Evidence is a crucial part of any criminal case. It helps ascertain the defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt needed for a conviction. However, in the interests of justice, not all evidence is admissible in court. When evidence does not meet a certain legal...
Email Us & Get Help
Today
Tampa, Florida Criminal Defense & Family Law Blog
Police mistakes that can help your DUI defense
A DUI arrest can be frightening and confusing in equal measures. However, this does not mean you are guilty of drunk driving. Law enforcement officers are required to follow strict regulations before they can stop, arrest and charge you with drunk driving. If the...
Your conduct in court matters
Facing criminal charges can be a stressful time for the accused. If you’re heading to trial, then you’re going to have to attend the criminal court. Attending court can be a daunting experience, especially if it’s your first time. Does it matter how you conduct...
Florida increases prosecution of fentanyl cases
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody recently announced the arrest of 24 individuals involved in a drug-trafficking enterprise that was distributing fentanyl-laced drugs. The arrests are the culmination of a collaborative investigation involving the attorney...
When can you legally use deadly force?
You certainly have a right to defend yourself if you're threatened or if someone close to you is threatened. You can use force to do so. However, there are many situations in which using deadly force would still be illegal. So how do you know if you can use deadly...
Are assault and battery the same offense in Florida?
We have addressed assault and battery before, but without much emphasis on whether they are essentially the same offense or completely different. While often related in criminal defense cases, assault and battery in Florida are two separate charges. A criminal battery...
What does possession with intent to distribute mean?
Drug possession charges are often thought of as minor ones, but there are times when these charges are very serious. In some cases, people are charged with possession with intent to distribute. This is a more serious charge than just a simple possession one....
Former SWAT Captain acquitted in movie theater shooting
Former Florida SWAT Captain, Curtis Reeves, aged 79, was acquitted by a jury of his peers on February 24, 2022. Reeves had been charged with second-degree murder and aggravated battery for the shooting of Chad Oulson, aged 43. Reeves, who was represented by Escobar...
Collateral consequences of a sexual battery conviction in Florida
Being accused of a sex offense can ruin your life and reputation. The penalties for a sexual battery conviction in Florida can be severe. Depending on the nature of your case, you could serve anywhere from 15 years to life in prison. Worse still, you may face the...
What is probable cause for an arrest?
Police officers have to uphold certain standards as they’re doing their job duties. They can’t just walk up to someone and arrest them without having a valid reason. In order to arrest someone, the officer has to have probable cause. Arresting someone without...
