If you get behind the wheel and drive in Florida, you have made an agreement with the state, whether you know it or not. This agreement is called an Implied Consent Law, and it requires that any person operating a motor vehicle in the state automatically consents to chemical testing (breath, blood, or urine) if […]
If you have been arrested and accused of a crime in Florida, the situation is serious. A conviction can mean not just jail time and fines — it can bring a permanent criminal record that will negatively impact your reputation, career, personal relationships, and the ability to receive housing and educational benefits in the future. […]
If the police don’t read you your Miranda rights, what usually happens is that any statements or confessions made during custodial interrogation may be found inadmissible in court and cannot be used as evidence against you at trial. Because Miranda rights violations can jeopardize legal proceedings or evidence obtained during the questioning, the prosecution is […]
If you have been arrested for a criminal offense in Florida, it is a serious, life-changing situation, and you need the best defense strategy possible. As soon as you are charged with a crime, the prosecution starts to obtain evidence and build a case against you. If you are convicted, you will have to deal […]
You’ve just been charged with committing a criminal offense in Florida. Regardless of the complexity or severity of your charges, you likely have many questions to ask criminal defense lawyers, such as: What did I do to deserve these charges? What will happen to my family, job, and reputation? How long will my case take? […]
Being served with a domestic violence injunction (DVI) can leave you stunned. You may feel anger and frustration, as well as grief at being at such significant odds with a loved one. A DVI takes immediate effect when you receive one, so you’ll be prevented from contacting the person who filed it. This has the […]
In the United States, the rights of the accused are well protected by the Constitution. Police and other agents of the state must follow strict procedures to search your person or your property. When these procedures are disregarded, any evidence they uncover during the search can be thrown out by the court. This can result […]
Marijuana use and possession are becoming increasingly acceptable throughout the country. Many states allow people to legally possess marijuana for both personal and medical use. Florida isn’t particularly at the forefront of the movement, but it does have moderately generous marijuana possession laws, depending on the circumstances. With that in mind, it’s best to take […]
Fentanyl is an opioid drug that has caused a lot of harm to people across Florida and nationwide. It was originally created as a powerful prescription pain reliever, but it has now made its way into illegal markets and poses a serious danger to public health and safety. In Florida, police and legal authorities take […]
In 2005, Florida became the first state in the nation to pass a “stand-your-ground” law. Twenty years later, people still have strong opinions and misconceptions about how it works and the legal protections it provides. Understanding the stand-your-ground law in Florida means being able to take more definitive and confident actions if you’re ever confronted […]
