For the most part, rape is a pretty cut-and-try criminal offense. If any form of sexual intercourse is attempted or performed by one part on another party without one party's consent, regardless of the genders of the aggressor and the victim, then it is considered...
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You must defend yourself from criminal charges
If you have been accused of a crime, no matter how severe, the most important thing for you to focus on is your defense. The unfortunate truth is that our country's justice system is not perfect, and innocent people sometimes do get convicted. You are innocent until...
What you need to know about hit-and-run in Florida
In Florida, leaving the scene of a car accident (otherwise known as hit-and-run) is a serious crime. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, hit-and-run accidents increased in the state 7 percent between 2013 and 2014. According to the statistics, someone leaves the...
We can help you defend against drunk driving charges
Continuing our discussion of how you can defend yourself even in seemingly impossibly incriminating circumstances, let's talk about drunk driving. Florida law takes DUI offenses very seriously. Even if it is your first offense, you will probably have your license...
Extenuating circumstances can affect murder charges
When you are accused of a serious crime, you may wonder if there is any chance of avoiding jail time, especially if the evidence is heavily stacked against you. Last week, we talked about some of the options your can employ to defend against drug charges, offering...
Options for drug defense
If you have been charged with a drug crime, such as possession or abuse, you may feel that the trouble is just beginning. Depending on the circumstances under which you were arrested and/or charged, it may seem like your chances of being convicted are assured before...
What is the difference between murder and manslaughter?
If you've ever heard a legal discussion on homicide, in person or even on television, you may have heard terms such as murder and manslaughter. Those who are not experienced in legal terminology may be confused as to just what the difference is between the two,...
How is a drug’s classification determined?
Being charged with a drug crime is a serious matter in Florida, as is the case anywhere in the United States. The investigation can be drawn out and highly disruptive. Worse still, if you are convicted, it could turn your life upside-down and you may find yourself...
Florida man arrested for domestic violence
Those who have been accused of domestic violence know just how frightening and nightmarish such an incident can be. Even well after the incident, those charged may fear undue punishment, judgment and realize greater conflict among their loved ones. Fortunately, the...
The law does not discriminate when it comes to drunk driving
The importance of having a designated driver if you plan on consuming alcohol cannot be overstated. Even if you believe that you can hold your alcohol better than most people, and even if being over the legal limit does not affect you in any way, you could still be...