Quite a few students in high school and even more in college who have not reached the age of 21 will consume alcohol at some point, as alcohol consumption is a common factor in adolescence and college socialization. Still, just because it's a common practice doesn't...
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Fail a Breathalyzer test? You may have defensive options
Failing a Breathalyzer test can feel like a one-way ticket to a conviction, and for many drivers, it is. However, there are often ways to challenge Breathalyzer results or find other weaknesses in drunk driving charges. Here in Florida, drunk driving charges mean a...
Attempted solicitation in Florida could mean criminal charges
Certain actions are crimes for everyone involved, even if no one is a victim. Some people refer to these kinds of criminal offenses as consensual crimes. The sale of illegal drugs from one person to another is a form of consensual crime. Neither person is experiencing...
Understanding laws on stalking in Florida
We all have a vague idea of what stalking is. Most of us imagine an instance of stalking to involve one person following another against their will. While this could count as a case of stalking under the law, stalking can happen in a variety of scenarios, especially...
Is there a link between yelling and physical violence?
You get into an argument with your spouse, and it ends with the two of you yelling at each other. It's not something you anticipated when you got married, but the relationship has changed over the years. The two of you are under a lot of stress. Things got out of...
The 5 primary types of domestic violence
What comes to mind when you think of domestic violence? Like most, you may assume that domestic violence is always associated with physical abuse. While this is true in many cases, it's not the only type.There are five primary types of domestic violence, which include...
Are you eligible to have your juvenile criminal record expunged?
Maybe you made some poor decisions and mistakes as a minor. Everyone makes mistakes, but some are more serious than others and can land you in legal trouble. It’s only natural to worry that these bad decisions will haunt you for the rest of your life.The good...
Defending yourself against accusations of domestic violence
Domestic violence or assault charges can result from any number of circumstances. Sometimes, one spouse will intentionally make false allegations against the other in the hope of securing the upper hand in divorce proceedings. Other times, law enforcement may...
Why some partners make false domestic violence accusations
There is nothing about domestic violence to take lightly when it is a reality for many people in abusive relationships. However, not everyone who cries wolf is telling the truth when law enforcement arrives at the door. When you are on the receiving end of a false...
Visiting Florida as a tourist and get a DUI? Now what happens?
The winter months can bring an influx of visitors to the sunshine state looking for outdoor fun, the ocean and attractions. Then even more show up around March during spring break when most folks are fed up from a long winter of cold and snow. Many vacationers to...