal for individuals to own and carry for self-defense purposes, under certain conditions. This legality is outlined in Florida Statute 790.01, which differentiates stun guns and Tasers from firearms, thereby subjecting them to different regulations. The state recognizes the right of its residents to protect themselves and permits the use […]
The Florida Criminal Punishment Code is a point-based system designed to standardize sentencing for felony offenses, ensuring consistency and fairness across the state’s judicial processes. It assigns points to various aspects of a crime, including the offense severity, prior record, legal status violations, and enhancements for specific circumstances. The total points accumulated can influence the […]
A Miami-Dade man is facing felony charges after police alleged he molested four young boys, at least. A 7-year-old reported to Miami-Dade police that the alleged 43 year old offender “hugged him, kissed him on the cheek and fondled his penis over his clothing”. There were also several other boys involved who were aged 8 […]
In February, last year a defendant was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison by the Middle District of Florida for fraudulently using his missing father’s identity to get social security benefits. This is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to social security fraud but this doesn’t mean all alleged offenders were […]
The answer to the first part of the question is: “It depends”. The answer to the second part of the question is: “Yes, but you may regret it”. If you have been arrested for DUI in Florida, you are most likely to have your blood alcohol tested by some type of breathalyzer. If you are […]
O.K. So you are a landlord and your tenants just got busted for growing marijuana plants in the place they were renting from you. But then, the cops come along and arrest you because they say that you knew what they were doing, so you are going to be charged with cultivating marijuana too. Cultivating […]
Fentanyl Supply Case Highlights Strict State and Federal Drug Laws Following an extensive investigation, a couple from South Florida has been apprehended for their involvement in distributing fentanyl to a mother, resulting in the tragic death of her child. The Lake Worth suppliers who facilitated the sale are now facing federal charges related to fentanyl […]
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 […]
If you’ve been arrested after a physical confrontation in Florida, one of the first things you need to know is whether you’re facing assault, battery, or both. People often use those words interchangeably. Florida law doesn’t. An assault can involve a threat or an act that makes someone reasonably fear imminent violence. Battery involves actual […]
Being investigated or charged in federal court can be confusing, especially if you have only dealt with Florida’s state criminal system before. Federal cases follow different procedures than other cases, involve federal prosecutors and agencies, and can involve sentencing rules that are very different from those used in Florida state court. If the FBI, DEA, […]
Charged With Theft in Florida? Why the Value of the Property Is Only Part of the Story A theft accusation in Florida can look simple at first. Someone says property was taken, the police get involved, and suddenly you are facing a criminal charge. But the value of the property is only one part of […]
Florida Juvenile Court Process Explained Having a child arrested can be frightening, especially when the family has never dealt with the juvenile court system before. The first question is usually simple: What happens now? A juvenile delinquency case in Miami-Dade does not usually go straight from an arrest to a trial. There are several steps […]
They Found a Gun in Your Car in Florida. What Happens Next? A traffic stop can turn serious very quickly. An officer pulls you over, asks a few questions, and then a firearm is found inside the vehicle. Maybe the gun belongs to you. Maybe it belongs to someone else. Maybe you didn’t even know […]
Florida Just Rewrote These Traffic Laws, and Most Drivers Have No Idea Most people think of a traffic stop as a fine and a bad afternoon. In Florida, that’s changed. Starting October 1, 2025, several traffic behaviors that used to mean a ticket, or a minor misdemeanor at worst, can now mean a felony and […]
Your Probation Officer Filed a Violation. Here’s What Actually Happens Next A probation violation in Florida is serious. But a lot of what you’ll read online about it is either outdated or scarier than the law actually is. Here’s the real picture. First, Take a Breath If you just found out a violation was filed, […]
Caught With Drugs in Florida for the First Time? You Might Not Realize How Many Options You Actually Have Prison isn’t the only outcome. But only if you know about these programs before you walk into court. The Charge That Feels Like the End of Everything A drug charge in Florida has a way of […]
