You may think that the repercussions of criminal charges vary depending on the severity of the charge itself, but this is not necessarily the case. While you will undoubtedly face more jail time and punishment for serious crimes like murder or sexual assault, even...
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Some Florida courts have banned breath tests
Drunk driving could not only result in serious injury or death, but a conviction could result in license suspension and even jail time. What you might not know is that there are regulations surrounding a drunk driving allegation. For example, police must have probable...
Sex offenders are still human beings with rights
As far as public image is concerned, sex crimes are among the most destructive. Even if you’re acquitted from sex crime charges, the stigma could follow you around for quite some time. This is partially because our society has a bad habit of assuming blame on the...
What can happen if you’re convicted of a DUI in Florida?
The facts about DUIs in Florida can sometimes be murky. Normally, info is passed between friends or family who are basing their information on something they heard from a third party, saw on TV or read on the Internet. If you find yourself pulled over or arrested for...
Florida mother arrested in death of her child
Having a baby can be one of the most exciting times life has to offer. Throughout the pregnancy, you care for the child growing inside you, think of names and pick out clothes for the newborn. You bring a wonderful new life into the world and have every intention of...
Florida Governor signs new ‘Stand Your Ground’ law
Thanks to a glut of high profile cases, Florida’s “stand your ground” laws have been the topic of much discussion in recent years. Essentially, these laws can be used as a criminal defense — or provide immunity from prosecution —if you...
Florida man facing sexual assault charges
Crimes involving sexual assault, inappropriate touching or any type of sexual misconduct are generally treated by authorities as a serious offense and are prosecuted aggressively. Furthermore, the accusation of a sex crime can do irreparable damage to a person’s...
Florida corrections officer charged with assault
There’s a prevalent misconception in Florida about people who commit violent crimes. We often picture them as the lowest of the low in society: people with no job or lifelong criminals, but that’s not always the reality. If we’re honest with...
Florida judge allegedly assaults a public defender
As a defendant accused of a criminal offense, you want to believe that the judge in your case will be impartial and will give you the same rights afforded everyone in this country. Facing serious criminal charges can do irreparable damage to you reputation both...
Palm Beach detective jailed for lying about drug buy
They are charged with a sacred duty to serve and protect and, as such, we rightly hold them to a higher standard of ethics than the average citizen. Police officers are given greater powers in order to keep us safe, so when one breaks that trust, it can shake a...