Monthly Archives: December 2018
How a Florida Criminal Conviction Can Affect Your College Education
If you are planning to attend college, either as a high school student or adult, you may have difficulties achieving your secondary education goals when there is a Florida criminal conviction on your record. Even a simple mistake, whether a misdemeanor or felony, can eliminate your chances of admission into many private and public… Read More »
Get to Know the Broward County Criminal Court House Layout
You may be overwhelmed and confused about your rights if you were arrested on criminal charges in Florida. The laws and procedural rules are complex, and even the organization of the Broward County criminal system is quite complicated. You can trust your knowledgeable criminal defense attorney to guide you through the process and the… Read More »
Police Body Cam Footage as Evidence in a Florida Criminal Case
Law enforcement departments in Fort Lauderdale and throughout Florida are increasing their use of body cameras for two primary reasons: To provide the criminal court system with more accurate evidence regarding the interactions between officers and individuals they detain as part of a stop or investigation; and, To heighten accountability, as many departments come… Read More »
Chronology of a Florida DUI Case
If you were arrested for violating Florida’s drunk driving laws, there is a long way to go through the process of actually being convicted for DUI. The proceedings are quite complex, so it can be a challenge to understand the timeline and rules that apply at different stages. Unless you have a legal background,… Read More »
What are the Standard Terms of Probation in Florida?
If you were arrested on criminal charges in Florida, you may be wondering about probation as an alternative to a prison sentence. You are probably familiar with the term, but there are very specific requirements and rules under the Probation and Community Control section of the Florida penal code. Generally, probation means that you… Read More »
Overview of White Collar Crimes in Florida
You may have heard of white collar crime and understand that it is a serious crime in Florida. However, the term covers a wide range of offenses. These offenses are typically associated with individuals who wear dress shirts for work, i.e., corporate executives and politicians. The truth is that anyone can be arrested for… Read More »
Drug Paraphernalia: Florida’s Drug Crime Without the Drugs
If you are arrested for drug trafficking, possession, manufacturing, and any other activities involving controlled substances, you probably expect to face serious punishment for a conviction. What you may not know is that you could be charged with Florida drug crimes even when you have none or just trace amounts on your person. The… Read More »
What New Constitutional Amendments Mean for the Florida Criminal Justice System
Though the Florida recount for the governor’s office and US Senate captured many headlines, significant changes to the state’s constitution were also passed during the 2018 election. The Miami Herald outlined these new laws, three of which will affect different aspects of the criminal process. By law, these amendments will go into effect the… Read More »