What do you do if you are in a public place, or even in your own backyard for that matter, and a situation arises where another person threatens to harm you? Do you turn around and walk away? What if you firmly believe that turning your back on the angry person will...
When Your Life Is On The Line
Year: 2017
How common is drunk driving?
Summer is nearly over and Labor Day is here. Many Americans, including many from TampaBay, Florida, and the surrounding area like to celebrate by going on a vacation or even staying home and hosting a party or barbecue. Inevitably, this means that many will also enjoy...
Alleged marijuana operation in Hillsborough busted
Quite a bit of national news attention lately has been devoted to the so-called "opiate epidemic" that is plaguing our nation, as thousands of Americans turn to heroin and prescription medications in their addictions. However, our readers should remember that even...
Make sure the police in Florida had a reason to stop you
Sometimes in our day-to-day lives it is easy to forget that our nation's laws are based on a constitution that grants individual rights and restricts the rights of the government. However, when it comes to potential criminal offenses in Florida, arrestees are supposed...
What constitutes computer crime?
In the last three or four decades, computer technology has exploded. Many Florida residents join the millions of others across the country, and the globe, who have an online life, and you may be one of them. Individuals aren't the only ones who have joined the digital...
How is assault and battery handled by the courts in Florida?
It is important to acknowledge that there is a distinction between the terms assault and battery and the two are handled as separate offenses in the courts in Florida. Assault requires the threat and fear of an imminent force and harm on a victim, while battery is...
Don’t let overzealous DUI charges haunt your life
The summer season is primetime for fun in the sun with family and friends. Between beach outings, barbecues, reunions and many more activities, this can seem like an idyllic time. Many adults also enjoy drinking a few alcoholic beverages during such outings. It's when...
We question field sobriety tests in our DWI cases
A previous post on this blog discussed how field sobriety tests, which many in the Tampa metro area now see as part of the police's standard routine when they are stopping a Florida motorist on suspicion of drunk driving, can in fact be an unreliable indicator of...
Drug trafficking is not treated lightly in Florida
The transportation of illegal drugs through the state has been a major issue in Florida for a long time. Those caught allegedly participating in this type of activity could face significant consequences if convicted in criminal court. Facing a drug trafficking charge?...
Can a plea negotiation keep me from going to jail?
When a Florida resident is arrested for committing a crime, they will generally be arraigned in court. During their arraignment, the court will inquire as to what plea the individual will offer and although there can be alternate pleas offered individuals generally...