Under the laws of the state of Florida anyone traveling to meet a minor for the purpose of engaging in any illegal act of sexual misconduct is a second degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison. Florida statute §847.0135 states that the crime of Traveling to Meet a Minor occurs when a […]
Florida’s New Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Law: “Penn State Law” In response to the events at Penn State University the Florida Legislature passed the “Protection of Vulnerable Persons Law”. This new law currently in effect in the State of Florida requires any person who has knowledge of or suspects that any […]
The Importance of Attacking the Charges Against You at the “Intake” Stage When you are arrested for a crime in Florida, a multi-part process begins. First, the arresting law enforcement officer makes a determination based on his training and experience as to what you should be charged with. You are then taken to jail and […]
In Florida, several types of injunctions are available for personal protection. One type that is available is an injunction against repeat violence. In order to obtain an injunction of this nature, you will need to prove to a Judge that you were the victim of two or more acts of violence. Violence can include a […]
This week, TPD conducted a sting operation to catch contractors who are operating without a license. Most recently, five arrests were made in one evening. This crime is designed to prevent contractors from operating without a state sanctioned license. This is a misdemeanor criminal offense punishable by a fine of up to $500, court costs […]
31 men were arrested and charged with sex crimes in a sting set up by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, Sarasota Police, Venice Police, North Port Police, state prosecutors, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Homeland Security and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. The task-force was created to catch would-be predators who wanted to […]
When you search your name on Google, do several sites pop up with your mug shot? At Taracks & Associates, we realize that one of the unfortunate consequences of being arrested is that sites like Mugshots.com post your image for everyone to see – even if your charges get dropped or your record gets sealed/expunged. […]
With hundreds of arrests per day expected during the 4 day long Republican National Convention (RNC), it won’t just be law enforcement that will be busy Aug. 27-30. The Hillsborough County Court System also will face a demand for its services. Tampa Bay Online is reporting that the court system expects to have to hold […]
Did you know that if you are arrested for street racing (AKA highway racing) the police can impound your car for up to 30 days? This is just one of the many penalties associated with this crime, which is a misdemeanor criminal offense in Florida. Other first-time offense penalties include an automatic one-year license suspension, […]
Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 47 people, including a 17 year-old female, in an online sex sting this weekend. Those arrested in the operation also include a medical doctor, a pharmacist, a pharmaceutical sales rep, and a retired IRS agent. “Our detectives will continue to conduct investigations which target e-commerce ads for prostitution,” said Polk […]
