Facing charges of sexual assault or sexual battery can be overwhelming and confusing, especially when you are not sure what the differences between the two are. These terms often get used interchangeably, but they refer to different crimes with distinct legal...
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What can happen to you if the police find child pornography on your device?
Facing accusations of possessing child pornography can be a terrifying experience with a devastating aftermath. Florida takes these sorts of charges extremely seriously. Furthermore, the personal consequences outside of the courtroom can be life-altering. If you are...
How to handle a false sexual abuse allegation
A false sexual abuse accusation is a serious matter and can affect all aspects of your life. It is natural to feel overwhelmed once you face these allegations, but remember that you have rights and may take legal steps to counter or question these claims. Crucial...
Is it a crime to use a firearm while drunk?
Law-abiding gun owners are expected to be responsible for the way they use their firearms. Although Florida allows the permitless ownership of firearms, gun owners must still respect rules such as the prohibition on open carry. Another rule gun owners in the state...
What is aggravated assault?
Assault, as defined by Florida law, is an intentional threat – either through words or action – to commit violence against another. Normally, this is a misdemeanor offense. But there’s an even more serious form of assault that Florida treats more seriously: aggravated...
Do people need to retreat before defending themselves in Florida?
People generally have the right to act in self-defense when they are at risk of imminent criminal activity. Those who fear for their safety due to the conduct or threats of another party can potentially engage in acts of physical violence with the intention of...
Revenge porn is a crime punishable as sexual cyberharassment
The digital age has brought convenience but also opened a pathway for harmful activities like “revenge porn.” This term refers to the non-consensual sharing or posting of explicit private images or videos of an ex-partner, commonly through social media. This problem...
Florida’s open carry law: Does it affect concealed carry license holders?
Florida's approach to the open carry of weapons is strict, with the state generally prohibiting the practice. But at the same time, the state issues concealed weapon licenses to eligible residents. So, what happens if a person with a concealed carry permit decides to...
Shoplifting and its legal consequences in Florida
Shoplifting may not be a new crime, but it has been making the headlines lately. Whether the news outlets are overblowing this supposed “crime wave” or not, there’s no denying that shoplifting is illegal in all U.S. states. Florida is no exception; there are grave...
What happens when a rideshare driver gets a DUI?
Transportation services offered by rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft are incredibly handy, especially for people too drunk to drive home themselves. It’s dangerous to drive while inebriated, and Florida police can catch and charge drunk motorists with driving...