A conviction for drug offenses in Florida can have very serious consequences. Being in possession of illegal substances is just one form of a drug charge. Facing such charges could result in significant fines or extended imprisonment. The law on possession offenses...
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3 times possessing a firearm could leave you in legal hot water
The Second Amendment of the Constitution of the United States affords Americans the right to possess firearms. Like every other legal right or protection, there are some inherent loopholes to them that you should understand. State and federal laws prohibit certain...
Did the police have the right to arrest you for drugs?
If the police arrest you on drugs charges, you might assume you need to revolve your defense around the drugs themselves. For instance, they are not your drugs, or you had no intention of doing what the police claim with them. However, sometimes there is an easier...
The possession of THC oil is harshly penalized in Florida
Traditionally, cannabis users have used marijuana cigarettes, bongs, blunts and pipes. A new fad that is taking the marijuana-using world by storm is oils and concentrates. These new THC oil concentrates are formulated using state-of-the-art techniques that have a...
Revenge porn carries serious penalties in Florida
When famous people’s intimate videos or photos appear on the internet, there are sometimes suspicions of a publicity stunt. Yet, in most cases, whether the person is famous or not, there is a more sinister explanation or a misunderstanding. Revenge porn has been...
Can you get in trouble for possessing legal opioids?
For the most part, you cannot be arrested for possessing opioids that have been prescribed to you. That doesn’t mean that you can’t ever be arrested, though. There are times when being in possession of opioids, even when legal, can still work against you. Here are two...
Revenge porn carries serious penalties in Florida
How a drug conviction could affect your life forever
Once a judge or jury convicts you of a crime, it remains on your permanent record. While it's possible to petition to court to potentially have some charges expunged, there's no guarantee that a judge will approve such a request. Any conviction on your record for...
How can “drug court” help defendants who are also addicts?
For some individuals, the need to obtain drugs to support their addiction is the most pressing matter in their life. This may lead them to do things that are uncharacteristic -- things like stealing or even selling drugs to others to get the money for their habit....
Deadly force in self-defense: When is it legally justified?
Everyone knows that, if someone attacks you, you don’t have to submit to the attack without fighting back. But if your self-defense leaves your attacker dead or severely wounded, you might sometimes face legal consequences, depending on the circumstances. How can you...
